Guidelet: 48 Places To Visit In Queens NY
A travel guide to Queens, NY, United States | Target Market: Foodies, history buffs, art lovers, shoppers | A travel guide by: Marcus Roman
Queens is not usually thought of when thinking of New York City; however there is a large influx of Manhattan flavor making it's way over. When you add that to the massive amount of space the city doesn't have, you have the opportunity to get involved in many adventures. Here are 48 places you can get started with.
Summary of points of interest in this travel guide to Queens, NY, United States
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The Chocolate Factory Theater 5-49 49th Avenue Long Island City, NY 11101a day,very cheap,check option
Astoria Park Pool
Why visit:
The oldest pool in the city is also one of the largest; stretching out 330 feet! Oh yeah, and it's free!! So if it's hot, get your towel and hit the pool.a day,free,just show up option
at Astoria Park
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Flushing Meadows Corona Park Aquatic Center & World Ice Arena
Why visit:
This center boasts an Olympic-size pool and ice-skating rink. Sure you may need to pay a day-pass to get access to the pool, but if you want to swim in the middle of winter, where else are you going to go?!a day,fixed price,check option
at Avery Avenue and 131 Street
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The Chocolate Factory Theater 5-49 49th Avenue Long Island City, NY 11101
Why visit:
Opened in 2005, and found in Long Island City's hyper-active art scene, this theater is open to dance, theater, music, visual and multi-disciplinary artists. If avant garde is something you like, check this place out.a day,very cheap,check option
at 5-49 49th Ave
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Little Guyana in South Richmond Hill
Why visit:
In the mood for roti? Then what better place to get it then from the people who actually created it? Known for it's large Indo-Guyanese immigrant community, it will actually be easier to find a roti shop than you would a pizza shop; how about that?a day option
at Bordered by Kew Gardens to the north, Woodhaven to the west and Jamaica to the South.
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Jackson Heights, NY
Why visit:
Home to some of the best eating in all of NYC; as well as Indians, Bangladeshis, and Pakistanis, who call this area home. There is shopping to be found almost everywhere; and there's even a Bollywood movie theater. This fascinating Little India is a great place to experience Queens' famed diversity.a day,free,just show up option
at Bordered by Kew Gardens to the north, Woodhaven to the west and Jamaica to the South.
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Pio Pio
Why visit:
This is not your local takeout spot. Unlike most takeout joints, Pio Pio boats two levels, and several dining areas, and even a back patio. The food is so good, served so fast, and priced so reasonably, that Pio Pio is always congested with big weekend crowd.a day,varies,just show up option
at 8402 Northern Blvd
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Forest Park Golf Course
Why visit:
This 18-hole, 6,000 yard course is widely considered one of the best NYC golf courses; and it's open to the public. If you have not ever played a round, this may not be the best place to start; but is great for golf newbies and veterans.a day,fixed price,just show up option
at 101 Forest Park Dr
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Clearview Park Golf Course
Why visit:
This mostly flat golf course has straight fairways, and easy greens to work with. Just south of the Throgs Neck Bridge, this course is a great way to get started if you are a new golfer; or a great round for the avid golfer as well.a day,fixed price,just show up,check option
at 202-12 Willets Point Blvd
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Douglaston Golf Course
Why visit:
This par 67 course has five challenging 3-par holes. Located in Douglaston near all the major expressways like the Cross Island Parkway, LIE, and Grand Central. Renovated in 2004, and because it is on the highest ground in Queens, the course allows amazing views of the Manhattan skyline on a clear day.a day,free,fixed price,just show up option
at 6320 Marathon Pkwy
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Kissena Park Golf Course
Why visit:
At 4,665 yards, this short course presents quite a challenge for the average golfer, let alone the newbie. If you are going to play a round here, be sure you have a few rounds of golf under your belt. If not, you may just give up the game!a day,fixed price,just show up option
at 165-14 Booth Memorial Avenue
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Woodside Irish Pubs
Why visit:
Within a few blocks of 61st Street, Roosevelt Avenue, and Woodside Avenue, you will find a dozen Irish pubs that offer great Guiness and football. If you want to enjoy a pint, then this stretch of Woodside is where you want to go.a night option
at Woodside NY
