Brookhaven (town, New York)
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Get in
Fly to Brookhaven on a plane to LI MacArthur Airport
Ferry to Port Jeff from Bridgeport Conn. +1 631 473-0286
L.I.R.R. train into Ronkonkoma station from NYC +1 718 217-5477
Taxi service +1-800-829-4222
Ferry to Port Jeff from Bridgeport Conn. +1 631 473-0286
L.I.R.R. train into Ronkonkoma station from NYC +1 718 217-5477
Taxi service +1-800-829-4222
Get around
There are several major roads that allow for easy travel to various points of Brookhaven.
The easiest way to travel is by car, though you can also travel by bus or taxi.
- Long Island Expressway
- Sunrise Highway
- North Ocean Ave
- Nicolls Road
The easiest way to travel is by car, though you can also travel by bus or taxi.
See
Brookhaven National LaboratoryOne of the U.S. Department of Energy's national laboratories, founded in 1947. Normally closed to the public, but they have public open houses every summer, as well as group tours that require advance appointment.
Vietnam Veterans Memorial ParkDedicated in 1991 this monument is housed on Bald Hill, one of the highest points on Long Island and is marked with a 100 foot, red, white and blue, monument.
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address: 55 S Bicycle Path, SeldenBe sure to check out one of the many concerts and shows that come to the Brookhaven Amphitheater. For a listing of the shows please check out their website.
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address: 489 Chapman Boulevard, ManorvilleA children's zoo that includes some pens where visitors can pet or feed the anamials
Do
- Walk around Port Jefferson, a seaside city that is full of shops, places to eat, a playground, and boating.
Smiths Point BeachA public beach, that is very popular in the summer for Long Islanders. There is a campground located along the beach where sites can be rented for a week at a time. There is a playground and a place to purchase food on the shore as well. Lifeguards watch over the beach every day from Memorial Day to Labor Day.
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phone: +1 631 732-0579address: 3351 Route 112 Medford, NY 11763Something to do for any age, but is frequented most by high school and college students. There are go-carts, two 18 hole mini-golf courses, batting cages with both fast and slow baseballs and softballs, a driving range and the latest addition to the park, outdoor laser tag. Please note that Country Fair Park is open only during certain seasons so call or check online for availability.
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phone: +1 631 331-9000address: 200 Wilson St # B1 Port Jeffrsn Sta, NY 11776Great for families with kids from 2 year to 12 years. Inflatable slides, giant mazes and obstacle courses encourage fun physical activity without competition.
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phone: +1 631 475-1771address: 655 Long Island Ave Medford, NY 11763-2517Spend a day, playing mini-golf, rock climbing, go-carting, on the roller coaster or the bumper boats, or inside playing a variety of arcade games. Boomers is frequented by families with young children. The rides are based around kids from elementary school age and younger. Different bracelets are available for purchase based on which activities you would like to take part in.
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phone: +1 631 657-3297address: 1708 Montauk HwyIsland Cinemas is a neighborhood 9 screen dine-in movie theater. Excellent fresh popped popcorn.
Buy
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Smith Haven Mall
address: Lake Grove, NYWith over 140 stores, a food court and a new outdoor mall section, this is the place to head to if you are looking to hit the stores. There is a wide selection of stores featuring clothing and products for children, young adults, and adults. If you come at Christmastime, Santa is available to have pictures taken with.
Eat
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phone: +1 631 737-0774address: 400 Furrows Rd, HolbrookPricy Italian Restaurant that is known for its pizza. Mamma Lombardi’s is part of a Lombardi’s chain, which includes several catering halls and a food also includes market.
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phone: +1 631 473-9700address: 142 Main St, Port JeffersonSmall Mexican cuisine restaurant. Food can be ordered to stay or to go. Choose from a wide variety of Mexican food including homemade salsa.
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phone: +1 631 736-4484address: 623 Horseblock Rd, FarmingvilleWide assortment of desserts, from ice cream and shakes to ices in every flavor you can think of and some you wouldn’t. Ices come in both regular and cream form and are sold in a variety of sizes including a tub for parties or events. Ralph’s is only open during the warm weather seasons so be sure to call if you are planning to go in the early spring or late fall.
Sleep
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Hampton Inn - Long Island / Brookhaven
phone: +1 631 732-7300address: 2000 North Ocean Avenue Farmingville -
Shore Motor Inn
phone: +1 631 363-250address: 576 Sunrise Hwy West Patchogue NY 11772 -
ShirleyMotel
phone: +1 631 281-9418address: 681 Montauk Hwy Shirley NY 11967