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About Hudson Valley
Hudson Valley sprawls between the Catskills and Berkshires along the Hudson River, a region layered with Revolutionary War history, contemporary art, and farm-fresh food. The valley pulses with Americana and artistic energy, autumn foliage transforming hillsides.
Best months to visit
June, August, September
Things to do in Hudson Valley
Historic home tours: Hyde Park FDR and estates visitation
Contemporary art museums and galleries exploration
Farm-to-table restaurants and local food scene dining
Hiking: Mount Beacon and river overlook trails
Fall foliage: scenic driving and leaf-peeping season
Antique shops and vintage stores exploration and shopping
Weather by month
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January
2C
Cold, with occasional showers.
February
4C
Cold, with some rainy days.
March
8C
Cold, with some rainy days.
April
15C
Cool, with some rainy days.
May
21C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
Recommended
June
26C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
July
29C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
August
28C
Warm and pleasant, with some rainy days.
Recommended
September
24C
Mild and comfortable, with occasional showers.
October
18C
Mild and comfortable, with some rainy days.
November
10C
Cool, with occasional showers.
December
5C
Cold, with some rainy days.
The Hudson Valley follows the river north from New York City through a landscape of Gilded Age mansions, art museums, and farm country that helped inspire the Hudson River School of painters. Storm King Art Center scatters monumental sculptures across rolling lawns, while towns like Hyde Park preserve the riverside estates of the Roosevelts and Vanderbilts, and Beacon's old factories have become galleries and breweries.
Best areas to stay in Hudson Valley
Beacon
A former factory town now known for galleries, breweries, and the Dia:Beacon contemporary art museum.
Hyde Park
Home to the Roosevelt and Vanderbilt historic estates overlooking the river.
Cold Spring
A picturesque riverside village with antique shops and views across to Storm King Mountain.
Rhinebeck
A charming small town with historic inns and easy access to nearby estates and farms.
Getting to Hudson Valley
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Flights
Fly into New York (JFK or EWR), then take an Amtrak or Metro-North train north along the river.
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From London
~7-8 hours direct from London to New York, plus 1-2 hours by train to the Hudson Valley.
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Getting around
Train stations are near several town centres; a car helps for reaching estates and Storm King.
Frequently asked questions
When is the best time to visit the Hudson Valley?
Spring and autumn for mild weather and foliage, though the museums, mansions, and towns are enjoyable year-round.
What is Storm King Art Center?
A 500-acre outdoor sculpture park near New Windsor, displaying large-scale modern and contemporary sculptures across open landscape.
Which mansions can I visit?
The Vanderbilt Mansion and Franklin D. Roosevelt's home in Hyde Park are both open for tours, along with several other historic estates along the river.
How do I get to the Hudson Valley from NYC?
By Amtrak or Metro-North train along the river, or by car via the Taconic State Parkway or Route 9.
Is the Hudson Valley good for a day trip?
Yes, many towns are reachable in under two hours by train, though staying overnight allows time for multiple sites and hikes.
Traveler reviews
★★★★★
Storm King was unlike anything else, huge sculptures scattered across hills and meadows. Easy day trip by train from the city.
Karen L. · May 2024
★★★★☆
Visited the Vanderbilt Mansion in Hyde Park and the grounds overlooking the river were as impressive as the house itself.
Frank D. · October 2023
★★★★☆
Spent an afternoon in Beacon at Dia and then wandered the main street for coffee and antiques. Lovely riverside town.
Nina W. · September 2024
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