Vanderbilt Museum, Mansion & Planetarium | Things To Do On Long Island

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4.7

Suffolk County Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium

4.7

2018-09-24T14:55:55+0000

Truly magical place to visit with your loved ones and even by yourself to discover what Mr. Vanderbilt collected for many years and left to the people to see!

Pedro E. Cubero

2018-09-19T20:38:21+0000

Very informative and kid friendly.

Karin Mack-Mazza

2018-09-17T11:28:31+0000

Spent a beautiful day yesterday at the museum and planetarium. Our tour guide Ellen was so knowledgeable and fun. She was so passionate in what she was doing, she had everyone’s attention.

Paul Pierson

2018-09-02T11:42:55+0000

Excellent presentation. The staff are very knowledgeable. Great time for children and adults.

Michael Sawyer

2018-09-01T22:30:24+0000

Great place to visit! Lots to see!

Steve Pigliacelli

2018-08-28T15:38:58+0000

Been going here since I’m a kid. Still fun. Great for family days out. Been to the Planetarium dozens of times. I finally got to see the Pink Floyd, Dark Side of the Moon, laser show.

Michael Durney

2018-08-26T19:46:02+0000

Great place to have a party.

George Sintchak

2018-08-25T11:12:51+0000

Great place to visit. Give yourself ample time, there's a lot to see.

Virginia Koutouzis

2018-08-22T23:37:22+0000

Always a beautiful experience...

Ionie Ricketts

2018-08-20T20:07:51+0000

great scenery , gives peace of mind and a great amount of knowledge about history love it

Taneque Foster

2018-08-20T19:55:12+0000

This place is a must see. Absolutely enjoyed our visit. Will visit again.

Etta Rubin Rosenberg

2018-08-12T23:51:52+0000

New planetarium show, & unguided walking through the house.

Natalie Joy

2018-08-11T22:59:38+0000

Absolutely love this place. The planetarium was awesome and exploring the mansion and the grounds was so much fun. Next time I go which will be soon I'm definitely bring a picnic lunch.

Katie Ward

2018-07-27T23:43:35+0000

Beautiful grounds. Went to the sensory garden and then the planetarium! Great kids show! Then had lunch at one of the many picnic tables with a beautiful view ... followed by an educational visit to the museum! Must see for sure !! Enjoyable for children and adults! Came back for the Liverpool Shuffle outdoor concert that night as well !

Soraya Garcia

2018-07-27T00:38:42+0000

The grounds were spectacular, the Staff was courteous and the mansion was very educational.

Christina Gianella Mason

2018-07-20T01:07:58+0000

beautiful, relaxing place, makes you feel like you are in another country!

Barbara Rosenzweig Blitman

2018-07-16T13:36:34+0000

Enjoyed the tour. Especially the different actors being people from that era.The grounds are magnificent.

Jeannie Ricci

2018-07-15T00:48:31+0000

My 3 year old so loved seeing the animals in the museums and learning about the life of Mr. Vanderbilt- guide was good with little kids- then we went down the street to the beach! definitely worth a visit!

Johnathan Ritchie

2018-07-04T15:46:06+0000

Needs a lot of repair at house planetarium is great

Morales Berrios Patricia

2018-06-28T03:51:43+0000

Lovely ...such simple beauty

Audley C Bullock

2018-06-21T05:11:01+0000

I got to live the life of a Vanderbilt for the day!

Галина Уніжона

2018-06-20T19:18:19+0000

Beautiful place to visit!!The history is very impressive as well:)))Friendly people!!❤️

Jill Downing

2018-06-11T00:56:35+0000

Gorgeous views of Northport Harbor! The grounds are heavenly! We had a wonderful afternoon wandering around at our leisure.

Magdalena Sansanelli Davis

2018-06-04T02:47:00+0000

Absolutely a beautiful experience the water the flowers the gardens the fountains the views... I love Long Island �

Maura Moreno

2018-06-02T17:19:52+0000

Precioso

Mere Cuevas Guerra

2018-05-27T17:10:00+0000

It was such a beautiful day, went yesterday with my family and had such a great day.

