Spring is a wonderful time on Long Island, perfect for a shopping stroll through a quaint downtown near Suffolk County homes for sale, or a nature walk on a beautiful beach around the corner from Nassau County homes for sale. With so many great places to choose from, you can visit somewhere new every weekend this spring. Our REALTORS® have more on the best places to visit for a coastal day trip on Long Island.

Coastal Day Trips and Waterfront Towns to Explore on Long Island

Stony Brook Beach – Stony Brook, NY

Address: Sand St., Stony Brook, NY 11790

Whether you're in the mood for a day of fishing or a summer swim, you're sure to enjoy a day spent at Stony Brook Beach. Located around the corner from Stony Brook homes for sale, this small beach offers around 225 feet of sand, as well as a public boat launch and swimming areas. Its smaller size makes it a perfect choice for a relaxing day in nature.

Discovery Wetland Cruises – Stony Brook, NY

Address: Shore Rd. and Main St., Stony Brook, NY 11790

Discovery Wetland Cruises offer another fun way to explore the waterfront scenery of Stony Brook, with 1.5-hour tours that travel through 88 acres of protected wetlands. A naturalist will be on board every cruise to detail the animals, plants, and sea life that you discover on your voyage. Tours are available from May through October.

Huntington Harbor Lighthouse – Huntington, NY

Address: West Shore Rd., Huntington, NY 11743

Offering a great mix of history and waterfront scenery, the Huntington Harbor Lighthouse is well worth a visit on a sunny spring day. The Huntington Lighthouse Preservation Society offers tours of the lighthouse that depart from West Shore Road near Huntington homes for sale. Each tour lasts about 75 minutes, including a climb to the top of the lighthouse.

Heckscher Park – Huntington, NY

Address: 11 Prime Ave., Huntington, NY 11743

There's plenty more to see during your visit to Huntington, including Heckscher Park and the Heckscher Museum of Art, which are located around the corner from one another. The park features a pond, walking path, sculpture garden, play structures, and much more. The Heckscher Museum of Art will celebrate the 30th anniversary of its Long Island's Best series in spring 2026 with a special exhibition featuring young artists.

Del Vino Vineyards – Northport, NY

Address: 29 Norwood Rd., Northport, NY 11768

Bringing a "taste of Tuscany to Long Island" at its scenic location near Northport homes for sale, the award-winning Del Vino Vineyards has a wine-making tradition that dates back to the 1800s in Italy. This family-owned winery uses some of the same recipes from back then to produce some of the best wine on Long Island.

John W. Engeman Theater – Northport, NY

Address: 250 Main St., Northport, NY 11768

After a day spent strolling the beautiful vineyards, why not cap the evening off with a fantastic show at the renowned John W. Engeman Theater in Northport? They cast directly from the same talent pool as Broadway, and feature many Broadway shows in addition to other theatrical performances. See some of the most popular plays and musicals in a small, intimate venue where you're close to the stage.

Find Your Long Island Home This Spring with Help from Our Team

Planning to shop for homes on some of your day trips this spring? Our local team is here to help with all of your real estate needs. Contact us to buy and sell homes in Long Island communities.