Lower Hudson Valley Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Lower Hudson Valley
Where to stay in Lower Hudson Valley
Downtown Albany
Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Hudson River Way and MVP Arena while you're in town.
Colonie
You might appreciate the shopping and restaurants in Colonie, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Colonie Center Mall and Watervliet Shaker National Historic Site are just a few notable stops.
Rhinebeck Village
If you're spending some time in Rhinebeck Village, Dutchess County Fairgrounds and Starr Library are top sights worth seeing.
Northwest Yonkers
While visiting Northwest Yonkers, you might make a stop by sights like Untermyer Gardens Conservancy and Lenoir Preserve.
Getty Square
While visiting Getty Square, you might make a stop by sights like Yonkers Public Library and Old Croton Aqueduct State Park.
Dunwoodie
If you're spending some time in Dunwoodie, Old Croton Aqueduct State Park and Dunwoodie Golf Course are top sights worth seeing.
Royal Regency Hotel
"Clean Room and Staff Were Kind!"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hotel Nyack, a JdV by Hyatt Hotel
"The room had sticky floors, the bathroom was dirty with hair in the shower. The toilet clogged multiple times. I would not recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Yonkers
"Unfortunately the bathroom had a smell of urine. I guess because I booked through 3rd Party I was not made aware that the pool was closed. I asked housekeeping for something the clean but they had nothing."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Micosta Leisure Inn
"The wall clock and microwave clocks were not set. bothered my wife so I had to set them, problem was that the wall clock was high, I suppose I could have used a chair but the chairs were setup to hold our open suitcase. The suitcase stand provided was too short. The microwave took some figuring, ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Luxury 1BR located in Prime Yonkers Area
"C completely misrepresented did not stay there far from a luxury apartment advised to check into a different location no code or communication prior to check in time at 4 PM. Received emails and poor communication after 6:30 PM apartment smelled very musty and like a dead body was inside, extremely ..."
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Dome House Retreat
Popular places to visit
University at Albany
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit University at Albany during your trip to McKownville. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
Bear Mountain State Park
Spend days hiking along mountain trails through dense forests. Explore the park’s zoo, museums and ice skating rink.
Culinary Institute of America
Explore the campus of Culinary Institute of America during your travels in Hyde Park. Wander the area's riverfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
MVP Arena
Enjoy the sounds of some of today’s biggest performing artists or watch an exciting sports event at a stadium in the very heart of Downtown Albany.
Kaaterskill Falls
Explore the great outdoors at Kaaterskill Falls and enjoy the mountain views during your trip to Haines Falls. Wander the riverfront and forests in the area.
Mohonk Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mohonk Lake during your travels in High Falls. Discover the mountain views while you're in the area.