Lushka Seitaj

2018-04-23T19:59:27+0000

Tracy Mancuso

2018-04-23T19:20:15+0000

Sandi Genetti

2018-04-23T17:29:28+0000

Was a beautiful day so it was nice to walk around. We did both the house tour and the planetarium show, which were both good. A lot of walking so definitely wear sneakers.

Jim Munson

2018-04-14T02:02:15+0000

Eliana Oliva

2018-04-09T02:23:04+0000

Went to the planetarium last week for the 1st time. The show itself was really nice just wish it was a bit longer & also that they had more seating options in the planetarium waiting area outside of the theatre. A heads up: It's also a good idea to wear comfortable shoes as you have to walk to the different locations.

Richard Grecki Npt

2018-04-06T13:56:06+0000

The Vanderbilt museum holds some of my fondest memories as a kid! This place is truly awesome!

Beth Roxanne Stegos Brucoli

2018-03-26T19:51:46+0000

Dan Campanelli

2018-03-25T16:45:49+0000

I hadn't been to the museum since first grade. I vaguely remembered the Planetarium. But there is so much more to this place then that. The mansion is spectacular. It gives you a really good perspective of who WKV was and just how important he was to New York and Long Island. The Eagles Nest offers an amazing view of Asharoken and Eaton's Neck. From Northport, you can see it across the bay. The price is right and the experience is incredible. Unfortunately the Marine Museum and Carriage House were closed to the public. Hopefully they will be open next time around.

Michael Kelly

2018-03-24T00:34:15+0000

Great place to take the family for two or three hours.

Perri Silverstein

2018-03-19T18:00:02+0000

Priscilla Devi

2018-03-11T23:35:15+0000

Florence was such a knowledgeable tour guide. The Museum is a gorgeous piece of history. Just sucks that there's no indoor photography allowed 😩

Nii Noel

2018-02-27T00:18:19+0000

Tara Ann Forte

2018-02-22T00:38:22+0000

Great Historical Place on Long Island! Gorgeous scenery. Loved the mansion and Planetarium movie! We stayed for two! Thank you to the guides!

Olena Poznyak

2018-02-20T20:52:58+0000

Annette Vitiello Johnson

2018-02-20T18:25:37+0000

Becka Michelle

2018-02-19T02:43:11+0000

Brigid Ann Ivory

2018-01-23T04:48:37+0000

Tim Staines

2018-01-16T21:21:29+0000

Christine Earlie

2017-12-28T02:28:24+0000

Sarah D.

2017-12-25T02:11:09+0000

Grace Lin

2017-11-28T04:12:17+0000

Linda Geist Williams

2017-11-26T18:56:28+0000

Louis Doc Viera

2017-11-14T20:37:57+0000

Joanna Pendzick

2017-11-02T18:44:44+0000

Such a great place to visit with family and friends. Exploring the beautiful grounds, displays and the planetarium, and nostalgic for me...remembering visits from when I was in school. I love taking my time... going through the many different areas of the estate. It's always a pleasure!

Ludmila Avez

2017-10-23T15:36:52+0000

Laura Elizabeth

2017-10-22T22:09:15+0000

My Husband and I had our wedding at the Vanderbilt. It was a dream come true! Our ceremony took place inside th Planetarium and Dave was amazing at helping to make our vision a reality! We received tons of compliments on how unique our ceremony was; everyone loved the laser show! Our cocktail and reception took place on the grounds and it was truly stunning. Our pictures came out beautiful and our guests raved about the grounds (even though it was unseasonably cold that night 9/30/17!). Truly an astonishing venue for a wedding! If anyone is thinking about The Vanderbilt for their wedding; do it! It will be unforgettable!

