- The list below includes 175 free or cheap things to do in or near New Paltz, New York, including 83 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Museum, Farms & Ranches, Horseback Riding and Hiking Trails.
- From Minnewaska State Park Preserve to The Wallkill Valley Rail trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in New Paltz and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poughkeepsie, Hyde Park, Beacon and Newburgh.
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As one of only 16 designated urban parks, the Kingston Heritage Area Visitors Center sees a lot of tourism. The heritage center features many exhibits depicting local and state history, as well as re-enactments of major cultural events.
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Part of the Hudson River Maritime Museum complex features the Rondout Lighthouse which was the first lighthouse at the entrance to Rondout Creek. Visitors must take a water vessel to the lighthouse though since there is no way to access the site by land.
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Covering 200 acres, the Locust Grove includes on its grounds a mansion built in 1851, gardens, almost 5 miles of carriage roads established in the 19th century, and a museum dedicated to Samuel Morse, the inventor and the artist.
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Several amenities and facilties are located at Forsyth Park. Handball courts, tennis courts, and a nature center are major draws to the park with other side options being woodland trails, the Kinderland Playground, and the picnic area.
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89 East Strand, Rondout Landing, Kingston, NY 12402
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The New York Trolley Museum is dedicated to granting more exposure to the world of trolleys and subways. For over 60 years this museum has sought to spread the word of the importance the trolley system has played in the local area.
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Featuring classical music and live entertainment, Northern Dutchess Symphony Orchestra performs at numerous venues around Rhinebeck. The group includes a community of musicians from all over the Hudson Valley Area.
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Amenities abound at the TR Gallo Waterfront Park. Activities include a maritime museum, cultural center, antique shops, cafes, boat docks and a stage for live summer concert series and stage plays.
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266 Fair Street, Kingston, NY
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The Volunteer Fireman's Hall & Museum of Kingston chronicles the history of firefighting and the local firefighters in the area. Exhibits in the museum include an 1898 fire-truck, fire equipment, and other antiques.
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Green and John Streets, Kingston, NY 12401
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The site where the original 17th century village of Kingston stood, the Kingston Uptown Historic District is still home to around a dozen original limestone houses from the period. Walking tours of the district are available.
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Located in a First Reformed Protestant Dutch Church, Old Dutch Church Heritage Museum is open to the public for self-guided and group tours. The church was built in the 17th century, featuring a cemetery with 18th century grave markers.