Hudson Valley
Hudson Valley lies gracefully in the gorge of the Hudson River in New York. The valley encompasses the adjacent communities in New York State from northern Westchester County to the cities of Albany and Troy.
The beautiful Hudson Valley has unique exclusive regions, each with its own identity and character featuring manor houses, grand mansions, historic houses, and impressive estates. The valley is divided into three sections featuring the upper valley with its magnificent lush plains and lovely antique shops, the scenic and forested middle valley, and the lower valley bustling with businesses, performing art centers and theaters, and quaint elite villages. Visitors have a variety of accommodation options to choose from ranging from luxurious hotels to charming bed and breakfast establishments. Dining is a culinary delight in Hudson Valley which boasts diverse and ethnic restaurants stemming from the many immigrants settling in the valley. An array of splendid shopping malls as well as enchanting antique shops, art and crafts galleries, and boutiques are located in the area for shoppers to explore.
Discover the history of Hudson Valley by visiting the Hudson River Museum. Located in Hyde Park lies the glorious National Historic Site of Vanderbilt Mansion and Museum; a combination of marine and natural history museum, planetarium, and a dazzling park with stunning gardens and incredible views of the Hudson River. Take a trip along the Hudson River’s winding path and enjoy the miles of dramatic wilderness, fruit orchards, rural farmlands, resort retreats, and magnificent wine estates. Beautiful parks grace the area of Hudson Valley and offer a variety of activities. Harriman State Park is an outdoor lover’s haven offering well marked hiking trails and superb camping facilities. Visitors can enjoy swimming and kayaking in summer and do some ice-fishing and cross country skiing in the winter months. Relax at Bear Mountain State Park and take in the stunning views of wild flowers and the fall foliage painting a pretty picture.
Hudson Valley offer culture and history, vibrant activities, and is a tranquil oasis to relax and refresh the body, mind and spirit within spectacular surroundings.
