Lindsey & Andrew
Things To Do
FOOD & BEVERAGE
Beacon was once a declining industrial town, but it has reinvented itself as a hub for musicians, writers, and art-enthusiasts. With the help of the stunning Dia:Beacon museum and its close proximity to Metro North, the area has become a destination for thousands of visitors from NYC each year. The influx of weekenders, coupled with Beacon's close proximity to Hudson Valley farms, has also made it a food destination. Favorite Restaurants: Best Upscale - The Roundhouse Best Casual - The Vault Best Ambiance - Cafe Amarcord Best Brunch - Mazingah Tap House Bars: Best Brewery - Hudson Valley Brewery Best Dive Bar - Dogwood Best Live Music - The Town Crier Best Happy Hour - Mazingah Tap House
FAVORITE HIKES
Mount Beacon - 15 min drive from hotels Breakneck Ridge - 17 min drive Anthony's Nose - 24 min drive Bear Mountain - 27 min drive Mohonk Mountain House - 48 min drive The hikes are of varying duration and difficulty. Follow the below link to read more about each one.
MUSEUM: Storm King Art Center
The Art Center boasts over 100 sculptures throughout its 500-acre land, making it the perfect stop for those who are looking to take in some art while enjoying the fresh air. Rent a bike, bring a picnic lunch, and plan to spend at least 3 hours exploring the grounds.
MUSEUM: Dia:Beacon
In 2003, the Dia Foundation transformed an old Nabisco factory in the once-booming industrial town of Beacon into an upstate hub for its collection of modern and contemporary art. Today, it’s one of the most popular destinations in the Hudson Valley, welcoming thousands of visitors each year.
HISTORY: West Point Academy
Go Army! Beat Navy! Journey through military history by visiting the Visitors Center and West Point Museum. While these venues are open to the general public, you must enter the grounds via a guided tour. Link to West Point Tours below.
HISTORY: FDR National Historic Site
The Hudson Valley is home to many estates and mansions that were once the homes to notable figures in American history. One of those estates is the Franklin Delano Roosevelt Presidential Home, where the former US President spent most of his life and was also laid to rest.
HISTORY: Sleepy Hollow Cemetery
Sleepy Hollow Cemetery is the final resting place of numerous famous figures, including Washington Irving, whose story "The Legend of Sleepy Hollow" is set in the adjacent burying ground at the Old Dutch Church of Sleepy Hollow.
CULINARY: Blue Hill at Stone Barns
Ranked the #12 best restaurant in the world in 2018, this farm to table eatery is where Lindsey and Andrew spent their first New Years Eve together. Reservations typically book up 3-4 months in advance, so if this restaurant is on your bucket list we suggest you set a calendar reminder.
CULINARY: The Culinary Institute of America
The CIA’s main campus in Hyde Park, NY, is one of the best incubators in the world for leading culinary professionals. Take a tour led by CIA students and grab a bite at one of the student-staffed, public-facing restaurants.
SHOPPING: Woodbury Common Outlets
With 250+ brands represented and the largest collection of designer outlet stores in the world, Woodbury Common is a brand-lover's dream. The discounts offered are second to none.
SHOPPING: Main Street of Cold Spring, NY
Once a vital artillery center during the Civil War, this river town has blossomed into an idyllic village where local restaurants and Main Street boutiques greet Hudson Highlands hikers from NYC. Main Street is lined with adorable shops, coffee houses, and restaurants with outdoor seating.
FAMILY-FRIENDLY: Fishkill Farms
Fishkill Farms is an apple orchard and small-scale farm. Founded by family friends of FDR, Fishkill Farms is one of the Hudson Valley's oldest apple orchards.