Area Attractions

Book a guided tour through this prestigious liberal arts college, or take a solo stroll through the 1,000-acre campus, which boasts babbling streams and hundreds of species of trees. Catch a student play at the Powerhouse Theater.

At 1.28 miles, this bridge is the longest pedestrian walkway in the world. Walk or bike the bridge, which is also accessible to those with disabilities, and enjoy sweeping views of the sparkling Hudson River, nearby towns, and area state parks.

Home of the Hudson Valley Philharmonic Orchestra, this 944-seat theater is the oldest continuously operating theater in New York state. Catch classic movies, comedians, ballet performances, and more.

Take a tour of this award-winning winery and explore their picturesque vineyards. You’ll also have the chance to taste some of the wines, like the Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Riesling.

Bring the whole family to this museum, which displays aircraft dating back to the early 20th century. The museum also entertains guests with air shows and biplane rides.

Located on the Vassar campus, this art history museum holds more than 21,000 pieces. Its collections include antiquities; Asian artwork; photography from such luminaries as Cindy Sherman, Richard Avedon, and Diane Arbus; and more.

Take a self-guided tour through this collection of more than 34,000 items, including the Roosevelts’ furniture, clothing, and personal belongings. Check out interactive exhibits about American life during the ‘30s and ‘40s too.

This museum features exhibitions related to reading, science, storytelling, and community.

Tour a 25-room, Italianate mansion that houses 15,000 pieces of furniture and artwork. Explore the flower and vegetable gardens that sprawl over the rolling hills, or traverse five miles of hiking trails.

Take a self-guided tour through this modest cottage and park, the former home of first lady Eleanor Roosevelt. Also known as Val-Kill, this space used to house a workshop for farm families to learn handicrafts for added income.

Explore this 54-room stone mansion with a library, Italianate gardens, and views of the Catskill Mountains.

Find serenity in this 200-acre garden with waterfalls, ginkgo trees, a lotus pool, and more. The space takes inspiration from both Chinese and Japanese traditions and grows plants native to New York.