6 days ago
I took a $39 round-trip ferry from Connecticut to New York. It was the perfect way to spend a summer day.
We walked around the charming village, browsed the cute shops, and marveled at the historic homes. Although I had a great time that day, Ihadn't been to Port Jefferson — or on the ship — since.
So, I decided to spend a recent sunny-weathered Sunday riding the Bridgeport and Port Jefferson ferry. The ride, which was an hour and 15 minutes each way, was definitely worth the $39 round-trip ticket price.
Here's what my experience was like.
I spent a few hours walking around Port Jefferson. When I got off the boat, I explored the streets of Port Jefferson. I noticed cute little shops, small parks, and restaurants serving everything from casual bites to fancy surf-and-turf meals.I also wandered through a farmers market in Harborfront Park and took photos along the water. As I walked, I gazed at docked sailboats, a large statue, and an oversize Adirondack picking up a chai tea from Local's Cafe, I browsed the small businesses selling everything from house plants to gourmet foods.
I stopped for lunch and some treats before getting back on the boat. I stopped at Dortoni Bakery, a local favorite that sells Italian pastries, breads, cakes, and cookies, before deciding on the latter.I also grabbed lunch at Slurp Ramen before walking off my delicious meal and doing some more window shopping around mid-afternoon, my feet and wallet felt done for the day, so I walked back to the marina for my return ferry.
Overall, taking the ferry was the perfect day trip.
