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Best Western Gregory Hotel

★★

3.65 km away from here

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88 Reviews

7.6

$356.15 per nightSelect

Insignia Hotel Brooklyn, Ascend Hotel Collection

★★

5.49 km away from here

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252 Reviews

8.4

$305.10 per nightSelect

Top Activities Near Fort Wadsworth

Attractions Near Fort Wadsworth

Battery Weed

0.56 km away from here

Battery Weed is a historic fortification located on Staten Island, New York City, within Fort Wadsworth, which is part of the Gateway National Recreation Area. This imposing coastal defense structure was built in the mid-19th century to protect New York Harbor from potential threats during the Civil War.Construction of Battery Weed began in the 1840s and was completed in the 1860s.

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Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge

0.82 km away from here

The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge is an iconic and essential transportation link that spans the Narrows, a tidal strait connecting Upper New York Bay and the Atlantic Ocean. Located in New York City, the bridge connects the boroughs of Staten Island and Brooklyn, carrying traffic across the harbor.Named after the Italian explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano, who was the first European to navigate the New York Bay in 1524, the bridge holds historical and cultural significance.

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Alice Austen House

1.61 km away from here

The Alice Austen House, also known as "Clear Comfort," is a historic landmark and museum located on Staten Island, New York City. It is the former residence of Alice Austen, a pioneering American photographer known for her significant contributions to the field of documentary photography.Built in the 1690s, the Alice Austen House is a well-preserved Dutch Colonial farmhouse that overlooks the scenic waters of the New York Harbor.

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Buono Beach

1.74 km away from here

Buono Beach is a small shorefront public park in the New York City borough of Staten Island, in the neighborhood of Rosebank, at the foot of Hylan Boulevard. Buono Beach borders New York Harbor and is adjacent to the park containing the Alice Austen House. The park contains a local veterans' memorial fountain.Buono Beach was named after Matthew "Giggy" Buono, a South Beach resident and graduate of New Dorp High School who died in the Vietnam War.

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Garibaldi Meucci Museum

2.05 km away from here

The Garibaldi-Meucci Museum, located on Staten Island, New York City, is a historical landmark and museum dedicated to preserving the legacies of two prominent figures: Giuseppe Garibaldi, an Italian military and political leader, and Antonio Meucci, an inventor and pioneer in telecommunications.The museum is situated in a charming 19th-century home that once served as the residence of Antonio and Ester Meucci, who were Italian immigrants.

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Silver Lake Park

4.1 km away from here

Silver Lake Park is a beautiful and serene urban oasis spanning over 209 acres, the park offers a variety of recreational activities, lush green spaces, and scenic landscapes, making it a popular destination for residents and visitors seeking a peaceful retreat in the heart of the city.The park is named after the picturesque Silver Lake, a man-made lake created in the late 19th century. The lake's tranquil waters and surrounding natural beauty add to the park's charm and appeal.

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Discover More Attractions in Staten Island, Home of Fort Wadsworth

Staten Island

Staten Island abounds with museums, architectural landmarks, beaches, parkland and forest.

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Location of Fort Wadsworth

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