Old Westbury | Nassau
Old Westbury Gardens
Historic Westbury House and formal gardens, with timed entry rules and a main operating season that begins in spring. Check admission requirements.
CORDEIRA HOMES | Spring | Flowers and Fresh Air
Spring Things to Do on Long Island
Spring is the season for getting back outside. One weekend, gardens are just waking up; the next, farm tulip fields and flowering trees can completely change the view. Nassau and Suffolk have very different outings worth putting on your calendar.
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Nassau County: Flower Displays and Historic Gardens
For a quieter afternoon, these are strong choices without a long East End drive.
Oyster Bay | Nassau
Planting Fields Arboretum
A historic 409-acre landscape with garden collections, greenhouses and tours. Greenhouse schedules differ from grounds access.
Westbury | Nassau
Hicks Flower & Garden Show
An annual March flower show that provides early-season color and garden inspiration before outdoor bloom season is fully underway.
Garden City | Nassau
Garden City Museum Row
Keep a museum stop in reserve if a spring shower interrupts your day. The Children's Museum and Cradle of Aviation are convenient nearby.
Suffolk County: Tulip Fields and Riverfront Estates
Plan these stops around bloom dates, not only the month on your calendar.
Manorville and Riverhead | Suffolk
Waterdrinker Tulip Season
A seasonal tulip farm outing. The operator updates its pages when blooms peak or fields shift to bulb-digging instead; check current status first.
Great River | Suffolk
Bayard Cutting Arboretum
Mature specimen trees, gardens and river scenery at a historic estate on the Connetquot River. A relaxed alternative to a ticketed flower festival.
Kings Park | Suffolk
Sunken Meadow State Park
Long Island Sound views, a boardwalk and natural scenery for a mild spring afternoon. Entrance fees may be seasonal.
Riverhead | Suffolk
Long Island Aquarium
An indoor backup on rainy days that can round out an eastern Suffolk family trip.
Plan the Right Outing
Timing tip: Tulip and flowering-tree dates vary with weather. Check official bloom updates and current event information before making a long drive. A bloom may have ended even while the farm is open.
Official websites above have the most current hours, admission rules, weather updates and tickets. This guide was researched in October 2026; dates should be reviewed for each new season.
Get to Know the Neighborhoods Around These Destinations
A day at an attraction is also a chance to explore nearby shops, parks and neighborhoods. Browse these existing Cordeira Homes local guides:
Frequently Asked Questions
Where are Long Island tulip fields?
Waterdrinker has operated seasonal tulip activities in Manorville and Riverhead. Check which location is showing active blooms.
What gardens can I visit in Nassau?
Old Westbury Gardens and Planting Fields Arboretum in Oyster Bay are excellent starting points.
What is there to do on a rainy spring day?
Choose Garden City museums or Long Island Aquarium in Riverhead as an indoor alternative.
When do spring festivals start?
Indoor flower shows can begin in March, while outdoor bloom activities depend on the growing season.
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Last researched October 2026. Attraction information, fees, season dates, services and age restrictions may change; verify with each organizer.
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