Overview
Port Washington is a hamlet in Nassau County, on the North Shore of Long Island, in New York.
1 sights · 1 things to do · 1 places to eat · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Port Washington
Manhasset Bay
A large bay with great recreation opportunities and an excellent waterfront promenade.
Waterfront promenades
There are fantastic waterfront promenades along Manhasset Bay, which offer many recreational activities and spectacular views of the sunset (and even some views of the tips of some of the tallest buildings in Manhattan).…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 86°F; winter lows dip to about 29°F. Cold months (Jan) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Aug and Jul. (climate data from nearby New York City)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- LGA LaGuardia Airport, New York — 10 mi away (major hub). Directions
- JFK John F. Kennedy International Airport, New York — 14 mi away (major hub). Directions
The Long Island Rail Road's Port Washington Branch terminates in Port Washington and offers frequent service between Manhattan and Port Washington.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Manhasset Bay
- Lunch Louie's
- Afternoon Waterfront promenades
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
What to ask about, for your diet
Diet labels come from each listing's description and cuisine; “likely” means the cuisine usually has good choices, not a promise. Check with the restaurant. Open the food finder
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Understand
Port Washington is the main community in the Greater Port Washington area of the Town of North Hempstead. It tried incorporating itself as a city in the past – but the plans were unsuccessful, and as a result, it remains an unincorporated community governed by the Town of North Hempstead.
In addition to the hamlet, the Greater Port Washington area is the anchor community for the Villages of Baxter Estates, Manorhaven, Port Washington North, and Sands Point, and also serves as the anchor community for parts of the Village of Flower Hill.
People
Port Washington is a diverse community. It is home to large Italian, Jewish, and Asian populations, as well as a decent-sized Hispanic/Latino population (especially in the Village of Manorhaven). As such, you will likely hear many languages spoken. English is by far the most dominant. Spanish is also spoken quite frequently.
Get in
By train
The Long Island Rail Road's Port Washington Branch terminates in Port Washington and offers frequent service between Manhattan and Port Washington.
By bus
Port Washington is served by two of the Nassau Inter-County Express system's bus routes: the n23 (Mineola–Manorhaven) and the Port Washington Shuttle.
See
See Manhasset Bay
A large bay with great recreation opportunities and an excellent waterfront promenade.
Do
Do Waterfront promenades
There are fantastic waterfront promenades along Manhasset Bay, which offer many recreational activities and spectacular views of the sunset (and even some views of the tips of some of the tallest buildings in Manhattan).
Buy
Eat
Eat Louie's
A famous and long-standing waterside restaurant which was featured in "Meet the Parents." A community staple, no visit to Port Washington is complete without visiting this treasured establishment.
Sleep
Stay safe
Port Washington is generally a safe place to visit. Contrary to the rumors, Manorhaven is not very dangerous and in reality is a diverse, welcoming community. There is, however, an industrial section in Manorhaven which is not the most eye-pleasing of areas and can feel unpleasant (like any other stereotypical industrial area).
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