Welcome
to Dutchess
Begin your Hudson River Valley getaway here, in Dutchess County! Sure, it's
easy to get here - by car, train, bus and air. Covering 800 square miles, there's an abundance of natural scenic beauty, outdoor recreation, historic landmarks,
restaurants, festivals and more.
Begin your Hudson River Valley getaway here, in Dutchess County! Easy to get to, lots to do, and an
abundance of history. Your experience may involve touring a pre-Revolutionary War site, a
Gilded Age estate, or a presidential library. Get a broader perspective from the cockpit of a
vintage biplane, or at the base of an
island castle ruin.
Begin your Hudson River Valley getaway here, in Dutchess County! Easy to get to, lots to do, and an abundance of natural scenic beauty.
Outdoor recreation is as active as you want it to be. Want to take a scenic drive through quiet back roads?
Pick your route. Spend a leisurely morning on the
links, or a more active afternoon
biking or
hiking. Our
parks and gardens are picture perfect.
Begin your Hudson River Valley getaway here, in Dutchess County! Easy to get to, lots to do, and an abundance of
culinary experiences. Your options for
eating out range from fine dining to chrome-covered diners. But you’ll also want to hit the wine trail, and visit our
breweries, cideries, and distilleries. Farms and
farmers markets are plentiful – pull over for pick-your-own produce and specialty foods made on premise.
Begin your Hudson River Valley getaway here, in Dutchess County! Easy to get to, and lots for the whole family to do together.
Family fun comes in all forms – it could be a
children’s museum,
water park, minor league
baseball game,
roller rink, or a
drive-in movie. Outdoor adventure awaits at
farms,
parks and playgrounds, and even
a zoo. Time your trip to coincide with a special event, like the
Dutchess County Fair.
Begin your Hudson River Valley getaway here, in Dutchess County! Easy to get to, lots to do, and an abundance of
cultural experiences. Finding fine art – whether it’s classic antiquities or modern masters – is as close as the nearest
museum or art gallery. The
performing arts bring professional music, theater, and dance to historic theaters, outdoor amphitheaters, summer stages, and more.
Begin your Hudson River Valley getaway here, in Dutchess County! Easy to get to, lots to do, and an abundance of
shopping experiences. While you’ll find large
shopping centers with major retailers, you’ll also find
specialty retailers, boutiques,
book stores, art galleries,
antique stores, and even flea markets and consignment shops. Our craft culture facilitates your search for one-of-a-kind treasures including beautifully
hand-blown glass.
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