Location: New Paltz
Top Things to do in New Paltz
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New Paltz (/ˈnuː ˌpɔːlts/; locally [ˈnupʰɔəɫz]) is a town in Ulster County, New York, United States. The population was 14,003 at the 2010 census. The town is located in the southeastern part of the county and is south of Kingston. New Paltz contains a village also with the name New Paltz. The town is named for Palz (IPA: [ˈpalts]), the dialect name of the Rhenish Palatinate, called Pfalz (IPA: [ˈpfalts] ( listen)) in standard German.
Restaurants in New Paltz
1. DM Weil Gallery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 205 reviews
Available to view Mon - Thurs by appointment. Please call the gallery. At over 3,000 square feet, DM Weil Gallery may be one of the largest modern art galleries in New York's Hudson Valley. Just a short drive from the center of picturesque New Paltz, DM Weil Gallery offers the look and vibe of an exclusive Soho style exhibition space, but with the majestic Shawangunk mountains as a backdrop. The eye-popping abstract creations of acclaimed painter DM Weil -- has been praised by critics and collectors alike, the gallery's mission statement remains, "Why Can't Fine Art Be Fun?".
Reviewed By susannawolk - Albany, United States
Do not miss DM Weil gallery if you are in the New Paltz area! Donna's art is absolutely stunning--vibrant, colorful, joyful, radiating light. Donna works on premises and it is so special to hear her talk about her wonderful art on display. Donna, Sammy, and Ken are so sweet and welcoming, as well as incredibly knowledgeable with regards to both the art and the many printing services they do in house. This was a wonderful place to spend the afternoon, not to mention I picked up the most unique hand-painted overalls!
2. Mohonk Preserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 422 reviews
Mohonk Preserve is the largest private nature preserve in New York. The Preserve protects 8,000 acres of the Shawangunk Ridge and inspires people to care for, enjoy, and explore the natural world. Preserve lands are open sunrise to sunset every day for hiking, climbing, biking, skiing, horseback riding, and nature study. A current membership or day pass is required to access the lands. Admission to the Visitor Center is always free.
Reviewed By UrbanMonkey48 - Langhorne, United States
Aside from the Mohonk Mountain House hotel itself, you can visit as a day guest, pay a fee and enjoy miles of hiking or cross country skiing on beautidul trails that go through the woods and/or cliffs. The scenic biews are spectacular.
3. Historic Huguenot Street
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 372 reviews
At our 10-acre National Historic Landmark District, visitors experience over 300 years of history across seven historic stone-house museums, a reconstructed 1717 French Church, the Huguenot community’s original burying ground, and a replica Esopus Munsee wigwam. Period rooms and exhibits tell the stories of a French Huguenot settlement as it evolved over time, and also reveal the history of the area’s Native and enslaved African peoples and Dutch settlers.Historic Huguenot Street has grown into an innovative museum, chartered as an educational corporation by the University of the State of New York, that is dedicated to protecting our historic buildings, conserving an important collection of artifacts and manuscripts, and promoting the stories of the Huguenot Street families, from the sixteenth century to today.
Reviewed By Pescatar
1700 stone houses, graveyard, small museum, magnificent grounds and trees. Tours available, as well as picnic tables. My dog likes it too
4. Dressel Farms
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 54 reviews
A family-owned and operated fruit farm located in New York's beautiful Hudson Valley. The farmstand is open daily offering seasonal produce, fresh-pressed apple cider, and more. Pick-your-own apples and pumpkins is offered on weekends in September and October. Pick-your-own strawberries is offered on select days in June.
Reviewed By christina319 - Long Island, United States
I was pleasantly surprised to find this Orchard with lots of apples, delicious honey crisp, Gala, golden delicious, Ida red varieties, didnt find any Macintosh left. Go down the hill towards the back to find the Golden delicious. After apple picking, you can walk to the Kettleborough ciderhouse and sample at least 5 different types of Hard cider. They have a real pretty spot with seating overlooking the orchards and mountainside, catch a sunset, just beautiful.
5. The Wallkill Valley Rail Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
Reviewed By Expedition823668
6 mile round-trip easy trail on level ground. Just an FYI, no facilities are available on this trail. We had a very enjoyable hike!
6. Twin Star Orchards
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
We are currently open for outdoor dining, delivery, and pickup Friday-Sunday. Taste our award-winning craft hard cider and our menu offers the best wood-fired pizza outside of Brooklyn (and Naples!), locally-sourced burgers, and fresh-baked cider donuts. Our farmstand offers free cider tastings, cider to-go, and local specialty provisions. We also have a great selection of New York cider, wine, and spirits and pick-your-own “ugly apples” - which will be available later this season.
Reviewed By theRG913 - Delaware, United States
Making our way down the NY Thruway from VT to the Poconos. Needed a break and found this gem outside of New Paltz with quick internet search. The orchard provides apples for Brooklyn Cider and there is a tasting room in the big barn. On the weekends, however, they fire up a grill and a wood oven in the pavilion cooking up burgers and wood fired pizza. $5 for a bottle of cider and $10-15 for a local beef burger or crispy wood oven pizza. Since we couldn't decide, we got both and shared. Had to limit to one cider tho since we were going to be back on the road. Otherwise we'd have stayed the rest of the day. there was a good breeze and a three piece band playing some solid bluesy rock tunes.
7. Jenkins Lueken Orchards
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 29 reviews
Reviewed By Albany_Wayfarer - Albany, United States
I have been eating their apples, especially their Northern Spies, and loving their cider for longer than I care to calculate... Fabulous apples ... and stunning cider. As the season lengthens, the apple varieties go from sweet to complex, crisp, and tart. Jenkins Lueken Orchards presses the consistently, most wonderful cider. Transitioning through the autumn, It actually displays a genuine bouquet, when freshly opened. Try to arrive early, as they often run out later in the afternoon.
8. P and G's Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
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