Suffolk County, located on the eastern tip of Long Island, is a fantastic area of New York with plenty of attractions to explore. From beaches to beautiful homes, restaurants to museums, here are the 15 best attractions in Suffolk County, New York.At the top of the list is a tour of Oheka Castle, also known as the Castle of Long Island. This sprawling estate was built amidst a 443-acre lot located at the highest point on Long Island, in Cold Spring Harbor. The Hamptons get all the attention on Long Island, but Suffolk County has plenty of top attractions to keep you busy for days.
From the golden beaches of the South Coast to the picturesque coastal towns of the North Coast, from the legendary mansions of the Gold Coast and its elaborate gardens to the historic lighthouses and museums, you'll never run out of things to do. At the easternmost point of Long Island is the historic Montauk Point Lighthouse, in the village of Montauk. Commissioned by George Washington and completed in 1797, this lighthouse became a beacon of hope and the first thing millions of immigrants saw on their way to freedom. Later, it served as a strategic fire control station for the armed forces during World War II. On these dog-friendly grounds, there are walking trails that run through the buildings and reach a rocky beach.
You can climb to the top of the lighthouse for panoramic views or visit the museum. The Hamptons represent a quintessential summer getaway. This coastal tourist destination has miles of sunny beaches, including world-famous Main Beach and Cooper's Beach. The Atlantic-themed Long Island Aquarium has one of the largest living coral exhibits in the Western Hemisphere. In addition to its 20,000-gallon display tank, this Riverhead aquarium features a massive shark tank and a series of indoor and outdoor exhibits showcasing marine and island wildlife. Fire Island's national shoreline can be accessed by boat or ferry from Patchogue, Sayville and Bay Shore.
If you have dogs and love history, be sure to explore Theodore Roosevelt's Summer White House. The former estate of America's twenty-sixth president is open to visitors all year round between dawn and dusk. Take a guided tour of its 23-room Victorian mansion (filled with hunting trophies from your days of exploration), visit its Audubon Center, and walk its trail to Cold Spring Harbor Beach.
Coe Hall
, former estate of Standard Oil heiress Mai Rogers Coe and her husband William Robertson Coe is a Renaissance Tudor mansion that still retains its 1920s elegance. On a tour of its interior you'll find priceless antiques, handmade details, original furniture and art.Long Beach
, a 50-minute train ride from New York City is a great place for surfers and beachgoers alike.Ride or bike along its 2.2-mile waterfront or grab a bite at Five Ocean Bar and Grill. Visitors can take advantage of free concerts in summer or take surfing lessons at Skudin Surf Long Beach.
