Old Westbury House and Gardens

About this experience

Old Westbury House and Gardens is an attraction in Long Island, New York, set on a historic estate that reflects the English country house tradition of the early 1700s. The property centres on Westbury House, a grand mansion furnished with period antiques and one of the most significant private art collections assembled in the region, featuring works gathered from across Europe and beyond. The estate sits at 71 Old Westbury Road and draws visitors looking for a combination of architectural detail and formal landscape design, making it one of the more distinctive New York attractions within easy reach of the city. Admission covers self-guided access to the mansion's principal rooms, where antiques, paintings, and decorative objects are displayed throughout. Beyond the house, the grounds extend into formal gardens, woodland areas, and open lawns planted with seasonal flowers and maintained to a high standard. Visitors move freely between the walled garden, the rose garden, and the wider parkland at their own pace. Note that wheelchair access is not available across the site, and guided tours and special events are not included in standard entry. Tickets are non-refundable, so confirm your visit date before booking.

Highlights

• Explore a grand mansion furnished with period antiques and European art
• Visit a historic Long Island estate built in the English country house tradition
• Discover one of the most significant private art collections in the region
• Tour formal landscape gardens on the grounds of Westbury House
• Located at 71 Old Westbury Road on a historic Long Island estate

What is included

• Admission to Westbury House
• Access to art collection
• Access to Westbury Gardens and woodland areas

Not included

• Special events
• Guided tours

Before you go

Arrival and getting around Make your way to the entrance at 71 Old Westbury Road and allow plenty of time on arrival, as the estate covers both the house and extensive gardens and woodland areas. Comfortable footwear is recommended, as you will likely cover a fair amount of ground exploring the grounds at your own pace. During your visit Your admission covers the house, the art collection, the formal gardens, and the woodland areas. Guided tours and special events are not included and are ticketed separately where available. Please be mindful of other visitors when taking photographs inside the house, and follow any instructions from staff regarding the antiques and artworks on display. Check on arrival whether any food and drink facilities are open, and note that outside food and drink may be restricted in certain areas of the house.

Cancellation terms

These tickets cannot be cancelled or rescheduled.