Port Washington

The name, Port Washington, can be found in a few locations in the United States of America such as New York, Wisconsin and Ohio. Port Washington, New York is located in Nassau County to the northern shore of the Long Island. A visit to this port will remain incomplete without indulging in the activities mentioned below:

1. Go Sailing: Port Washington town is rich in sailing history. In fact the first ever starboat sailed in the Manhasset Bay. American sailors, as well as boat designers, honed their skills here. The port annually holds three grand regattas, which are: The Knickerbocker Cup, The Leukemia Cup and The Fall Series.

2. Nature Lovers experience the beautiful landscapes: Sands Point Preserve is a delight for all the nature lovers. This is a 216-acre area sporting both landscaped and natural sights. The preserve encompasses various shores; cliffs and fields; a fresh water pool, six self-channeled nature tracks, a historical museum as well as two inspiring historic castles.

3. The unique “Sands Point Lighthouse”: This amazingly splendid lighthouse is made up of freestone blocks and is eighty-feet high. The lighthouse complements, quite excellently, the glorious houses on the northern shore, which line the water's edge.

4. Visit the Main Street: The Jeanne Rimsky Theater has the capacity to accommodate 460 people. It presents an extensive selection of programs especially intended for tourists such as dance, music, comedy, theatrical events and drama.

5. Shop for Antiques: In Port Washington, there are two types of stores: one is the bait shops and second is the antique stores. Shop for antiques and keep them as lifetime souvenirs.