Guidebook for Germantown
Parks & Nature
As an iconic artist of the 19th century he started the Hudson River School of painting. His home is a truly personal vision. A Persian castle on a hill where on a clear day you can see for 40 miles.
350 locals recommend
Olana State Historic Site
Olana State Historic SiteAs an iconic artist of the 19th century he started the Hudson River School of painting. His home is a truly personal vision. A Persian castle on a hill where on a clear day you can see for 40 miles.
Sightseeing
This is where it all started with the Livingston Family and Chancellor Livingston. Tour his home and walk the grounds. Enjoy yourself alongside the Hudson River.
68 locals recommend
Clermont State Historic Site
1 Clermont AveThis is where it all started with the Livingston Family and Chancellor Livingston. Tour his home and walk the grounds. Enjoy yourself alongside the Hudson River.
Arts & Culture
They have a festival every summer with many performance over 6 weeks highlighting a composer. There is also the Spiegeltent night club with jazz and Two wonderful museums. The campus features permanently installed sculptures by well known artists. Again a great half day to explore.
72 locals recommend
Bard College
30 Campus RdThey have a festival every summer with many performance over 6 weeks highlighting a composer. There is also the Spiegeltent night club with jazz and Two wonderful museums. The campus features permanently installed sculptures by well known artists. Again a great half day to explore.
Food Scene
Otto's Market
215 Main StOtto is a Whole Foods executive and this is a mini version
Getting Around
To check or sign up for notifications if the train is running late. Generally short haul trains ( those originating in Albany or ending there) are on time. However there is no food service on these trains. Pack a snack and water bottle
63 locals recommend
Rhinecliff Station
455 Rhinecliff RdTo check or sign up for notifications if the train is running late. Generally short haul trains ( those originating in Albany or ending there) are on time. However there is no food service on these trains. Pack a snack and water bottle