Ewa A. Gorka

2017-10-16T19:53:00+0000

Jeanine Sabatino

2017-10-05T20:09:38+0000

Tricia N Frank Kiernan

2017-09-23T19:43:24+0000

Jason Forella

2017-09-19T11:36:47+0000

Charis Tippets Branson

2017-09-16T01:15:53+0000

We attended September 14th Liverpool Shuffle and had a great time! We were visiting Long Island from Pennsylvania and decided to take a detour to see the show. At first, we were disappointed the concert was moved from the courtyard to the planetarium, but that's before we saw the great light show you guys put on for us. We had a great time! Thanks for going above and beyond!

Ralph T Godwin

2017-09-10T16:18:12+0000

The Vanderbilt Museum and Planetarium is absolutely beautiful. Awesome location for photography with many scenic views. I most definitely will be returning for future visits.

Gracie Belfi

2017-09-07T11:41:13+0000

Jamie LaMendola Valenti

2017-09-05T03:01:22+0000

Kim Tucker

2017-09-03T21:37:12+0000

Sarah Gentzlinger Zagaja

2017-08-28T23:25:32+0000

Pamela Lama

2017-08-21T03:02:13+0000

I went to visit and the grounds are beautiful! I also took the Living History tour of the mansion which was excellent! A great way to spend the day and take in the beautiful scenery!

Diana Shamdai Sickler

2017-08-16T17:57:59+0000

Joe Marcone

2017-08-15T02:44:36+0000

Margaret Mullin Normile

2017-08-14T22:18:59+0000

What a fabulous wedding venue! It was like being in a Tuscan Village! We had a wonderful experience.

Tariq Rahman

2017-08-13T05:17:43+0000

Jeff Masters

2017-08-12T12:12:54+0000

Fran Foti

2017-08-11T13:24:43+0000

We attended a play in the courtyard of the mansion. What a beautiful setting. The architecture is amazing and so is the view. I will be back to see more of the museum.

Ruty Rubin-Godoy

2017-07-27T19:50:36+0000

Michael Covelli

2017-07-24T18:12:02+0000

Michelle Sapio Gegwich

2017-07-24T11:31:21+0000

The Lobster Fest was a wonderful night!! The setting is beautiful - overlooking Northport Harbor. The food was excellent - from Sangria 71. Great gift baskets and raffles. Lots of dancing! I will definitely attend next year to support this important institution!

Rosie Ramone

2017-07-16T21:31:31+0000

Shen Wu

2017-07-16T20:03:59+0000

Absolutely beautiful place with gorgeous views. Shows at the Planetarium may be a little too scientific for young kids.

Nathalie Marie Alenski

2017-07-15T02:02:15+0000

Was saddened to learn that for a couple years the museum has been closed and this was never told to us when we bought our admission. The person that made the sale told us that we can gain entry into the museum??? I still had a good time with my sister. Come on Suffolk County how long is that renovation going to take place???

Ivonne Rivera

2017-07-12T00:05:18+0000

My girls and I had a great time. I have recommended it to friends and family.

Kristen Retus

2017-07-10T22:50:40+0000

Tiffany Reynoso

2017-07-10T01:10:58+0000

Ingrid R Tully

2017-07-09T04:05:03+0000

I went to the Pink Floyd laser show, and it was fun. I was hesitant at the beginning because I thought it was going to be a wild room (lol) but it was not. People were engaged. The only flaw I noticed was the sound system. I would of enjoy better if it the music was louder with better quality. It should of sound like when you go out to a nightclub. This is why I cannot give 5 stars.

Rev. Johnny Erato

2017-07-08T20:43:38+0000

Eugene Paul Kueny

2017-07-03T01:31:50+0000

Ashley Fessel

2017-07-02T21:56:22+0000

I was a little disappointed that so many rooms were closed off in the mansion

Cindy Halpern

2017-06-30T20:58:11+0000

I enjoyed the beautiful view of the Sound from the upper level of the home. The guide was very knowledgeable and friendly. I was touched by the personal stories of tragedy of the family, and inspired how a 16 year old boy bought a boat for 100 dollars to ferry people from Staten Island to Manhattan. He started from humble beginnings to launch this family. It is wonderful to have this museum as a member of the Centerport Community.

