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What to do and see in Breezy Point, United States: The Best Places and Tips
Breezy Point in United States, from Nouth America region, is best know for Cemeteries. Discover best things to do in Breezy Point with beautiful photos and great reviews from traveller around the world here!
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1. Green-Wood Cemetery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 910 reviews
Reviewed By Br00klynB - Brooklyn, New York
Green-Wood cemetery was, in the mid 19th century, the top tourist attraction in New York (although at the time Brooklyn was an independent city from New York). There are hundreds of famous people buried there and ornate gravestones and mausoleums, many designed by famous sculptors and stained glass designers such as Tiffany. It also has a great view of New York harbor, as it's the highest point in Brooklyn. It's worth a day trip from Manhattan (and you can grab some great Chinese food in Sunset Park).
2. Rockaway Beach
Overall Ratings
4 based on 151 reviews
Long Island beach in Queens borough that can be reached by subway. Popular destination for New Yorkers in mid-20th century, still pleasant to visit.
Reviewed By William K
The restaurant community in the Rockaway's is growing in leaps and bounds and is now a destination by many traveling on the new ferry system that links the Rockaway's with both Brooklyn and lower Manhattan. In addition, the ferry provides an excursion into Manhattan to dine, bike or just walk around Manhattan. Getting back to the Rockaway restaurant scene, many new and interesting restaurants have opened in the Beach 90's as well as some more established on Beach 129. The ferry shuttle bus (which is FREE!) provides transportation to and from the ferry and stops at various locations along the beach routes enabling on and off service so as to afford riders the opportunity to visit the shops and restaurants along the way. It is a wonderful way to spend a day and in the near future, hotel accommodations will be available for those who would like to remain in Rockaway longer.
3. American Princess Cruises - Day Cruises
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
NYC's Whale/Dolphin Watching ADVENTURE Cruise. Hop aboard one of our most popular adventures every Sat. & Sun thru 10/31/17 adding every Wed., Thurs. & Fri. starting 6/14/17. Join us as we head out into the Atlantic Ocean seeking these beautiful mammals. Your photos and videos can be posted to our Facebook Page. Children can assist in the official mammal count! We are active members of NOAA Whale Sense.
Reviewed By Susan K - Franklin, New Jersey
This was such a wonderful day out. It started out cloudy but ended very sunny. For the first couple of hours we didn't see any whales or dolphins but we said the trip was well worth it anyway. The boat was so clean and in top condition, the crew fantastic, and great views. But then heading back we saw 2 whales who were very active. Lunge feeding, seeing the tail, just really exciting. We also saw a shark. The naturalist on board explains everything very well. All the crew go out of their way to talk with everyone and be helpful. They have snacks and drinks on board for very reasonable prices and even a t-shirt for just $10. We spent much of the trip planning a return (even before we saw the whales) because we had so much fun. Also parking is easy and free. One important note, if you have any mobility issues (use a cane, wheelchair, etc.) don't hesitate to go on this trip. The distance from the parking to the boat is very short, they have a ramp to get on the boat, and even if you use the stairs it is just 2 short steps to get on. We were so impressed with this company from start to finish that we can't wait to go again and maybe try one of their other trips. And ask Tony to make you a Tequila Sunrise-once we described it to him he made 3 delicious ones for us!
4. Jacob Riis Park
Overall Ratings
4 based on 72 reviews
Reviewed By Miriyam - Los Angeles, California
Many years ago, this was a beach for gay men and the cafe was a Howard Johnson's (where I worked as a cashier when I was 15). Today it's open for everyone, gay, straight, in-between, there's no Howard Johnson's -- but the sand and the ocean and the air are as exquisite as they ever were. This is one of the only places you can park in order to visit Rockaway Beach (which has the cleanest air in the U.S.). It's definitely worth a visit if you don't want the crowds of Coney Island,
5. Fort Tilden
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By robcurtross - New York City, New York
Fort Tilden was established in 1917 as a U.S. Army Coast Artillery Post. Along with Forts Hancock and Wadsworth, it protected the entrance to New York Harbor from naval attack during World War I and World War II. During the Cold War, Fort Tilden became a Nike Missile installation.
From time to time, special tours of the bunkers are offered by the New York Adventure Club. Their behind-the-scenes tour throughout this historic fort includes a walk around the former military fortifications, and an exclusive visit to military bunkers normally closed to the public. Fascinating, even if you don't get to see the bunkers.
