Introduction to Roslyn Heights, New York
Roslyn Heights, New York, in Nassau county, is 5 miles N of Hempstead, New York (center to center) and 17 miles E of New York, New York.
Roslyn Heights History
Roslyn Heights is a census-designated village, in Nassau County. Anchored by the Village of Roslyn, the town is located in the eastern part of the Town of North Hempstead. It is named after the Roslin Castle in Scotland.
Roslyn Heights and Nearby Attractions
- Castle Clinton National Monument
- Children's Museum of the Arts
- Central Park Zoo
- Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge
- Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium
Things To Do In Roslyn Heights
Popular attractions near Roslyn Heights include the Central Park Zoo and the Bronx Zoo. Other places of interest nearby are the Cold Spring Harbor Fish Hatchery & Aquarium and the Brooklyn Botanical Garden. The Castle Clinton National Monument, situated at the tip of Manhattan, is a prime attraction. The American Folk Art Museum and the Bronx Museum of the Arts are also not far from the town. A trip may be planned to the Oyster Bay National Wildlife Refuge.
Roslyn Heights Transportation
Air transportation is available at John F. Kennedy International Airport.
Roslyn Heights Higher Education
Long Island University, Hofstra University and SUNY College at Old Westbury are located near Roslyn Heights.
