Unusual
Attractions
in Kings Park

4 miles from Kings Park

Centerport, New York

William Vanderbilt's Abandoned Salt Water Pool

A millionaire's abandoned swimming pool from the gilded age of one of America's most distinguished families.

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5 miles from Kings Park

Centerport, New York

Vanderbilt Museum

An eccentric playboy's astounding natural history collection.

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5 miles from Kings Park

Brentwood, New York

Pilgrim Psychiatric Center

Formerly abandoned mental institute now back in business.

Added by cinapelayo

7 miles from Kings Park

Cold Spring Harbor, New York

The Whaling Museum

Whale bones, scrimshaw, and sperm oil make up just a part of this comprehensive collection of whaling history.

Added by Luke J Spencer

10 miles from Kings Park

Atlas Obscura Trips

Only in Queens: Tasting Our Way Through New York’s Most Diverse Borough

Oct 4—Oct 7, 2019

Manhattan may have name-brand recognition and Brooklyn a certain cache, but Queens is the city’s largest and most diverse borough. Join us, October 4-7, to dig into Queens’ rich neighborhood life.

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Atlas Obscura Trips

Only in Queens: Tasting Our Way Through New York’s Most Diverse Borough

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