I'm not sure how to describe this place. It's unlike any other I've been. That said, if you…read moresculpture, art, history, walking, nature, and how they all intersect, you're going to like Opus 40. Essentially, a man named Harvey Fite single-handledly took over 60 acres of Saugerties and built a giant bluestone sculpture in the center of it. The beauty of the walls, the paths, the pools...it's worth checking out. The scale is incredible when you realize one man did it all himself, including hoisting the 14 foot, 9 ton stone he called FLAME in the center. Opus 40 hosts concerts, nature talks and walks, events, and more at this beautiful, serene space, so check those out. And if you're more inclined, just do what my mom and her friends do often (what I've only done once so far), and walk the grounds and take it all in.

Well worth visiting including the on-site museum. I would say think about the historical context as…read moreto when this was being built.

We did the train robbery excursion. What excitement- a great trip for kids. They provided earplugs…read morefor the fake shots and bombs going off. All the actors were having a blast and so were we. I would love to come back for their BBQ train ride

We came here recently for their "Touch a Train" day and it was a lot of fun…read more Admittedly, any day riding trains is fun but they had a lot going on: FREE train rides on their 12" gauge park train; FREE tour of their station with many model train exhibits; FREE tours inside of a diesel engine including cab with opportunity to ring the bell and activate the brakes; FREE live music; inexpensive food including popcorn (yum); FREE gift bag for the kids with stickers, wooden train whistle, and other things like that; FREE demonstration of a working railroad work crane; $5 caboose train rides up and down part of the line; run the Lionel train layout in the station for a quarter for a couple of laps. They do this once a year, so don't show up anytime and expect to get all of the above. But they are a great little railroad and museum trying to keep up the history of trains in the area. The staff were super friendly too.

We had a great time on our tour at the 1890 house. Our tour guide, Rose was fantastic and very…read moreknowledge about many elements of the house and background of the family who lived a the home prior to it becoming a museum. Definitely recommend this tour.

The house tour was great. We went around Halloween time which added a spooky element. It was…read moreinteresting to learn about Victorian period customs and lifestyles in this region. I highly recommend.

Absolutely worth seeing. Beautiful woodwork and design of a home that started in the late 1800's…read moreand kept developing. Miraculously saved for us to see it today by a women's group in the early 1900's. The tour guide was so helpful and knowledgeable.

Came to Binghamton on a layover and had TONS of time so decided to check this place out. Didn't…read morethink it would be that great but I was wrong. The mansion itself, from the outside, is three stories.....or is it.....and absolutely beautiful on the inside. Lots of great things to look at and take pictures of. I won't post my pictures cause you need to see it for yourself. Tho I'll give you one glance with this pic of myself. The tour guide Amanda was fantastic! She was very knowledgeable and answered all of our questions. The tour lasts an hour and is only $7!! You need to go if you're in Binghamton! Definitely worth it!

What a gem! We visited the area from San Diego and a friend suggested to stop over at the Grant…read moreCottage. This is a great move for any history buff. The home is in the original condition the way President Grant and his family would have experienced it, meticulously maintained by a knowledgeable staff and volunteers. I had a great time and learned a lot. Highly recommend!

My visit to Grant's Cottage was amazing. I learned so much about his last days and how he provided…read morefor his family. The staff and tour guide here are all very informative and friendly. The grounds are well kept and the cottage itself is well preserved. I have no words to describe the breathtaking outdoor overlook. It is not to be missed. Everything within Grant's Cottage is well maintained and you truly feel as if you are brought back to the 1800's. You will enjoy the tour whether you are a history buff or just looking to gain knowledge about President Grant. I highly recommend!!

Historical district was everything that I hoped, for I was on an Ancestry hunt of my ancestors and…read morefound out so much information about my native American Heritage. The stockade historical district society was a big help in my search for my Native American roots. The historical society staff were warm and friendly and so very gracious. I felt like the TV show who do you think you are?

Better than Dallas we must say. Great to walk the town and feel western. Great little shops as well…read morewith all types of cool trinkets. Kids enjoyed the maze, got to see a rodeo it was an awesome time!

We had a wonderful half day tour of the Catskills and Westside of the Hudson Valley with Seth in…read morehis fully restored vintage Land Rover, "Marianne". We drove the winding roads through the scenic mountain towns of Tannersville, Jewett and Windham. After a delicious lunch of authentic Polish food and a stroll in Catskill, Seth brought us to Left Bank Cider for a tasting flight. I don't know if we would have found half the places we visited if we had gone on our own! The Land Rover itself was great. The seats are set up like stadium seating, allowing for unimpaired sightseeing as we drove; our ride was safe, comfortable and smooth. We have never ridden in anything like it before. Heads turned whenever we drove by! What made the tour even better was Seth's knowledge of the area and his ability to tell a great story. Highly recommended.

From the owner: Hudson Valley Rover Tours is the newest and most innovative way to explore the Catskills and Hudson…read moreRiver Valley. From the unique comfort of our fully restored & modernized 1994 Land Rover Defender 110, we weave together the history, architecture, people, vistas, and craft foods & beverages of the region. All of our outings are private excursions. We offer customizable half and full-day tours. Our time is spent with Marianne, our 1994 Land Rover Defender 110. She is a unique combination of restored original with modern upgrades. The Rover is an original left-hand drive vehicle that is powered by a rebuilt 300Tdi engine. Upgraded with air conditioning/enhanced heating, USB ports, individual leather bucket seat and safari style seating, we are able to carry up to eight guests.

I'm so glad we found Tour with Donovan after searching for tours of the wineries in the Hudson…read moreValley. Donovan is awesome. Very professional, listened to what we wanted, then took us to three wineries that were fantastic. Each winery had its own unique character and the wines were spot on, as well the spirits in the last one we went to. Donovan's van was very clean, well air conditioned, and had all the amenities needed to go from one winery to the next. He's very knowledgeable of the area, well prepared, and an all around fun and great guy. He picked us up at our hotel at Marriott Courtyard Poughkeepsie and after the tour dropped us off at the Beacon Train station it really worked out very well. We'll be gathering a group of friends and hopefully do another tour in the fall or before Christmas. For sure we will pick Tour with Donovan again! Thanks Donovan!

My 8 friends and I took a 5 and a half hour tour with Donovan and it was beyond perfect. Donovan…read moreworked with me on planning the entire itinerary and made sure we were visiting wineries I'd never been to before that would fit the type of vibe I was looking for, since I was the birthday girl. Donovan set up each reservation so I had to do nothing but, book my trip with him and when he arrived he even had champagne and bottled water for us! At each stop Donovan made sure that we were treated like royalty. He didn't just drop us off, he got out with us and set us all up comfortably at each winery even going out of his way to get ice for our wine and helping us choose the best reviewed wines at each stop. Then Donovan even took pictures of our group at each stop and then sent them all to me to make sure I had memories of our trip. Donovan's vehicle was clean and well taken care of. All 9 of us fit comfortably with room for a few more. He was so hospitable and so much fun to hang out with on our drive to each stop. He played the music we liked and kept us laughing the entire time. I can't say enough about Donovan. I would definitely recommend him 100%.

You HAVE to bring your kids to this spot. Hanford Mills has things for every age, and they keep…read moreknowledge of past and future energy alive. When you hear that wheel start up, you will feel it in your soul. It is something you will never forget.

Unfortunately this place was closed when we got there as it doesn't open until May like a lot of…read morestuff up in the Catskills. I was angry because I looked online and there was no indication that it wasn't open yet. I give it 3 stars because it looks pretty cool From the outside and the river nearby offered a great distraction for my kids to check out. Hopefully we will be back and get to actually do the tour one day.