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The Top 20 Attractions in Richmond County

There are plenty of places to see and visit in Richmond County. Whether you love hiking or cycling, Richmond County is a region where 20

hidden gems are waiting to be explored and visited. Check the top places to visit in the region and plan your next adventure today.

Last updated: December 20, 2025

Fort Wadsworth — Staten Island

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How do you defend one of the largest ports in the world? Some information boards provide the answers based on the example of New York. This fortress, which was originally …

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Beautiful gravel paths for us cyclists, running in the shade in the forest. There is a pavilion with benches on the beach, and some fishermen are sitting down by the …

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In a lobby on the first floor there are a few places to satisfy hunger or to shorten the wait.

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Goethals Bridge

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Bridge connecting Elizabeth, NJ and Staten Island, NYC with a dedicated pedestrian/bike path. Not a difficult climb, but wayfinding to and from the path isn't great. From Staten Island, Take Gulf Ave rather than Forest Ave for a safer approach.

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Bayonne Bridge

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A couple hundred feet of climbing, here, for nice views at the top. Connects Bayonne, NJ and Staten Island, and is a protected two-way lane, shared use for pedestrians and cyclists.

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There is a lot here: in a beautiful, publicly accessible (also by bike) park with a botanical garden, playgrounds, art schools, ... If you cycle on Staten Island, the route should also lead here.

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Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk

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This 2.5-mile boardwalk runs along South Beach, providing views of the sandy beach and New York Bay. A popular spot for walking, jogging, and biking, it offers plenty of benches for breaks to enjoy the scenery.

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A natural paradise for waterfowl and turtles. The cliffs to the water are too unsafe and therefore cordoned off. There is a lighthouse with a great history on the edge of the reserve.

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Princess Bay Lighthouse

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The tower itself is hidden at the back of the house and is unfortunately not freely accessible. Originally built in 1826, shut down in 1922 and restarted (solar powered) in …

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Crookes Point

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A peninsula with a huge. secluded beach on one side and a marina on the other. Very quaint and hidden, hardly any people on the beach. Beautiful small paths lead …

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