Hudson Valley Guidebook
Food scene
Cinnamon
51 E Market StEverything here is fantastic. You can't go wrong.
Aroi
55 E Market StGreat Thai restaurant.
Well stocked local grocery store. Avoid the crowds and shop locally.
32 locals recommend
Sunflower Market
24 Garden StWell stocked local grocery store. Avoid the crowds and shop locally.
If you're here on Sunday, definitely make your way here.
56 locals recommend
Rhinebeck Fire Department
61 E Market StIf you're here on Sunday, definitely make your way here.
If you're making your way over the bridge, give this spot a visit. It's fantastic, and a local favorite.
62 locals recommend
Kingston Bread + Bar
43 N Front StIf you're making your way over the bridge, give this spot a visit. It's fantastic, and a local favorite.
River and Post
57 Old Post RoadSuperb american food.
This is the go to place in Rhinebeck, and for good reason. The food is always spot on.
100 locals recommend
Le Petit Bistro
2-8 E Market StThis is the go to place in Rhinebeck, and for good reason. The food is always spot on.
For your luxury experience - Great food, beautiful modern interior and posh spa.
13 locals recommend
Mirbeau Inn & Spa Rhinebeck
46 W Market StFor your luxury experience - Great food, beautiful modern interior and posh spa.
Sightseeing
Great views of the river. Very spacious, plenty of parking, and great spots for picnicking.
54 locals recommend
Mills Mansion
Great views of the river. Very spacious, plenty of parking, and great spots for picnicking.
Fantastic vistas, and loads of space make this a great spot for frisbee, picnics, and general R&R.
227 locals recommend
Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site
119 Vanderbilt Park RdFantastic vistas, and loads of space make this a great spot for frisbee, picnics, and general R&R.
Great open space for swimming, kayaking, and general lounging. Bring a hammock!
132 locals recommend
Lake Taghkanic State Park
1528 New York 82Great open space for swimming, kayaking, and general lounging. Bring a hammock!
For something more deluxe, visit this world class facility. Great hiking nearby, along with fantastic massage, a day spa, and beautiful views.
408 locals recommend
Mohonk Mountain House
1000 Mountain Rest RdFor something more deluxe, visit this world class facility. Great hiking nearby, along with fantastic massage, a day spa, and beautiful views.
This is a cool place to go to when you’re heading north. Great spot with great views and yummy food.
101 locals recommend
Greig Farm
227 Pitcher LnThis is a cool place to go to when you’re heading north. Great spot with great views and yummy food.
Art Omi
1405 Co Rte 22Beautiful outdoor sculpture garden, about an hour north of Rhinebeck.
Great local ski spot at a great price. Avoid the crowds and enjoy the views of the Catskills.
604 locals recommend
Belleayre Mountain Ski Center
181 Galli Curci RdGreat local ski spot at a great price. Avoid the crowds and enjoy the views of the Catskills.
Hiking
Come for the Easy hikes, stay for the challenging mountain biking trails.
82 locals recommend
Ferncliff Forest
68 Mt Rutsen RdCome for the Easy hikes, stay for the challenging mountain biking trails.
Poets' Walk Park
776 River RdEasy gorgeous stroll near Rhinebeck.
Gorgeous views by the water, along with a well maintained trail with lots of shade.
141 locals recommend
Ashokan Rail Trail- Woodstock Dike Trailhead
1285 NY-28Gorgeous views by the water, along with a well maintained trail with lots of shade.
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
5281 Route 44-55fantastic day hikes
City/town information
Definitely worth a visit. Kingston has a really nice commercial district (The Stockade) with local shopping, a used book store, and good restaurants. It's also close to Woodstock.
266 locals recommend
Kingston
Definitely worth a visit. Kingston has a really nice commercial district (The Stockade) with local shopping, a used book store, and good restaurants. It's also close to Woodstock.
Shopping & Hanging Out
Rough Draft Bar & Books
82 John StGreat book store and fantastic cafe
A really nice zero waste store and community center. Bring your own bottles and fill up with soap, detergent, and other household goods. Also great for recycling your e-waste, batteries, etc.
The O Zone
148 Pitcher LaneA really nice zero waste store and community center. Bring your own bottles and fill up with soap, detergent, and other household goods. Also great for recycling your e-waste, batteries, etc.
Rose Hill Farm, 1798
19 Rose HillFantastic farm to pick apples, berries, and hanging out.
City advice
Don't miss
Farmers Market!
The Sunday farmers market in Rhinebeck is a scene! Definitely make sure to check out the market - it's open 10am-2pm.