Mike Honyoust Wandzel

2017-06-27T03:40:21+0000

Leah Em

2017-06-25T02:09:59+0000

Brandy Aria Spears

2017-06-12T21:02:52+0000

Linda Blessinger Butan

2017-05-24T23:05:34+0000

Ann Tierney

2017-05-23T16:19:16+0000

Love David

2017-05-15T20:45:26+0000

This was my very first visit to Vanderbilt Museum and i was very impressed with the architecture and the incredible views from the mansion. My two year old daughter had a whale of a time romping on the well kept grounds. she was having so much fun that we totally missed the show at the planetarium. I would totally recommend visiting this gem especially in the spring. Bring along picnic basket and prepare to be engrossed in the sights and sounds.

Mary Haeberle

2017-05-15T03:35:54+0000

Nicole Oliva

2017-05-09T15:52:39+0000

Denis Magoolaghan

2017-05-07T20:57:56+0000

Great weather helped and beautiful location wonderful wedding

Kim Pandolfi Martinelli

2017-04-30T23:52:03+0000

Rita Valley Tortorelli

2017-04-30T16:56:22+0000

Tour was fascinating, grounds were lovely, but I think I picked up poison ivy somehow. This morning my lower arms were itchy and rashy.

Charles Zurheide

2017-04-30T16:55:49+0000

Joel Gomez

2017-04-24T00:35:43+0000

Beautiful ground, rich in history. The mansion tour is a must for history buffs and the newly upgraded planetarium is awesome. Visit your public library for passes if your town have them otherwise the fee is more than fair for what you'll see and experience.

Merri Romas

2017-04-19T10:50:35+0000

Love this place Woodstock revival and Grateful Dead fest are so much fun snd the museum is great also

Ralph Sorrentino

2017-04-14T17:27:09+0000

Aracelly Melany Baires

2017-04-11T16:04:30+0000

I was wondering with my two boys getting bored soon, they had a blast, we learn , watch the show and then scavenger all around this beautiful gem of Long Island!�

Steven Dluginski

2017-04-10T18:34:15+0000

Tahmina Khair Popy

2017-04-10T01:14:51+0000

Abraham Sussman

2017-04-08T03:29:40+0000

Francesca Cespedes

2017-04-03T04:31:13+0000

The lazer light show was AMAZING highly recommend it with 3 and 4d effects makes it spectacular

Marc Attanasio

2017-03-31T19:31:12+0000

Great place to visit,Whale Shark 30 ft. Was awesome

Kerry Anne

2017-03-27T19:14:23+0000

Rachel Saez

2017-03-26T18:40:25+0000

We truly enjoyed the museum as a family and pretend we're royalty while walking the grounds. We'll visit again in the near future. Thank you!

Anna Cedergren Arthur

2017-03-19T18:08:02+0000

Paul Felice

2017-03-13T19:45:16+0000

I usually only visit the planetarium but it is always a good time. I have visited other parts in the past and I would definitely recommend going to Vanderbilt.

Celia Canosa

2017-03-06T05:34:56+0000

Malcolm Neal

2017-02-28T00:28:12+0000

Excellent thoroughly enjoyed my visit would have no hesitation in visiting again

Anna Naumov

2017-02-26T23:07:32+0000

A wonderful day trip from NYC: beautiful views, and very interesting mansion and marine museum. A Planetarium show was a perfect ending.

Leila Ward

2017-02-26T20:40:01+0000

Kat RH

2017-02-25T20:30:33+0000

Ken White

2017-02-22T02:22:49+0000

Leida Torres

2017-02-04T16:26:46+0000

Ed Neary

2017-01-29T02:25:12+0000

Took my Son here for his Birthday he loved it and so did I

Brandy Samson

2017-01-24T11:50:33+0000

Kim Siegel Sternick

2017-01-23T21:08:41+0000

Huge thankyou to Frank, who took the time to answer my young niece's questions for her school report on Vega and discuss (with huge enthusiasm and expertise) a special rock she brought with her. Aiden's star show and night sky presentation was informative and entertaining. Fun family visit. Highly recommend.

