I could never grow tired of Tinker Street. Have a fair-weather day and looking for an adventure? If…read moreso, this is the heart of Woodstock and it is rich in things to experience. The shops are one-of-a-kind. Looking for the authentic Woodstock vibe? The shops will help you capture that. The flea market is a great experience, as are the local artisans. Shelter is a great place to eat. Strawberry Fields guitar shop is my favorite. A short drive away is the monastery and overlook mountain, both of which are awesome experiences. Check it out!

This street is fabulous! A lot of ma and pa shops with street parking and a municipal parking lot…read morenext to it. With all these type of towns there's always a focal point as to where to go to get the bulk of the stores and this street is it

After finishing up some beers at a local brewery, we searched up "cool things in the…read moreCatskills"...how could we pass up the world's largest kaleidoscope?? My boyfriend and I hopped into our car and head on over. This barn silo turned is part of the Emerson Spa and Resort. The nice part is that if you're not staying at the resort you can see the attraction. To view the exhibit, you need $5 cash. Thankfully the show runs pretty regularly so if you need to run somewhere for cash you can. The viewing room for the kaleidoscope is pretty small. You can either lean against some cushions and stand, or you can lay on the floor. We ended up standing as there was a group of younger kids on the floor already. The gift shop has a lot of cool items in it too so definitely check that out while you're there!!

Fun kitschy roadside attraction with shops around it. The host was very friendly and knowledgeable…read moreon all things kaleidoscopes

Great challenging hike with amazing views. Awesome workout. Ended up doing the long trail that…read morecoconnects w 3 other trails. I believe that day I did 9+miles hike. I wasbeat but the workout and the view was worth it. Definately recommended! But be careful as there are some very narrow and slippery areas

Great open mic nights and amazing espresso martinis. Fun time! Definitely recommend visiting the…read moreLemon Squeeze while you're in NP

If you are a lover of roadside attractions, this sculpture is for you. The drawbacks are parking…read moreand crossing the street. The parking is a short walk away; you cannot park right at the sculpture. As the sculpture is located at a literal fork in several roads, be careful when crossing the street to get to the sculpture.

I was looking up random landmarks on atlas obscura and I came across the Fork in the Road. So my…read moresister and I took a road trip and there it was in its 31 foot steel glory. And believe it or not, this gigantic fork in the road is actually located on a fork in the road... We went when it had just snowed and it made it even shinier and grander.. I recommend reading the story online on how this giant fork came to be. The only down side to visiting this landmark is that there is no designated parking. We parked in front of some houses and then had to run across the street. So please look both ways!

A delightful addition to our trip to the Mac-Hayden Theater from Albany. This couple found the…read moreland, built a house of stone and then sculpted amazing artworks on their property. See photos. Ten dollars per visitor. You can climb into the head but don't go on top!

Another stop on the Taconic tour! We went down the ruddy, muddy, dead-end farm road to find this…read moreplace and unfortch... it was closed for the winter. (It seemed like it was open from the website but there was a handwritten sign that it was closed for now.) We were, however, able to peep the sculptures and pieces that are out by the road and by the entrance to the property. I will def be back in spring so that I can walk the full grounds and enjoy ALL the art in full!

Athens is the capital of Greece. It was also at the heart of Ancient Greece, a powerful…read morecivilization and empire. The city is still dominated by 5th-century BC landmarks, including the Acropolis, a hilltop citadel topped with ancient buildings like the colonnaded Parthenon temple. The Acropolis Museum, along with the National Archaeological Museum, preserves sculptures, vases, jewelry and more from Ancient Greece.

Locals aren't just annoyed, we worry about folks - a 16 year old boy from Brooklyn drowned here…read morethis summer when then hydrologic pressure at the base trapped him under water... and MANY more people have been hurt down there and required EMS rescues. It looks very cool but it is dangerous - as is the parking and hike up Route 23A

HORRIBLE to get parking! Basically there is no specific spot and you have to find your way. Drove…read moreover 2hrs because this place was recommended, saw the people waking for miles.. didn't see any stable water, decided to go back home. We had parked about 12mints away, which was like over an hour walking down, which just seemed dangerous and we did not want to take the chance. On our way driving back down, we saw State Troopers ticketing ALL the cars illegally parked.. (Not against it, but def not what you'd want to walk back to after "having a descent time."). Overall, it's like going on a adventure. As mentioned in comment above, locals just look annoyed by everyone surrounding the area. This should def be more organized. & also, be very cautious with the narrow rows and dangerous curves.

In the summer, I love visiting the Walkway with friends and family. My favorite part is taking in…read morethe landscape throughout the walk and walking alongside others. The park facilities are clean and they offer a trolley service during specific parts of the day (there's a lot of great on-site, signage and information about this and other services). When I visited they had a few little food trucks: I really enjoyed the frozen peach frozen from the Lemon Love truck - the perfect combination of sweet and tart flavor! There's also a lot of of history on the walkway - statues, markers, and small interactive signs create a cool opportunity to learn about the area. For parking on the Ulster County side be prepared to park in spots on the side of the road that are metered or in the general lot. The bridge takes 30 to 40 minutes to walk making it a great morning or afternoon activity!

Disappointed by the Tram Service at Walkway Over the Hudson…read more I visited the Walkway Over the Hudson on a very hot day in August. I have a heart condition, so after arriving, I realized that it was simply too hot for me to safely walk across the walkway. At the entrance, I saw a sign indicating that a tram was available until 3:30 p.m. I was very grateful to see this service and understood it to be an option that would make the walkway accessible to people who may have difficulty walking the entire distance. When the tram arrived, I got on and explained to the volunteers that I was very thankful they offered this service. Unfortunately, about halfway across the walkway, the tram stopped and we were asked whether we wanted to get off there or continue to the end. I explained that I needed to return to the side where I had parked my car. I was very surprised when I was told that the tram would not take me back and that I would have to walk in the extreme heat. I became overheated while trying to make my way back. Given my heart condition, this was a frightening and potentially dangerous situation. I understand that there may be rules and limitations regarding the tram, but those limitations should be made very clear before passengers board. If the tram is not available to return passengers to their starting point, visitors--especially those with mobility or health concerns--should know that before getting on. Unfortunately, because of this experience, I would not recommend the Walkway Over the Hudson to anyone who may have difficulty walking long distances, particularly on a hot day. I hope the organization will reconsider how this service is communicated and operated so that others don't find themselves in the same situation

Kingston, NY - if you like historic neighborhoods or walking tours, this is a nice little day trip…read morein the Hudson Valley. The Stockade district is an eight-block area in uptown Kingston that's the original site of a 17th century Dutch settlement, and still has many preserved stone houses and buildings from those times. I downloaded a map and brochure from the Friends of Historic Kingston's website (fohk.org) and did our own self-guided tour of the 1658 Stockade district. There is also another guide for the Rondout district by the waterfront. FOHK offers guided walking tours on certain days between May-October as well. This part of Kingston is a cute artsy town with some nice restaurants, shops, and cafes, and was lovely to stroll around. There are too many good restaurants to name (Yelp can help you with that!), though Hoffman House is notable for being a tavern set inside a 1679 stone house. I also recommend checking out Rough Draft Bar & Books (a cozy cafe-bookshop with brews both caffeinated and carbonated) and the delightfully eclectic Kingston Consignments. Kids especially will also enjoy visiting the Volunteer Fireman's Hall & Museum! Sadly, it was closed on the day we went even though they were advertised being open, as I gather their hours are rather haphazard.