Afterwards, we'll grab some sun, beach, food, and drinks at Rockaway Beach!
6. American Princess Fleet - New York Beach Ferry
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
NYC BEACH FERRY-Start relaxing as you ferry on over to spend a divine day at Historic Jacob Riis Park Beach(Breezy Pt. Rockaway, NY). Swimming, Kayaking, Biking, Golfing, Bird Watching, Sightseeing, Fishing(see local laws) Kiting...Ferries begin May 24, every weekend & holiday thru Labor Day. Departs-Pier 11,(Wall St & East River NYC) Some activity fees may apply. See website for more info.
Reviewed By Henry S - Vestal, New York, United States
New York City has added a new ferry service from Pier 11 East River to 108th St. Rockaway. And we had to try it. Website is screwed up, terrible in fact with wrong schedules and information. Suffice it to say that weekdays the ferries leave Pier 11 at quarter past the hour and the cost is only $2.75 for the one hour trip....cross river and go in the channel between Governor's Island and Brooklyn going in at Sunset Park (the former Brooklyn Army Terminal) before heading down Bay toward the Atlantic Ocean under the Verrazano Bridge with Staten Island to your right (starboard) side into Lower New York Bay as starboard view is to Raritan Bay and NJ's Sandy Hook and Atlantic Highlands; portside you view Norton Point, Seagate, and Coney Island as the boat enters Rockaway Inlet to Jamaica Bay (Breezy Point is now starboard). Some different views of Manhattan can be seen over the Brooklyn landscape, famed Floyd Bennett Field and Gateway National Recreation spread before you portside and the Rockaway Peninsula is starboard as you head into the floating pier at 108th St. Rockaway. We had planned to walk two blocks to the A train subway ride back to Manhattan but enjoyed the boat ride so much, we anted up another $2.75 to float back to Pier 11. Yeah, the Staten Island Ferry is a great must ride and bargain; and Hornbolower and Circle Lines will take you on rides all around the Harbor for more money. But for the money, the sights, the fun, $5.50 for two hours is now a must ride for tourists and natives alike...new views, new sights, new fun.
7. Silver Gull Beach Club
Overall Ratings
3 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By Stacey N - Belle Harbor, New York
Ortega family enterprises took over the lease 3 years ago and had to put money into the club after the hurricane... but since then,the place has gone down hill. .Otrega management has taken away many amenities that have been at the silver gull forever. We no longer have Valet parking, So now the old, handicapped and families have to walk thru the gravelly parking lot to get to their cabanas.I spoke to the manager and he told me it was a liability to have valet parking. It'll be more of a liability when someone gets hurt.
They've cut the hours of the cabana kids... and are overworking the ones we have...
I put in a work order for my cabana in mid may- it leaks into the cabana, the railings are unsafe, the gutters leak. they fixed the railings with zip ties !!!
Last year, My husband slipped on the cabana terrace in a puddle of water from the leaking gutter, and almost went thru the railing..there is mold on the wood all over the club.
I have been a member for 12 years and have never seen the place looking so disheveled
The food is gross and overpriced .
the entire club is filthy...
8. Pebbles PUB
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By rozee8 - Warwick, New York
It was lots of fun. Food was good and they had an Irish band performing so they had a prefixed menu. The food is usually hit and miss.
9. Dyker Heights
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 451 reviews
Reviewed By Skelshaw - Cheyenne, Wyoming
Expectations for this neighborhood light show were high, but the results are average. Maybe this tour is a change of pace for the City, but it’s pretty standard for our neck of the woods. The unexpected stop at the Brooklyn Heights on the way back to Manhattan was a better treat (and a chance for us to escape the tour early and avoid the stuffy bus ride home).
10. Prospect Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1 reviews
Brooklyn's answer to Central Park, Prospect Park contains a zoo, an audubon center and the Brooklyn Museum of Art. Its entrance is marked by the large Memorial Arch and it is a mecca for families and nature lovers who go to play ball, bird watch and listen to outdoor concerts.
Reviewed By Ravindra V - Hyderabad, India
This park comparatively less crowded than Central Park. It has lake, skate rinks, Brooklyn museum (just outside at a walking distance) and a small zoo. Park is very well maintained and is kept neat and clean.
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