things to do in Whitestone, NY

Ride the calmest waters of the day with sunrise views and lighter boat traffic

Jet ski around Manhattan’s rivers and landmarks on a guided ride

Ride around Manhattan for water views of the Statue of Liberty

Take the controls of a two-seat jet ski with safety orientation included

Explore the Statue of Liberty and hear Ellis Island immigration stories

Trace Wall Street’s financial roots on a 2-hour walking tour

Explore the stories and influence of African American artists at The Met

Discover African American artists' impact through The Met's galleries

Trace Gilded Age luxury through art, furniture, and jewelry

Reframe The Met’s collection through the stories of women artists

Trace Gilded Age luxury through art, furniture, and jewelry

Trace Asian and Pacific Islander perspectives through The Met's art

Trace Latin American art, culture, and identity through The Met

Browse seasonal markets, festive lights, and holiday film locations with a local guide

Tour the Armour-Stiner Octagon House and see 1876 Centennial antiques

Walk the Octagon House as a 1956 ghost story unfolds around you

Tour the Armour-Stiner Octagon House and spring gardens in 1 hour

Tour The Octagon House with a live reading of Edgar Allan Poe’s “The Raven”

Explore a 19th-century landmark home and its remarkable restoration

Step into a Victorian Christmas gathering with a live A Christmas Carol performance

Explore holiday traditions and antique décor inside a Victorian-era private home

Paddle the Hudson for close views of Lady Liberty and New York City landmarks

Paddle New York Harbor with skyline views and beginner-friendly guidance

Learn kayak skills and paddle the Hudson after dark