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Queens Boulevard
Why visit:
Known as "The Boulevard of Death," and running through nine neighborhoods, and almost eight miles, drivers on this stretch of land have killed almost 100 people, and injured thousands, since 2000. But even with all that, thousands of patrons flock there daily for the eclectic shops, lounges, restaurants, and brand retailers that leave their shopping desires fully satisfied.a day,free,just show up option
at Woodside NY
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MTA Subway - 7 Train
Why visit:
Known as the "International Express," this train goes through immigrants from across the globe. From Pakistan to Ireland, and from Ecuador to China, this train line will allow you to test many cultural backgrounds. It was why it was honored by the White House as a National Millennium Trail. Which means it's considered as important as the Appalachian Trail or the Iditarod.a day,fixed price,just show up option
at Woodside NY
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Il Toscano
Why visit:
Found in Douglaston, Il Toscano is considered one of the best restaurants in Queens. The food served there is not cost-conscious, but is well worth it. Even better, it's found right next to the Long Island Expressway, so it's accessible to anyone looking to get there.a dinner,fixed price,check option
at 42-05 235th St
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The Queens County St. Patrick's Day Parade
Why visit:
This annual event, held in the Rockaways, attracts crowds as large as 50,000 strong. There's plenty of bagpipe music, green, and good feeling. Definitely something to partake in if you have the opportunity.a option
at Rockaway NY
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Sunnyside/Woodside St. Patrick's Day Parade
Why visit:
The annual "St. Pat's for All" Parade kicks off at 2 p.m., traveling along Skillman Avenue from 43rd Street in Sunnyside, and ending on 56th Street in Woodside.a day option
at Woodside & Sunnyside NY
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Universoul Circus Jamaica NY
Why visit:
This annual event is held at Roy Wilkins Park, and has become a favorite among the locals of Jamaica. Predominantly an African-American neighborhood, the Universoul Circus is still open to all.a day option
at Roy Wlkins Park
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Big Apple Circus
Why visit:
Every year this circus decides to create a whole new theme for their show. That's what makes going to the circus as fun as you perceived it to when you were a child. It changes all the time, so you don't know what to expect.a day,very cheap,check option
at at Cunningham Park
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King Manor
Why visit:
Declared a National Historic Landmark in 1974, King Manor, also known as the Rufus King House, was the home of Rufus King, a signer of the United States Constitution, a Senator from New York, and Ambassador to Great Britain immediately after the American Revolution.a day,very cheap,check option
at 150-3 Jamaica Ave.
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Malba
Why visit:
This 100-year-old residential area, resting along the waters of Powell’s Cove, and right under the Whitestone Bridge, is one of the most upscale and picturesque neighborhoods in the borough. A great place to dream-build with your significant other.a day,free,just show up option
at 150-3 Jamaica Ave.
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Howard Beach
Why visit:
Home to a large Italian-American population, Howard Beach has been dealt several blows over the years. From hate crimes to Hurricane Sandy, this small section of Queens has seen it's fair share of drama. But within you will find a warm, family-friendly community, with great shopping and eating as well.a day,free,just show up option
at 150-3 Jamaica Ave.
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Hot Bialys in Forest Hills
Why visit:
Known as one of the best bagel shops in all of New York City, make sure you get there in the morning, when the bagels are fesh out of the oven. Of course, they make them throughout the day, but you just don't know when they're going to make them; so better to be safe than sorry.a day option
at 116-63 Queens Blvd, Queens, NY 11375
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Bagel Oasis
Why visit:
Established more than fifty years ago, the 24-hour, takeout-only store still kettles its dough to make an old-fashioned bagel that's firm and chewy. Patrons have been known to come from as far as other states to get their hands on some of these. Definitely a "must-visit" if you love bagels.a day,very cheap,just show up option
at 18312 Horace Harding Expy
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Forest Park
Why visit:
From running track, handball courts, and a full-size baseball field, to a wooden carousel for children, an 18-hole golf course, and horseback - this park is massive; both in size and in things to do.a day,free,just show up option
at Forest Park Dr.
