Valley Stream State Park
Under $25A Long Island day-use park with picnic grounds, play areas, ball fields, trails, and a fitness walking course.
Transit: reachable by public transit

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A Long Island shopping mall with many clothing, footwear, and home stores plus a range of dining options.
2034 Green Acres Road, Sunrise Highway, Valley Stream, NY 11581 · Valley Stream, NY
Green Acres Mall is a shopping center in the Valley Stream area of Nassau County, New York, reached from Sunrise Highway. Its tenants include well-known apparel, footwear, home goods, and sporting goods retailers, along with restaurants and bars such as a brewhouse, several casual dining chains, and a fast-casual chain. The mall also hosts holiday visits with Santa and offers visitor services such as a shuttle and free parking.
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Transit: reachable by public transit
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