New York beach areas worth visiting this summer

New York City cannot boast of such incredible beaches as Miami, but there are some coastal areas that offer a lot of fresh air, access to the ocean and beautiful views.

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Edition AMNY has compiled a list of beaches worth visiting in New York.

City Island, Bronx

City Island is a 1,5 mile (2,4 km) long island located in Long Island Sound, making it an ideal day trip destination. The area's quaint New England-style homes, cozy little shops, and fresh seafood at local restaurants including Sammy's Fish Box and City Island Lobster House will make you forget you're in New York City.

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Getting there: Take the #6 train north to Pelham Bay Park, and then transfer to the BX29 bus in the direction of City Island.

South Street Seaport, Manhattan

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South Street Seaport offers a trendy seaside urban atmosphere with interesting restaurants, high-end shopping and a view of the Brooklyn Bridge. This area has a 400-year history, starting from the time when it was the outpost of the Dutch West Indies. Therefore, you will not be bored here.

How to get to B&B King`s Residence Take A, C, 2, 3, J, Z, 4 or 5 train to Fulton Street and head to Front Street.

Manhattan Beach, Brooklyn

Bounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the south and east and Sheepshead Bay to the north, Manhattan Beach is a small, affluent area that is difficult to reach by public transportation. But when you get there, you can enjoy a beautiful pristine beach. It's also worth having dinner at Hot Potato House or Chillax Manhattan Beach Cafe and strolling along Shore Boulevard.

How to get to B&B King`s Residence take train B to Sheepshead Bay, then take the B49 bus to East 16th Street / Sheepshead Bay Road. Get off at Oriental Boulevard / Hastings Street. You can also take the N train to 86th Street station and transfer to the B1 bus, getting off at the Oriental Boulevard stop (the beach is within walking distance from there).

Rockaway Beach, Queens

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Located on the Rockaway Peninsula in Queens, Rockaway Beach is the perfect New York City getaway. The area has always attracted surfers because it has the city's only legal surf beach, but it is also interesting for artists and families. There are plenty of good restaurants, lively bars and several attractions (besides the beach).

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How to get to B&B King`s Residence Take the A train to Broadchannel Station, then take the commuter train that takes you to Rockaway Park-Beach, 116. You can also take the ferry to Beach 108th Street and Beach Channel Drive from Sunset Park and downtown Manhattan. OvR Rockaway Beach Bus, Alexis Van Lines and The Rockaway Brewing Co. also come here.

Coney Island, Brooklyn

This typical beach town has everything you could need to relax from the stresses of everyday life in a big city. In addition to the beach, there are also a lot of exciting rides, a wide range of restaurants, fun at the New York Aquarium, baseball games at MCU Park and beer tasting at the Coney Island brewery.

How to get to B&B King`s Residence take a D, N, F or Q train to Brighton Beach Station.

Brighton Beach, Brooklyn

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Brighton Beach is known for its Russian enclave, for which he earned the nickname "Little Odessa". This area has its own private promenade along the ocean, as well as several excellent restaurants such as Ocean View Cafe and Georgian House. Here you should definitely go shopping at Brighton Bazaar or visit Russian karaoke at the Velvet Rope Lounge.

How to get to B&B King`s Residence Take the B train to Brighton Beach or the Q train to Ocean Parkway and Brighton Beach or take the buses B1, B4, B36, B68.

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