Rockaway, Queens - Wikipedia
WEBThe Rockaway Peninsula, commonly referred to as The Rockaways or Rockaway, is a peninsula at the southern edge of the New York City borough of Queens on Long Island, New York. Relatively isolated from Manhattan and other more urban parts of the city, Rockaway became a popular summer retreat in the 1830s.
The Rockaways, Queens Ultimate Neighborhood Guide
WEBNov 7, 2022 · Welcome to the Rockaways, a sunny beach neighborhood on the far end of Queens! When people think of the Rockaways, they think of long boardwalks and crowded beaches. This is an accurate portrayal of the area, though it’s not the entire picture considering the peninsula has nine smaller neighborhoods on it.
10 Secrets of the Rockaways in Queens, NYC - Untapped New York
WEBSep 10, 2024 · The Rockaways in Queens are at once an idyllic oceanside escape from the grind of the city, a diverse collection of towns and complexes, and a haunted, distant otherworld with countless...
An Exhaustive Guide to the Rockaways - New York Magazine
WEBThe Rockaways can be magical. They can also be mystifying for those who’ve never been. Here, some help for newcomers: how to figure out which beach to choose … and where to drink after.
A Guide to the Rockaways—New York City’s Cool Beach Town
WEBJul 2, 2024 · The best things to do in the Rockaways, and how to get there. The sprawling, 5.5-mile public beachfront extends from Far Rockaway’s Beach 9th to Beach 149th Street (and the ferry disembarks at ...
The best things to do at Rockaway Beach - Time Out
WEBAug 4, 2023 · Jutting out from the southern edge of Queens, the scrappy Rockaway peninsula has transformed into one of the friendliest beach towns in New York, with an ever-changing lineup of cool things to do...
The Rockaways | Top Guide to NYC Tourism - Conventions
WEBSunbathers and surfers flock to this residential neighborhood for oceanfront fun. The area has the only two surf beaches in the City (immortalized in the Ramones song “Rockaway Beach”), along with fishing spots and numerous playgrounds for kids. But it’s not just a summertime destination.
10 Secrets of the Rockaways in Queens, NYC - Untapped New York
WEB4 days ago · Discover secrets and stories of the Rockaways, the seaside peninsula with a vibrant history in New York City!
The Rockaways: The quintessential NYC beach staycation
WEBJul 30, 2021 · From its surf schools to oceanside burger spots to new hip accommodations, the Rockaways offers a quintessential beach getaway in New York City.
Sip, surf, and sunbathe: A guide to the Rockaways - 6sqft
WEBJul 29, 2019 · The Rockaways is the quintessential beach getaway for those looking to soak up some sun and still remain in the city. Once known as “New York’s Playground,” the Rockaways offers a 5.5...