Free & Cheap Things to Do in Long Island, NY

  • The list below includes 90 free or cheap things to do in or near Long Island, New York, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Art Gallery and History Museums.
  • From Napper Tandy's to Caleb Smith State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Long Island and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Deer Park, Port Jefferson, Smithtown and East Meadow.
  • The list below includes 90 free or cheap things to do in or near Long Island, New York, including 113 different types of inexpensive activities like Parks, Movie Theaters, Art Gallery and History Museums.
  • From Napper Tandy's to Caleb Smith State Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Long Island and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Deer Park, Port Jefferson, Smithtown and East Meadow.
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10.8 Miles
100% 1 votes
Beaches Beach Drive, West Islip, NY 11795 MoreLess Info
The West Islip Beach & Marina overlooks the Great South Bay. The white sand beach is adjacent to a docking area for the boats of local residents as well as a waterfront restaurant.
11.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Fishing 136 West Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
At Captain Fish Port Jefferson, visitors can go on a fishing trip led by a blue fish tournament winning captain. Depending on the season, visitors can catch bass, fluke, porgy, blue fish, and black fish.
11.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Lighthouses Old Field Pt Road, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
As a remnant of the 19th century, Old Field Pt Lighthouse is a granite building in use by the Coast Guard. The lighthouse isn't open to tours, but can be viewed from the outside during certain open grounds events.
11.4 Miles
83% 12 votes
History Museums 115 Prospect Street, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
Guided individual tours of the Mather House Museum are held during opening hours which covers period furniture and paintings, vintage tools, model ships, and antique toys and dolls. The building is also the headquarters of the Historical Society of Greater Port Jefferson.
11.4 Miles
91% 23 votes
Breweries 22 Mill Creek Road, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
The Port Jeff Brewing Company features a 7-barrel scheme that is capable of manufacturing 217 gallons per brew. The company also holds occasional beer tastings as well as beer festivals.
11.4 Miles
- 1 votes
Art Gallery 128 Main Street, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
Featuring paintings and prints of a nationally recognized chiaroscuro painter, Thomas Kinkade Signature Gallery has paintings that depict nature and Disney characters. The gallery also features the work of a local artist who does celebrity portraits.
11.4 Miles
85% 13 votes
Fishing 118 W Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
Osprey Fishing operates multiple fishing boats of various sizes, specializing in guided fishing trips at sea. They offer daily 'walk-up' trips to fishermen as well as reserving boats for private chartered trips in season.
11.4 Miles
71% 7 votes
Fishing 118 W Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
A charter fishing company with a family focus, Celtic Quest Fishing offers educational fishing trips aimed at developing kids' fishing skills. The company provides rods, reels, bait, and all other necessary equipment, and even fillets the day's catch for visitors.
11.5 Miles
92% 12 votes
Children's Museums 101 East Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
Maritime Explorium is a hands-on, immersive educational center specializing in maritime activities. The explorium offers activities for all ages and touch on aspects including sensory, kinesthetic, logical, spatial, artistic, linguistic and emotional intelligences.
11.5 Miles
100% 2 votes
Recreation Centers 101 E Broadway, Port Jefferson, NY 11777 MoreLess Info
With views of the harbor, Port Jefferson Village Center is facility that hosts social, recreational, and educational events for the community. Several programs that visitors can enroll in are art, yoga, creative writing, and baking classes.
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