What to see and do in Staten Island

What to visit in Staten Island

• Staten Island Ferry · St. George
• Snug Harbor
• Fort Wadsworth

PLACES AND EXPERIENCES

Things to do in Staten Island

culture

Staten Island Ferry · St. George

The NYC DOT ferry connection crosses the bay between Lower Manhattan and St. George, Staten Island.

Activities for your visit

• Make the crossing as part of the transfer to Staten Island.
• Observe the port landscape from the permitted passenger areas.

Tips for this place

• See the NYC DOT schedule and boarding instructions.
• This ferry does not land at Liberty Island; arrange that visit with the NPS authorized service.

Access ↗

Free service between Lower Manhattan and St. George, Staten Island; does not land on Liberty Island.

Reference sources and location

• NYC DOT Staten Island Ferry
• NPS · Statue of Liberty

St. George Terminal Reference; It does not mark the gate or the Manhattan terminal.

Reference coordinates: 40.6433, -74.0742.

Wikidata · St. George Terminal

culture

Snug Harbor

A cultural and garden campus that allows you to combine an outdoor walk with museums and venues of their own conditions.

Activities for your visit

• Visit the outdoor spaces and enabled gardens.
• Check out the museums and activities on campus that interest you.

Tips for this place

• Check access: there are partial closures of Chapel Road due to construction.
• Campus venues may require entry and have different hours than outdoor spaces.

Access ↗

The exteriors of the campus have free access without reservation; consult the conditions of the museums and events separately.

Reference sources and location

• Snug Harbor · Access and visit

Reference to the cultural campus on Staten Island, not the entrance to the Chinese Garden or any other attraction.

Reference coordinates: 40.643189, -74.10235.

Wikidata · Sailors' Snug Harbor

heritage

Fort Wadsworth

A landscape of fortifications and roads along the Narrows, with viewpoints over New York Harbor.

Activities for your visit

• Stroll along the open paths and observe the port from the authorized viewpoints.
• Check out the visitor center's interpretive spaces when available.

Tips for this place

• Check with NPS which buildings and spaces are enabled; A visit to the park does not guarantee access to all the fortifications.
• Arrange ground transportation from St. George and check return service.

Access ↗

Access to the park without entrance fee. Check the enabled buildings and visiting programs.

Reference sources and location

• NPS Fort Wadsworth

Reference to the historic complex, not the entrance to the visitor center or a pedestrian route.

Reference coordinates: 40.605278, -74.054167.

Wikidata · Fort Wadsworth

A PROPOSAL TO ORGANIZE YOURSELF

2-Day Staten Island Itinerary

1. Day 1

   Snug Harbor Harbor and Gardens

   Arrive in St. George on the Staten Island Ferry and arrange transportation to Snug Harbor. Tour the outdoor spaces and consult separately its museums and gardens with admission.

2. Day 2

   The landscape of Fort Wadsworth

   Dedicate another day to Fort Wadsworth, its paths and authorized viewpoints. Check access to the visitor center and arrange round-trip transportation.

Tips for visiting Staten Island

• The Staten Island Ferry connects Manhattan with St. George; does not land on Liberty Island.
• Check land connections. Snug Harbor warns of partial closures of Chapel Road for construction; Some campus areas have their own conditions.

LOCAL FLAVORS

What to eat in Staten Island

A city that is also discovered by eating: pizza by the slice, bagel breakfasts and delis classics.

Pizzerias in the city

New York style pizza

A large portion of thin dough with tomato and cheese. The classic slice is a simple break between walks through the neighborhoods of New York.

Reference: I LOVE NY · New York Tourism

Bagel shops and breakfasts

Bagel with cream cheese

Ring-shaped bread served with cream cheese. You can also find versions with cured or smoked salmon, a combination linked to New York gastronomic tradition.

Reference: I LOVE NY · New York Tourism

Deli tradition

Pastrami on rye

Spiced, smoked and steamed beef sandwich served on rye bread. A classic of New York delicatessens.

Reference: I LOVE NY · New York Tourism

Fast food and street stalls

New York hot dog

Sausage in soft bread, with the seasonings you prefer. It is part of the city's street stall landscape and Coney Island tradition.

Reference: I LOVE NY · New York Tourism

Pastry shops and cafes

New York style cheesecake

Cheesecake with a dense and creamy texture. Try it alone or with a fruit topping for a sweet break during your ride.

Reference: I LOVE NY · New York Tourism

A classic for the break

Salted soft pretzel

Braided bread with a soft interior and golden crust with salt. It's a classic street cart snack; mustard is a common accompaniment.

Reference: I LOVE NY · New York Tourism