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1. Bear Mountain State Park
- Bear Mountain State Park is situated in rugged mountains rising from the west bank of the Hudson River. The historic Bear Mountain Inn overlooks... read more
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2. Storm King Art Center
A most unusual museum, this fabulous collection of modern, monumental sculpture benefits from one of the most stunning outdoor settings modern...
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3. West Point (U.S. Military Academy)
West Point, the nation's oldest and foremost military college -- which celebrated its 200th anniversary in 2002 and is the oldest continually used...
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4. Boscobel Restoration
Two things about this magnificent mansion on the Hudson stand out: its splendid setting, among the finest in the entire Hudson Valley, and its...
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5. The Union Church of Pocantino Hills
A short jaunt from the Rockefellers' Kykuit estate is this tiny country chapel, remarkable not for its architecture per se but for its unique collection...
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6. Philipsburg Manor
Just a half-hour upriver from the 21st-century pace of New York City, this eye-opening and serenely beautiful agricultural estate is a jarring...
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7. Kykuit, the Rockefeller Estate
The Hudson River is lined from one end to the other with grand manor houses, but none compares to Kykuit (pronounced " Kye-cut"). It's not the oldest...
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8. Rebel Race
- Unleash your inner rebel: ditch the coat and tie and free yourself from the daily grind.
Rebel Race is a weekend get-away for athletes that want... read more -
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9. Eleanor Roosevelt National Historic Site
- Mrs. Roosevelt used Val-Kill as a personal retreat from her busy life. Val-Kill Cottage is the focal point of the historic site. It was originally... read more
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10. Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
- This palatial mansion is a fine example of homes built by 19th century millionaires. This particular home was constructed by Frederick W. Vanderbilt,... read more
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The Best of NileGuide
- There’s never a reason to be bored in Poughkeepsie. There are just too many things to do. Start with the must-see attractions, move to the big sights and fine museums, check out some tours, dig in to some outdoor activities, and work your way down to the between-the-cracks, off-the-beaten-path gems. Just leave some time to catch your breath.
