Location: Tarrytown
Top Things to do in Tarrytown
Top 10 Things to do in Tarrytown, New York (NY)
Tarrytown is a village in the town of Greenburgh in Westchester County, New York, United States. It is located on the eastern bank of the Hudson River, about 25 miles (40 km) north of midtown Manhattan in New York City, and is served by a stop on the Metro-North Hudson Line. To the north of Tarrytown is the village of Sleepy Hollow (formerly "North Tarrytown"), to the south the village of Irvington and to the east unincorporated parts of Greenburgh. The Tappan Zee Bridge crosses the Hudson at Tarrytown, carrying the New York State Thruway (Interstates 87 and 287) to South Nyack, Rockland County and points in Upstate New York. The population was 11,277 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Tarrytown
1. Westchester RiverWalk
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 6 reviews
Reviewed By cotravelguru - Denver, United States
This a pretty trail that parallels the Hudson River and ultimately leads to the lighthouse an Kingsland Park. The summer is the best time to walk, as winter can render the path icy and uneven. Dogs are allowed on the path
2. Ona
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By irener435
Loved this little shop in Tarrytown. Everything is handmade (well almost) and made in different parts of the world. The owner of the shop is a very nice and helpful lady, highly recommend stopping by if you are visiting Tarrytown or of you live there.
3. Lyndhurst
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 543 reviews
Lyndhurst mansion is closed but the grounds are open! Daily Grounds Passes are available through December 20th. Overlooking the Hudson River in Tarrytown, New York, is Lyndhurst, one of America’s finest Gothic Revival mansions. Designed in 1838 by Alexander Jackson Davis, its architectural brilliance is complemented by the park-like landscape of the estate and a comprehensive collection of original decorative arts. Its noteworthy occupants included: former New York City mayor William Paulding, merchant George Merritt, and railroad tycoon Jay Gould. Lyndhurst is a site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
Reviewed By an0nym0us9999 - Memphis, United States
Lyndhurst was a dream estate built by Mr. Pauling that was sold to Jay Gould that overlooked the Hudson River. During Halloween, the house was decorated with Halloween decorations that took away from the overall historic feel of the house but was entertaining. I took the tour of the house it lasted about an hour and a half and get a good look at the furniture that was in the house during Jay Gould’s life. The house itself wasn’t anything extremely impressive. The most memorial piece of information about the estate for me was that the TV series, Dark Shadows, was filmed at Lyndhurst, and Barnabas’ and Angelique’s paintings from the TV series were displayed in one of the rooms. The house was built in a gothic revival style where ever door, window, room, furniture and et cetera had a parallel matching accompaniment. It was a enjoyable historic site to explore.
4. Patriot's Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 20 reviews
5. Sunnyside
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 196 reviews
Reviewed By JohnK3353 - Brooklyn, United States
A walking tour of Irving's home, full of fascinating tidbits (via the tour guide) from the life of a literary Master. So interesting to see the scale of everything - people were definitely shorter and smaller than we are now. And the large surrounding property is beautiful and visitors are encouraged to roam about, and take in the dazzling view of the Hudson River. Great little gift shop, too. This is where it all began - Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman, written right here. Especially fun to visit during Halloween season, with the town of Sleepy Hollow just a stone's throw away.
6. Pierson Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 58 reviews
Reviewed By honestmommom
Go at sunset, bring chairs and food basket, sit on benches if u can face the bridge, between light house and boat docks , At sunset the bridge lights up,
7. Scenic Hudson RiverWalk Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By YayeMama - Maplewood, United States
I wasn't sure what to expect of the scenic Hudson Riverwalk, which comprises 31+ miles along the shoreline from Tarrytown up. The path is paved and is right next to the water, from which you can see the new Tappan Zee bridge, a muted view of the Manhattan skyline, shrubs and flowers growing along the water and New Jersey across the river. I'd say the views were phenomenal, even on this cloudy day! We walked all the way to the Lighthouse which was not open although you can walk across a small bridge to the Lighthouse, which looked to be quite old but in good condition. We continued our walk to another park from where it was hard to find the continuing path along the water, so we just walked back through suburbia. Loved the area, people were friendly - lots of dog walkers and joggers. Would love to return one evening.
8. Sleepy Hollow
9. Governor Mario M. Cuomo Bridge
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 256 reviews
Reviewed By dese2 - Auburn, United States
I have croassed this bridge and used the old one, The Tappen Zee. The name was changed to honor Governor Mario M Cuomo. There is a toll to enter but when you leave there is no charge. You use auto pay with transponder or by mail. No toll booths anymore. The new bridge is very impressive and as you travel into Westchester, as you cross the Hudson River, you might catch sight of Manhattan or a train along the water's edge. If you look north you might see the Tarrytown Light House standing guard too. Traffic is heavy, or has been every time I've crossed, even with the expanded lanes. There is usually a showdown on the Rockland side at Nyack and at Exit 9, Tarrytown. Just enjoy the ride and don't try to compete.
10. The Tarrytown Lighthouse
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 67 reviews
Southern-most of the 8 Hudson River live-in lighthouses.
Reviewed By Jemlnlx - Bronx, United States
Lovely little lighthouse with some awesome views of the Tappan Zee (Mario Cuomo) Bridge. Access to the lighthouse itself is currently closed but there a walkway from the Kingsland Point County Park that you can take there. Right now they have a community project there with a long mural wall of art along the waterside. It is quite lovely.
