MTA NYC Transit - Neighborhoods

Staten Island While this is the most suburban of New York City’s boroughs, there are lots of places off the beaten path to visit including historic sights and cultural institutions. The Staten Island Ferry is a destination unto itself, offering spectacular views of the Upper New York Bay, the Statue of Liberty, and Ellis Island. Subway/Ferry: to South Ferry (make sure you are in the first 5 subway cars), or the to Bowling Green, or to Whitehall St, and catch the Staten Island Ferry at Whitehall Terminal in Lower Manhattan.
	St. George Ferry Terminal 1 Bay Street, Richmond Terrace The ferry has been carrying passengers on the 5.2-mile run between Staten Island and the Whitehall Terminal in Lower Manhattan since 1905. The free ferry ride is provided 24 hours a day, 365 days a year. Connections: Staten Island Ferry, the S40, S42, S44, S46, S48, S51, S52, S61, S62, S66, S67, S74, S76, S78, S90, S91, S92, S94, S96, and S98 bus lines, and the Staten Island Railway.
	Staten Island September 11 Memorial North Shore Waterfront Esplanade adjacent to the St. George Ferry Terminal and the Richmond County Ballpark Architect Masayuki Sono’s design "Postcards" was dedicated on September 11, 2004 in honor of the island’s nearly 270 residents who died in the 9/11 terrorist attacks. See above for travel information.
	Snug Harbor Cultural Center 1000 Richmond Terrace Founded in 1801, it was the first maritime home and hospital for retired United States sailors. Today, this 83-acre National Historic Landmark District is also the site of theNoble Maritime Collection, the Staten Island Botanical Garde, and the Staten Island Children’s Museum. Pack a lunch and eat on the grounds, or stop by Melville’s cafeteria, and spend the whole day. Bus: S40 bus from St. George Terminal.
	Historic Richmond Town 441 Clarke Avenue The settlement of Richmond Town began to take root in the early 1700s. Today it is a museum village of 27 buildings that tells the story of Staten Island’s history. Spend an afternoon strolling around the village, or sign up for one its many educational programs or special events. Bus: S74 from St. George Terminal
	South Beach, Midland Beach, and the Franklin D. Roosevelt Boardwalk Father Capadanno Blvd and Sand Lane, from Fort Wadsworth to Miller Field The boardwalk and beach provide scenic views of the Verrazano Bridge, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Lower New York Bay. Visitors may enjoy strolling and bicycling throughout the year. Bus: S51 from St. George Terminal
	Ocean Breeze Fishing Pier Father Capadanno Blvd and Seaview Av The 835 feet long pier, which opened in 2003, is a fine destination for deep-sea saltwater fishing which is permitted from October to May. Bus: S51 from St. George Terminal
Staten Island Zoo 614 Broadway Opened in 1936 as the first zoo in the country specifically devoted to education about wildlife, the zoo also has offers a large assortment of programs for teachers and students. Bus: S48 from St. George Terminal