Maria Ottomanelli

2017-01-23T13:59:47+0000

We loved our visit!!!! It has NYC quality exhibits and an updated planetarium that the kids and adults enjoyed! It's probably amazing in the summer and the grounds are beautiful ! Plan a visit . We were pleasantly surprised .

Christopher Coop

2017-01-03T18:40:51+0000

Great place. Our mansion tour guide, believe his name was Pete, was awesome. The experience was fantastic. Ending with a video at the planetarium, that blow my mind. I am a 29 year old adult, who went with a 40+ year old friend and had a blast. :)

George Jackson

2016-12-30T18:55:12+0000

Carol Schneider-Weinberg

2016-12-29T03:27:38+0000

On Tuesday, Dec 27th, we had the opportunity to visit the Vanderbilt Museum at night and experience the lights of the holidays both inside and out. The tour was wonderful. There were numerous docents as we toured, each providing in-depth knowledge about the Vanderbilt family and the mansion's history. As a treat, we were provided with hot chocolate and cookies. My husband and I look forward to returning in the spring.

Destiny Schaffer

2016-12-12T19:43:09+0000

Really wonderful experience for the adults & children (age 9)! Incredible artifact collection and majestic location. We saw the holiday laser show and the children thought it was awesome!

Pramod Bista

2016-11-30T06:36:04+0000

Michael Laiosa

2016-11-28T02:22:34+0000

Mike James

2016-10-30T03:40:59+0000

Mary Looram

2016-10-25T22:18:52+0000

Kara Hahn

2016-10-09T02:18:11+0000

Regina Procida Carroll

2016-09-08T21:37:16+0000

Martha Xuereb

2016-07-28T21:51:24+0000

Daniela Opruta

2016-07-09T16:03:22+0000

Amber Gassick

2016-05-22T12:46:20+0000

Smitty Smith

2016-05-02T10:27:45+0000

Jamie Lynn Lepore

2016-04-24T03:57:56+0000

To all that is reading many years ago I visited the Vanderbilt Museum I remembered a downstairs room with a bear standing in the corner it was in the memorial wing I brought my daughter there today and the tour guide laughed at me told me I was crazy there was no such a room whatever happened to this room that they don't know about.

Joseph McCooey

2016-03-24T01:58:14+0000

Had the pleasure of visiting this wonderful site on my recent visit to family in Long Island . One tip pay the extra and take the tour it's well worth it . Most guides have between 10 and 15 years experience of the house and it's wonderful contents and they able to make this building come alive. Thanks again

Jennifer Yonaitis Fariello

2016-01-05T03:24:15+0000

Ericka Simmons

2015-11-28T11:27:44+0000

David Thompson

2015-11-20T12:37:43+0000

Nicole Vasapoli Proto

2015-10-31T15:25:00+0000

We went last night to see Long Island Skies with Dave & we loved it. My 9 year old thought it was the coolest thing ever and Dave answered all of his questions. I highly recommend it!

Marcia Ikonomopoulos

2015-10-12T21:55:27+0000

Love this place. We are members and visit quite often. Always a treat.

Mary O'Neill

2015-10-09T09:00:39+0000

Everything about it was awesome. My boyfriends 6 year old daughter had an incredible time. Her favorite part,besides the planetarium, the Lego display (we are a Lego nerd family), she loved walking around to the grounds and of course, she couldn't decide which of the museums was her favorite. It was more enjoyable taking a random family trip, then any of the school field trip visits. You can take your time and absorb it all.

Karen Sybil

2015-10-07T02:57:51+0000

Leigh-Ann Barde

2015-10-05T02:05:59+0000

It's a great place to spend the day, my children and I had a great time. The mansion is absolutely gorgeous and the Sesame Street Planetarium Show was adorable.