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George Seuffert Bandshell
Why visit:
Able to hold as many as 3,500 people, this local favorite has hosted puppet shows, concerts, and other such performances since 1905. During the Summer, you may be able to catch the Queens Symphony Orchestra play for free on Sunday afternoon.a day,free,just show up option
at Forest Park Dr.
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Roy Wilkins Park
Why visit:
From Reggae concerts to the Universoul Circus, Roy Wilkins Park is host to events that cause this park to be the main meeting grounds for the community of Jamaica Queens.a day,free,just show up option
at Forest Park Dr.
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The Oneness-Fountain-Heart
Why visit:
Established in 1998, The Oneness-Fountain-Heart is dedicated to conscious living, healthy eating; while striving to create a global cuisine naturally. The restaurant is independently owned and operated by students of the late Sri Chinmoy.a day,fixed price,check option
at 157-19 72nd Ave
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Lucia Pizza
Why visit:
The little parlor in Flushing offers up some of the best slices you will ever get your hands on. The crisp crust is thin but not brittle. Using very little oil, a hefty amount of cheese, and a layer of slightly sweet sauce, this slice ends up becoming one of your top five slices in the city.a day,fixed price,just show up option
at 136-55 Roosevelt Ave
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Brother's Pizza
Why visit:
With an evenly thin crust, stretchy cheese and a perfectly balanced red sauce, this slice will have you debating whether or not to buy a whole pie to devour all by yourself.a day,fixed price,just show up option
at 185-04 Horace Harding Expy
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New Park Pizzeria
Why visit:
The key to making this place work for you is to ask for your slice, or pie, to be made "well-done." This means creating a crisp bottom , and caramelizing the cheese on top to a sweet finish - very tasty!a day,fixed price,just show up option
at 156-71 Crossbay Blvd
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John's Pizzeria
Why visit:
This pizza parlor sits on a stretch of Grand Avenue that is off the beaten path, but well worth it if you decide to make the trip. With a very crispy thin crust, well seasoned sauce; and the perfect amount of cheese - this is really a great slice to be had.a day,fixed price,just show up option
at 85-2 Grand Avenue
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A & J Pizza
Why visit:
With a slice that’s a little fluffy, a little chewy, and even a little oily, this may seem like a disaster waiting to happen right? Wrong! With only the slightest amount of sauce under cheese that can slide off in either direction if you aren't careful, this ends up becoming one of the best slices you will ever get your hands on.a day,fixed price,just show up option
at 7137 Austin St
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Jackson Hole
Why visit:
Serving up a seven ounce patty that's well worth its weight, Jackson Hole excels at making delicious burgers. There are plenty to choose from, but a fan favorite seems to be the guacamole-slathered Santa Fe burgers. For those who choose not to eat beef, they also offer a veggie or turkey option to all their burgers - sweet!a day,fixed price,just show up option
at 6935 Astoria Blvd N
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Donovan's Pub
Why visit:
Go ahead and bite into Donovan's stripped down burger, and ask yourself if this isn't the best hamburger you've ever eaten in New York City - period! The hefty meal comes with a heft price tag as well, but when you're what may be considered the best - what do you really expect?a day,dinner,fixed price,just show up option
at 57-24 Roosevelt Ave
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Uncle Jack's Steakhouse
Why visit:
From 35-day aged rib chops, to lobster macaroni & cheese, Uncle Jack's does steakhouses proud with their menu and service.a dinner,fixed price,just show up option
at 3940 Bell Blvd
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Fisher Landau Center For Art
Why visit:
What once was a 1,200 piece collection of contemporary art stored in a 25,000-square-foot former parachute-harness factory in Long Island City, was transformed into the Fisher Landau Center for Art in 2003. The space houses works by major artists like Andy Warhol, Ed Ruscha, and Jasper Johns to name a few; and what makes it even more appealing is the long lines you will skip, and hefty fee you will pay to be admitted into it's Manhattan counterpart - MoMA.a day,very cheap,just show up option
at 3827 30th St
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Clinton Diner
Why visit:
Made famous for being a backdrop to one of the best gangster movies of all time, "Goodfellas," this diner still manages to offer some decent food in the process. Do yourself a favor and watch the movie again before you head down - pretty cool.a day,fixed price,just show up option
at 5626 Maspeth Ave
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St. John's University Basketball
Why visit:
Catch the Red Storm, St. John's basketball team, hoop it up with some of the best players on the collegiate level. The tickets are relatively inexpensive, and the crowds are energetic to say the least.a night option
at 5626 Maspeth Ave
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JoJu
Why visit:
Offering a tweaked version of Vietnamese banh mi sandwiches, the eatery is a local favorite. However, the majority of the patrons go there to get their hands on the kimchee fries. They are made so well you won't even need ketchup.a lunch,fixed price,just show up option
at 83-25 Broadway
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La Fusta
Why visit:
This 30-year-old Argentine restaurant is where you go to eat when you just aren't in the mood to experiment; and instead, want to a great meal. Offering some of the best cooked steaks in Queens, make sure not to miss pork chops, sweetbreads, or gnocchi in mixed sauce. Absolutely fantastic!.a dinner,fixed price,just show up option
at 8032 Baxter Ave
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Ayada Thai
Why visit:
Located in Woodside, this Thai restaurant offers some of the best Isaan food in the city. From the marinated raw-shrimp sashimi to the chile-soaked whole fish, and from the plebeian pig-leg over rice to kang som sour curry, laced with tart tamarind paste, this is where you go to really eat.a lunch,fixed price,just show up option
at 7708 Woodside Ave
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Mei Wei Kitchen
Why visit:
Also known for being very easy on your wallet, this place offers a menu of fried fish, and stir-fried noodles. Of course there are other options, but when you taste what they specialize in, you're probably not going to other.a dinner,fixed price,just show up option
at 8253 Broadway
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Taiwanese Specialties 老華西街台菜館
Why visit:
This Taiwanese restaurant offers Korean, Japanese, Fujianese, and American influences in their menu. For example, how about the Chinese hamburger, which has braised pork belly and mustard greens in a hoisin-slathered steamed bao? If that didn't stun you, why not try the "fly heads?" This is a dish of ground pork and flowering chives that actually looks like . . . well, flies' heads.a dinner,fixed price,just show up option
at 84-02 Broadway
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Sweet Yummy House 三好小馆
Why visit:
Up until a few years ago, using Sichuan peppercorns in served meals was illegal. Since that time, this Elmhurst eatery is making a killing! Offering prices that look just as good as the food tastes, you're going to be very happy with the end result of eating here.a lunch,dinner,fixed price,just show up option
at 8313 Broadway
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Taste Good Malaysian Cuisine 好味
Why visit:
With one of the most helpful staffs you will probably ever come across, it is not just the service that makes this one of the city's best Malaysian restaurants. From stuffed bean curd, which is tofu filled with shrimp paste in a curry gravy, to popiah, a crunchy vegetarian summer roll, Taste Good serves up dishes that reflect their name.a dinner,fixed price,just show up option
at 82-18 45th Ave
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Chao Thai Too
Why visit:
Chao Thai Too, was named as such because there happens to a Chao Thai close by. Offering Isaan dishes, Chai Thai may actually be the best Thai restaurant in the city. The Thai noodles and curries, and stir-fries from Bangkok, might have you come to that conclusion as well.a dinner,fixed price,just show up option
at 8437 Dongan Ave.
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Mie jakarta
Why visit:
Focusing on Jakarta street-cart food, this Indonesian hot spot offers it's capitals menu without shame. A men that includes flame-grilled chicken smothered in chile sauce, or beef satays served with the most soulful peanut sauce you've ever tasted. Having taken over for Mie Jakarta, a similar establishment operating out of the same space; Pondok is even better.a dinner,varies,just show up option
at 8620 Whitney Ave
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El Paisa Cafe Bar
Why visit:
With authentic paisa decoration, and spirits like Brandy, Caldas Antioquia, Medellin or Ron Viejo de Caldas, mild Colombian coffee with a shot of brandy Antioquia, or Karaoke every Wednesday, the Paisa Cafe Bar is a great way to spend time with friends.a night,fixed price,just show up option
at 87-09 Northern Blvd
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