- Our list of the best things to do in New Paltz, New York, features the top 231 nearby activities — including 110 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- New Paltz, NY has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 20 things to do within the city of New Paltz, NY , followed by 211 popular activities in nearby cities, including Poughkeepsie, Kingston, Newburgh, Beacon, Saugerties, Hyde Park, Rhinebeck, Cold Spring, Woodstock, Fishkill, Marlboro, Millbrook, Ellenville, Middletown, Carmel, Garrison and Bolton Landing
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Featuring a hike or climb for every level of outdoor enthusiast, Shawangunk Mountains, near Woodstock should be your next visit. The area features 78 miles of trails for hiking and biking of all effort levels, rock climbing, and breath taking views.
7.7 Miles
The Hyde Park Railroad Station is a non-operational train station that was built in 1914. The location was heavily used during its early days and is currently open during the weekends and on holidays only.
7.8 Miles
Situated on the Hudson River, Hyde Park Landing provides facilities for patrons to enter the river and moor vessels. The landing includes boat and jet ski docks, fishing and picnic access to the river, storage and moorings.
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The McCann Arena is home to the Marist basketball and volleyball teams and can seat 3,200 fans and visitors. The facility includes player locker rooms and lounges, a concession area, editing rooms, and coach offices.
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For 2 generations, the Empire Cruise lines has taken its visitors on 8 types of cruises, including in here the private ones, which can host weddings and other private events.
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75 North Water Street, Poughkeepsie, NY 12601
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The exhibits at the Mid-Hudson Children's Museum include a train station and the Hudson River dive bell, among others. Private events can be organized in here.
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4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538
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The Home of Franklin D. Roosevelt is a national historic site and 300 acre park. Visitors can tour the home of former United States president Franklin D. Roosevelt or take a walk on one of the parks walking trails.
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Roosevelt Theatre is a multiplex movie theater that shows first run films and 3D films. The theatre resides in historic Hyde Park and is located near notable landmarks like the Franklin D. Roosevelt library across the street from the theatre.
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The only National Historic Site dedicated to a First Lady, the Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site covers 180 acres and features the Val-Kill Cottage, as well as the Stone Cottage and the 2 story building which housed Val-Kill Industries. In here are also gardens, trails, and ponds.
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977 votes
4097 Albany Post Road, Hyde Park, NY 12538
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The permanent collection at the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library & Museum features artifacts which are connected to the life of the president and his wife, as well as other artifacts which reflect the political, cultural, and social life between 1930 and 1940.