Hudson Valley

Discover the panoramic vistas that drew 19th-century artists, writers and financiers to this enchanting land set beside the majestic Hudson River. Within the region’s quaint villages, you will discover fabulous antique shopping and hidden art treasures, in addition to picturesque cottages, palatial historic homes and lushly landscaped gardens. You’ll be truly inspired by a Hudson Valley experience!

Regional Travel Ideas

Historic Hudson Valley – A national Heritage Area – 4 Days
Discover the grandeur of railroad tycoon Jay Gould’s home, Lyndhurst, an 1838Gothic revival mansion. Stop at Sunnyside, home of author/ambassador Washington Irving, and then tour the home and gardens of four generations of the Rockefeller family at Kykuit. Travel north to Boscobel, a fine example of Federal style architecture in Cold Spring. Take time to shop in this quaint 19th-century village with its many antique and boutique shops. At Hyde Park visit the Franklin D. Roosevelt Home, Museum and Library. Lunch at one of the four student-staffed gourmet restaurants at the Culinary Institute of America. Learn about the telegraph and Morse code with a visit to the Samuel F. B. Morse Estate. Travel along the river to the spectacular Moorish castle known as Olana, home of Frederic Church, renowned Hudson Valley artist. Visit the Senate House where the first New York State Senate met. Walk where presidents and generals learned great strategies at the United States Military Academy at West Point. On your return route to Manhattan, stop at Palisades Center or Woodbury Commons Premium Outlets for some extraordinary shopping. more>>>

Top do not miss attractions

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Approximate Driving distance from New York City

50 Miles

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