The Hudson Valley offers many interesting destinations and activities. There is a variety of outdoor activities, such as hiking, sightseeing and skiing close to the Hillcrest Glasshouse as well as great shopping possibilities and museums. Below you can find a list with our favorite things to do.
Scenic Hudson's Long Dock Park (7 mi)
The perfect nearby spot for a nice walk. Stroll through rehabilitated wetlands and meadows enjoying the view on the Hudson River and the Newburgh-Beacon bridge.
23 Long Dock Rd, Beacon, NY 12508
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets (23 mi)
Do you like shopping? Then this outlet is an absolute must-visit! People from all over come to visit this outlet. It is conveniently located for guests of the Hillcrest Glasshouse.
498 Red Apple Ct, Central Valley, NY 10917
Storm King Art Center (11 mi)
Discover a magnificent outdoor museum with large-scale sculptures. Storm King Art Center is already famous among New York residents and on every tourist's must-visit list.
1 Museum Rd, New Windsor, NY 12553
Dia Beacon (7 mi)
Beautiful museum for collections of art from the 1960s to present. Dia Beacon was instrumental in forming a vibrant art community in Beacon.
3 Beekman St, Beacon, NY 12508
Magazzino Italian Art (18 mi)
A beautiful art gallery dedicated to postwar and contemporary Italian art.
2700 US-9, Cold Spring, NY 10516
WALKWAY OVER THE HUDSON (13 MI)
Visit the longest elevated pedestrian bridge located between Poughkeepsie and Highland. The bridge now known as the Walkway Over the Hudson opened in 1889 as the Poughkeepsie-Highland Railroad Bridge to transport western raw materials to eastern industrial centers. At the time of its opening, it was the longest bridge in the world.
87 Haviland Rd, Highland, NY 12528
Minnewaska State Park Preserve (24 mi)
Magnificent place for hiking with exceptional views over lake Minnewaska and an easily reachable waterfall. There are a trails for every skill level.
5281 Route 44-55, Kerhonkson, NY 12446
Hiking in Cold Spring (14 mi)
Explore the hiking trails around Cold Spring enjoying beautiful views over the Hudson River.
Skiing at Bellayre Mountain (66 mi)
Bellayre Mountain is know as the best ski resort in New York, nestled in the beautiful Catskill Mountains. It doesn't matter if you ski, snowboard, or just started to take lessons, it is fun exploring the ski trails.
Cities worth visiting
Beacon (7 mi)
Beacon is a lively town right across the Hudson River from Newburgh. There is so much activity around the town; art, music, and an excellent food scene.
Cold Spring (14 mi)
Cold Spring is a small town located along the Hudson River. Surrounded by beauty and history, it offers antique stores, hip shops, and unique restaurants.
Kingston (28 mi)
Kingston was established in 1652 by the Dutch and was New York's first capital. It is a vibrant city with rich history and architecture and an emerging art community.
Hudson (68 mi)
Explore a lovely town with a long main streets full of antique dealers, writers, and artists. You surely won't get bored wandering through the many stores while passing Hudson's remarkable historical buildings. There are also fantastic restaurants to visit.