I didn't know what to expect on an afternoon driving tour but we were pleasantly surprised! What…read morewas awesome!? * The random stops along the way to take incredible photos of the Verrazano Bridge and Manhattan skyline were amazing! Everyone should do this if you can! We were the only ones! * The greenery around the borough was beautiful. It's not all developed! * The businesses were almost all local, unique, friendly and welcoming even though I clearly don't have a Staten Island/Italian/New York accent! Life is good when you discover local unique places not on the traditional tourist itinerary!

3/5 -- it's a great getaway or day trip from the city. but not too much to do besides shop and eat…read more smol town

A thoughtful and absolutely stunning memorial. I don't think I've ever visited a site that spoke to…read moreme like this one. It's an absolute must to visit if you are in the area.

5/26/25: We went to visit the Tear Drop Memorial. It's also…read moreknown as the "Tear of Grief". It's located in Harbor View Park at 51 Port Terminal Blvd. Bayonne, NJ. This sculpture is "Absolutely Stunning" in person. It's made from Bronze, Stainless Steel and Steel. In 2006, the Tear Drop was a gift from the people of Russia as a memorial to the victims who died in the terrorist attacks on World Trade Center September 11, 2001 and the 1993 bombing of the World Trade Center. The Monument was created by Georgian- Russian Artist/Sculptor Zurab Tsereteli. The artist recently passed in April 2025. The Tear Drop Memorial is a "Must See" when visiting the NJ/NY area.

Even though it was closed because it's under construction I was able to go into the entrance and…read morethey still had the palm trees up and I was able to see through the mesh covering to see how beautiful the seating area is and it's still going to be an amazing place to sit and have lunch or dip into away from the rain. It stated they will be reopened by this year in the summer maybe the end of the summer. I can see it will be worth the wait

Nice place to sit and chill over coffee. The breakfast croissant was very good. Very spacious and…read morethe waiters were attentive. Nice ambiance.

I'm a big time American revolutionary era fan. Benjamin Franklin is one of my all time favorite…read morefounding fathers. The propriety house was home to William Franklin, Benjamin Franklin's son. So this historic house has been on my list of places to visit. Kerry, the intern, was my tour guide. He did such a good job of showing me around. I was happy to have finally toured the Royal Governor's mansion. The ladies of the house host tea time Wednesday afternoon!

Was part of a volunteer crew laying a paver sidewalk out front. I and Steve, a member of the…read morepreservation group were the last two still working, late in the day. I heard a voice call out Steve! Looking around, not a living soul on the street, no passing cars, no one inside the Proprietary House. I looked over at Steve and he said, "You heard that, didn't you?" Apparently, one of the spirits at the house often calls to him when it's quit and few are around.

On April 11, 2026 I attended the last Tavern Concert for the 2026 season with a musical performance…read moreby Bob Conroy & The Pedersens, an authentic and talented ensemble. Listening to a concert in a candle lit 1800's Tavern is an unique and intimate experience. Bob Conroy & The Pedersens are outstanding. I highly recommend the Tavern concerts.

Lovely authentic place all the buildings really show the history of times past with thorough…read morepresentation articles artifacts even the staff do a wondrously good job dressing up in the attire of times past There's so many ecstatic events held throughout the year whether it's a flea market special events holiday fairs and of course the county fair in September that attracts thousands Special consideration to Jessica the facility manager who goes above and beyond making this borough institution running smoothly and efficiently

Fort Greene "is The Joint" I'm guessing my older more famous cohort Spike would say of his old…read morestomping grounds. I took this part of the hood for granted growing up. Later learned that the tower was a memorial for our Revolutionary War fallen veterans. George Washington snuck away from the Redcoats in the middle of the fog to avoid defeat in one of the many Revolutionary W battles. Spike Lee had a store The Spike Lee Joint selling clothing hats etc from his line at the time from the 80's to I believe 90's. Tennis courts in Fort Greene Park. Also the park was the site of the gauntlet gang initiation scene in The Education of Sonny Carson. Brooklyn Tech. The Brooklyn Academy of Music, The Barclay's, Junior's, The Albee Square Food Court, and countless excellent restaurants. Oh. And don't forget the Clock which used to be one of the tallest structures in Brooklyn before the 2000's and the Chase Building that looks like something from Lord of the Rings. It is a residential area with beautiful brownstones. Truly an awesome neighborhood

If you ever need to test the durability of a backpack, just spend a day at Fort Greene Park. Mine…read morehas now survived three unexpected dirt slides, one collision with an overenthusiastic golden retriever, and a near-disastrous moment where I thought I lost my sketchbook in the grass. (It was under my leg. Typical.) I originally came here to get some work done, but that plan derailed when I got distracted by a group of people practising acrobatics on the lawn. Watching someone casually flip through the air while you struggle to open a granola bar puts things in perspective. They fell a few times, laughed it off, and tried again--like failure wasn't even a thing to consider. I respect that. One day, a woman with calloused hands sat next to me and began carefully arranging leaves on the bench beside her. She sorted them by colour--deep reds, crisp yellows, tired browns--before pressing each one flat against the wood as if committing them to memory. A breeze came through and scattered her careful work, but she only smiled and started again. I almost asked what she was making, but some things don't need a final form to have meaning. Five stars. Come here if you need space to think or if you want a reminder that the world is full of people quietly working on things that matter to them.

I counted only 95 steps. Still plenty of steps. The panoramic views are partly obstructed but…read moreyou'll see the tops of some well-known buildings.

Beautiful stairs. If you are around the area, it is a nice place to climb up these stairs & get…read moresome exercise and get amazing views of the area. Overall, I wouldn't go out of my way to come here, but will sure make a visit if I am nearby.

We visited this shrine while visiting Staten Island for the day. I didn't know what to expect but…read morewhen we arrived I was full of oohs ahhs. The shrine is located in a residential area on a dead end street in the Rosebank neighborhood. According to internet, "the shrine is made of "concrete spangled with smooth round stones, glass marbles, shells, plastic flowers. Some of the shrine is decorated with religious icons of saints, some behind glass, some not." There's a small inside space you can walk in and view pictures and memorials with crosses and diamond shapes surrounding where people place prayer cards and flowers in memory of loved ones. This shrine is definitely in a hidden gem in Staten Island and worth a one time visit.

You can live in Staten Island most of your life and still miss worthwhile sites. It's quiet and…read moreunassuming here and yet, like a pilgrim, you feel a certain awe here once you discover it.

Tasheen is the kindest, most professional woman on Earth. All the workers are so kind and willing…read moreto provide assistance. 10/10 give them all raises. Watch out for the ticket deals! Be specific to the workers, they are willing to help.

Ah, my first experience at Coney Island! Vibes almost felt…read morelike a mini Atlantic City but with a little bit more homey feeling to it. The board walk and rides all brought out the summer vibes. We went on a Friday night- fun fact they do fireworks every Friday night at 9:30 pm the board walk so come check it out!