Huntington (New York)



Huntington is a town in Suffolk County on Long Island, New York. It is on the North Shore (or Gold Coast) of the island, famous for its lavish estates along the Long Island Sound and its affluent residential communities. The town is large with a population of over 200,000, and many neighborhoods in town having their own distinct identities. Four villages in the town even have their own level of autonomy, with one of them, Northport, having its own article.

Understand
Huntington is centered around Huntington Village, the commercial core of the town along Main Street (25A) and New York Ave which has the urban feel of a small city. Moving south along New York Ave brings you to Huntington Station, where the main LIRR station in town is located. Huntington’s large area consists of everything from shopping malls, strip malls, and office space along the LIE, to the village, to the large estates and beaches along the coast. In general though, a trip to Huntington would mean a trip to the village or one of the nearby neighborhoods.

Get in
Huntington is easily accessible by car or train. The Long Island Rail Road from Manhattan stops in Huntington Station about a mile south of the village. Route 25A runs directly into Main Street and Route 110 North goes into the village as well. Route 110 is accessible by the Long Island Expressway and Northern State Parkway. It's a great day trip for anyone on Long Island, Manhattan, or Connecticut.

Get around
Huntington Village is completely walkable. Parking can be tight on a nice summer night, but generally there are enough parking spots to leave your car and walk around. The town also runs buses, but for people of normal fitness, there is no real need to take one ever.

See
Although Huntington has a lot of history, little of the sites remain. However, the old cemetery on Main Street can be interesting to wander around. Several beaches and natural areas can be found on the town’s north coast, including Caumsett State Park and Target Rock.



Do
Cinema Arts Center - Fun independent theater showcasing independent movies. On Main Street across from Hecksher Park.

The Paramount - In the center of Huntington Village, you can enjoy top bill concerts and comedy acts. A wide variety of music acts from Pitbull to the Monkees to Citizen Cope have been seen here. On New York Avenue.

Buy



 * Marshes - Marshes on Main Street, close to the intersection of New York Ave., is known for high-end fancy men's clothing.
 * Marshes - Marshes on Main Street, close to the intersection of New York Ave., is known for high-end fancy men's clothing.

Eat
Huntington is a paradise for food. The town offers more pizzerias and Mexican food than most other towns of its size, as well as numerous ethnic and "American" restaurants. Food can range from $2 to $40 or higher per person.



Drink
Huntington has a vibrant bar scene. Most bars are on New York Ave. between High Street and Elm Street. Others can be found within wandering distance of Main Street.

Go next

 * Oyster Bay
 * Babylon
 * Smithtown