Snug is one of those best kept secrets on Staten Island. We walk through almost weekly, as we live nearby. The grounds are beautifully kept and there are several museums and things to do on the site. We love it to much, we got married there in 2011!

If I meet another tourist who thinks they are cool because they took the staten island ferry and then the next one back - think I will scream. Ferrry - great especially at night in the back. BUT if you are coming out in the day - especially a nice day for God's sake do not be a sheep and... More

Snug Harbor was originally built to be a home for retired seamen, and its conversion into Staten Island's pre-eminent cultural center has been a long slow process. Over the years, I have seen the results of the renovation efforts come to completion here and there, and the obvious pride and excitement on the part of the people responsible for this... More

I found Snug Harbor when looking for a Botanical Garden to have my wedding. This place is just beautiful! The many gardens, old sailor homes, the ponds and greenery is just a wonderful way to relax for an afternoon. I ended up getting married here in May 2012 in the Tuscan Garden and had the reception onsite at the Grand... More

Snug Harbor is a must go to place during Spring or Fall. The gardens are stunning and it's so relaxing. My boyfriend and I frequent picnic there and take nice long walks. The landscapes are so well kept and it's hard to resist taking a couple of pictures. There's also a couple of buildings that showcase artwork from local or... More

Gorgeous botanical gardens, art galleries, live concerts, great history of sailors... definitely an experience not to be missed!!

Our favorites here include the profoundly beautiful Chinese Scholar's Garden and the Staten Island Botanical Garden. You can also frequently find interesting art exhibits here as well as musical concerts. It's a shame that Cafe Botanica no longer has a presence here: it was a great place to have a sandwich or salad after working up an appetite from roaming... More

Not only is this a great venue for weddings and cultural events, it has the New York Chinese Scholar's Garden, and an organic farm. Our tour group got a tour of the main building where the "aged and decrepit" sailors once lived, including "shin bone alley". The Scholar's Garden is not like anything you would expect to see at this... More

My cousin was married in the garden so beautiful the reception hall amazing. Every English style garden. When she walked between the large fountains it was like watching a movie. So beautiful