Dietrich Petersen

2015-10-03T21:20:29+0000

Lisa Ketchum-Nelson

2015-10-01T16:45:59+0000

Anthony John Noonan

2015-08-24T00:17:34+0000

Vinny was the best tour guide. Very knowledgeable, lively, and willing to answer questions.

Theresa Mary Elizabeth

2015-07-26T17:11:32+0000

Phil Ebalarosa

2015-06-18T20:30:19+0000

Lou Romas

2015-06-08T13:33:17+0000

Gina Servil

2015-06-01T20:03:26+0000

William Patrick Still

2015-05-20T04:16:16+0000

Michele Seaman

2015-05-16T03:16:45+0000

Wonderful presentation given by Dave on our brilliant Long Island night skies! A must see!

Chris Woods

2015-04-20T02:05:30+0000

Jon McIntyre

2014-07-09T10:36:13+0000

Annette Manfre Rubino-Sansone

2014-07-07T00:05:26+0000

Suzanne van Doorne

2014-07-05T01:10:06+0000

Jessica Ramos-Vogel

2014-07-04T13:38:54+0000

Christina Teresa

2014-07-01T18:07:12+0000

Joseph P Mcguire

2014-06-30T01:43:55+0000

Rob Lupo

2014-06-28T21:58:37+0000

Paul Belluardo

2014-06-28T13:16:13+0000

Alison Sierras

2014-06-28T01:00:16+0000

Janet DeDora

2014-06-24T12:49:07+0000

Rob Tomasevic

2014-06-24T06:14:40+0000

Melissa LeDu Mahoney

2014-06-23T23:23:12+0000

Stuart Ipkiss

2014-06-22T04:25:23+0000

Caryn Lacher

2014-06-21T10:24:57+0000

Wendy Tullo

2014-06-21T02:28:19+0000

Pete Mackrodt

2014-06-19T23:35:34+0000

Christian Reina

2014-06-19T13:54:34+0000

Lisa Breland

2014-06-18T19:48:02+0000

Jeanne Tapler

2014-06-17T01:22:23+0000

George Tsivikas

2014-06-16T00:08:35+0000

Nancy Lopez

2014-06-09T16:47:05+0000

Benjamin Metzger

2014-06-09T00:14:34+0000

Nina Whiting

2014-06-08T18:17:49+0000

John Sysak

2014-05-28T11:55:46+0000

Susan Downey

2014-05-27T23:24:18+0000

Kate Demarillas

2014-05-23T03:50:28+0000

Alicyn Joy

2014-05-15T13:08:53+0000

Jill E. Beans

2014-05-07T21:29:39+0000

Lesli Grace

2014-05-04T22:01:47+0000

Corine Caliendo

2014-04-30T20:55:18+0000

Novita Samantha Chisholm-Loewenstein

2014-04-29T21:12:46+0000

Great place for the family!

Barbara Gerena-Steinberg

2014-04-13T22:28:17+0000

Damian Case

2014-04-13T20:48:47+0000

Greg Martin

2014-04-13T12:41:44+0000

Panos Pete Krassas

2014-03-22T18:11:24+0000

Bobby Mitchell

2014-03-11T01:10:53+0000

Laura Hanjoglu-Goerke

2014-02-28T01:18:43+0000

Deirdre Verdolino

2014-02-27T07:25:50+0000

Lance Draizin

2014-02-25T12:11:36+0000

Ann Sullivan

2014-02-24T07:58:10+0000

Renee Ortiz

2014-02-19T21:43:48+0000

Cindy Lopez

2014-02-05T01:50:58+0000

Christine Di Pietro-Foley

2014-02-03T20:13:59+0000

Michele Ann McNaughton

2014-01-18T05:01:28+0000

Kev Mac

2014-01-18T03:08:51+0000

WOW, What a way to bring me back to my childhood. The Long Island Skies show was Great. I was there last 30 years ago. Now I've brought my son who's 14. Amazing experience. Will definitely be back sooner than another 30 years.