Castle Clinton National Monument

RV Parks & Campgrounds Near Castle Clinton National Monument

RVing is a great way to explore all the areas around New York Harbor has to offer. If you do not have an RV, it is easy to rent one from RVshare. 

Things To Do Near Castle Clinton National Monument

Learn more about the colorful history of Castle Clinton National Monument on a ranger-led, 20-minute tour. Concerts often happen on the lawn, so bring a blanket, and enjoy listening to the great music. This location is also a great place to catch the ferry. 

Hiking Trails

• Staten Island Greenbelt Blue Trail

  The Staten Island Greenbelt Blue Trail starts at the top of Staten Island Boulevard and goes down it and to the top of Todt Hil, which is one of the highest points along the United States' Atlantic seacoast. 

  Location

  Staten Island 10301

  Length

  12.3 miles

  Intensity

  Moderate

• Staten Island Greenbelt Multipurpose Trail

  The Staten Island Greenbelt Multipurpose Trail begins on Rockland Avenue and moseys around LaTourette Golf Course's edge. This trail made of crushed gravel has sidewalks in many places. 

  Location

  Staten Island 10301

  Length

  2.6 miles

  Intensity

  Easy

• Nature Center Trail

  The Nature Center Trail at the Greenbelt Conservancy runs past a fern garden and under tall trees. This option is a great trail to follow if you want to see a variety of songbirds. It is gorgeous in the spring when wildflowers are in bloom. 

  Location

  700 Rockland Avenue Staten Island, NY 10314

  Length

  1 miles

  Intensity

  Easy

Sightseeing

• Empire State Building

  The Empire State Building is a beautiful Art Deco building to explore. Ride the elevator to the observation deck located on the 102nd floor to see the surrounding area's stunning views. There are several restaurants and many shopping opportunities at this destination. 

  Location

  20 W. 34th St., New York, NY 10001

• One World Trade Center

  As of 2021, One World Trade Center is the tallest building in the United States. Ride the SkyPod Elevator, the fastest elevator in North America, to the One World Observatory at the top of the building for amazing views. Walk out onto the glass Sky Portal to see New York City streets 100 stories below you. 

  Location

  285 Fulton St., New York, NY 10007

Museums

• American Museum of Natural History

  The American Museum of Natural History has 45 exhibit halls, thoroughly covering every aspect of natural history and human cultures. View the Dzanga-Sangha rain forest diorama, more than 100 meteorites, and a wide assortment of fossils, including dinosaurs, and take in a show at the Hayden Planetarium. 

  Location

  200 Central Park West, New York, NY 10024

• Metropolitan Museum of Art

  The Metropolitan Museum of Art, on the edge of Central Park, offers stunning views from many of its windows. The museum contains more than 2 million art pieces, including Washington Crossing the Delaware, Monet's Bridge Over a Pond of Water Lilies, and the Madonna and Child, spread across 17 acres. There are many restaurants at this location with fabulous food. 

  Location

  1000 5th Ave., New York, NY 10028

Nearby Shops and Restaurants

• The Julliard Store

  This store attached to The Julliard School carries a wide assortment of sheet music, dramas, and other materials. You can also find a wide range of tees at this store. All the wide variety of books carried at this store come recommended by teachers at the school. 

  Location

  144 W. 66th St., New York, NY 10023

• The Evolution Store

  Find a wide assortment of science and natural history collectibles, artifacts, gifts, and home décor at this store. Many of the pieces are museum quality and one-of-a-kind. They also carry many various posters. The staff is very knowledgeable about the products, so visit with them about your ideas as options are available at several various price points. 

  Location

  687 Broadway, New York, NY 10012

• The NoMad Restaurant

  Enjoy dining on New American cuisine on the rooftop or in one of the cozy dining rooms at The NoMad Restaurant. Their grilled chicken is especially great, but you will find all types of upscale pub food available. This restaurant's location is next to a bar and nightclub serving outstanding Manhattans. 

  Location

  1170 Broadway, New York, NY 10001

• Delmonico's Steak House

  Enjoy dining at Delmonico's Steak House. This restaurant served its first guest in 1837. Staff at this restaurant invented eggs Benedict, Baked Alaska, and lobster Newburg. You are likely to love the old-time setting of this restaurant and the accommodating staff. 

  Location

  56 Beaver St., New York, NY 10004

How To Get To Castle Clinton National Monument

If you are going to visit Wall Street, it is easy to get to Castle Clinton National Monument on your same trip. Just go to the intersection of Wall Street and Water Street. Continue straight to get on State Street. Turn left on Peter Minuit Plaza and continue until you reach the monument in about 400 feet. 

Address

The Battery New York, New York 10004

Fee: Entry fee $0

At the tip of Manhattan, Castle Clinton's location makes it a great place to visit on a New York City adventure. Take the guided tour to learn about this building's colorful past as a war fort, immigration center, and aquarium. You can find many things to do nearby. Consider bringing your RV and camping in one of the campgrounds located around New York Harbor. If you do not have an RV or choose to fly into the city, it is easy to rent an RV nearby with RVshare. You will find many different size choices. The rental agreement is easy to understand, and you will be covered by roadside assistance while you have the RV. Go ahead and treat yourself to this New York City adventure very soon.