Long Island's Historic Seaport Port Jefferson is a historic ship-building village nestled at the far end of the harbor, past the big homes that dot the high-banked eastern bluff looking down over an orderly yet varied fleet lying at their moorings. Our Village is a visitor's dream, and one of the most picturesque of waterside villages to be found on Long Island. Few villages can claim such a broad array of assets as Port Jefferson, from its waterside location at the head of a beautiful deep water harbor to its enviable position as a busy downtown area in the heart of Long Island's prestigious north shore. Port Jefferson is located approximately 56 miles east of New York City, in the northern part of central Suffolk County. A stroll down tree-lined streets, where many shops and restaurants occupy historic buildings, clearly affirms the village's commitment to maintaining its "small town" appeal. Surrounded by some of the most beautiful and prestigious homes on Long Island, and serviced by three major hospitals and a state university, Port Jefferson has come a long way. Residents treasure its past and plan carefully for its future, uniquely blending the area's history with the demands of competing in the tough economic environment of the 90's. So visit soon, and discover Port Jefferson.