Ok...I really don't know where exactly this is, but if you are going north toward Bear Mountain on…read morethe Palisades Interstate Parkway (if you cross the GWB go towards NJ and you'll see a sign toward the PIP..you'll start at exit 2 so keep goin!), you cannot miss this sign. Its the only "visitor center" posted on some wood or something on that parkway. I know I shouldn't share this with random readers, but I have to explain it for you guys to understand why I reviewed it. I have a weird thing for rest stops and 24/7 gas stations no matter where it is. I have no idea why. Maybe its b/c time seems to fall back at rest stops, or the fact that you stop there in transit and it becomes a community of drivers in one, creepy location. Whatever the reason, I love stopping at these places. So anyone as odd as myself, I had to share. Okay this is no ordinary rest stop. First, if you need to use the john don't bother going here b/c they have port-a-pottys and they do not smell "potty". This is for the sheer enjoyment of going to a random linkin log place in the middle of Rockland County, and saying "hey, I could use a shiny rock." Also, this place closes early. I think 6. Alright so there is the most RANDOM load of fun filled crap here. It's like a local street fair from 1987 threw up here and nobody bothered to clean it up. Finger traps, rock shiners, an assortment of rocks, camoflage toilet paper on a ROLL, candy that belongs in a museum..It's awesome here. It's bizarre and so creepy, but it was friggin super. I think I even bought a couple of rocks (I'm a science nut; what do you want from me?). Anyway, everytime I pass that place I feel like I'm hitting the twilight zone because it sure as hell isn't 2007 over at that joint. CHECK IT OUT!!!!!!

We used to drive past this alllllllll the freakin time (and stop there too) when we had a summer…read moreplace and we had to get over Bear Mountain (for some reason always reminds of the song, The Bear Went Over the Mountain) to get to it. Convenient spot for bathrooms. Notice I said convenient, not clean or good. And odd info abounds.

Where you get bus tours or asks information, they accept cash only! They instruct you where the atm…read moreis. Clean restroom, spacious lobby, beautiful vista on hudson lake. See images for reference.

From the owner: The Frederic V. Malek West Point Visitors Center provides an excellent starting point for all…read morevisitors to the U.S. Military Academy. It is home to West Point Tours , the Visitors Control Center, Army West Point Gift Shop, and next door to the West Point Museum . This is where visitors requiring access to West Point and not taking a guided tour can go to get their Local Access Cards.

Central Park is one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited. The paved trails, stunning…read morelandscapes, bridges, lakes, and hidden corners make it feel like an escape from life, even though you're surrounded by the city. I've visited parks all over the country and found little pieces here and there that remind me of Central Park, but nothing has ever come close to its beauty, magnificence, and magic. If I could afford it, I would happily live right next door and spend my days wandering its paths. It is more than just a city park, it's an experience, and it's one of those places to visit once in a lifetime.

Central Park I love…read morenature and all its beauty. I also love cinema. Walking around this park, I felt a mixture of serenity and familiarity. The conservationists are doing a lovely job of keeping the park clean, vibrant, and beautiful. I was pleasantly surprised by the lakes; I didn't expect to see them in the middle of a bustling and stereotypically rigid NYC. The park was full of families enjoying a day out, kids playing games, lovers taking a stroll, tourists using up all of their iCloud storage, fitness fanatics getting in their workouts, musicians sharing their talents with the world, readers who found a quiet place away from all of the aforementioned, and people watchers, like me. There is plenty of space for everyone here. Even though I've been to NYC multiple times in my life, I don't recall ever coming to Central Park. The familiarity comes from all of the movies, TV shows, commercials, and even social media pictures and videos that have featured the beauty of this park as a backdrop. (John Wick, is that you??) Yet make no mistake. This gem, a mixture of GOD's masterpiece and the works of man, is no mere supporting actor. Central Park gives main character energy, which is central to its plot of allure.

Spend an hour or 3 or 4 :) what a gem! Walking hiking…read morebirding is fantastic especially at dawn and dusk!

This place is awesome. So serene and peaceful. It is easy to get to and well marked with signage…read more It is also known as the Great Swamp Visitors Center. They have a huge parking lot and it was so easy to park there. They have a pavilion on with picnic tables, two small educational trails behind the pavilion (less than 1/2 a mile each) and a larger trail (White Oak Trail) directly across the street. The trails are nice and very calming. They have benches along the route where you can take a break. I really liked the White Oak Trail, but all of them are really good for walking, as a more scenic alternative to walking on a track. All of those trails are circular-ish, meaning you will end up where you started, so there is no need to turn around. They are also pretty well maintained, especially considering that we are in the middle of a pandemic. Word to the wise. Don't forget your bug spray. They are not too bad and I survived without it, but it is one less thing to worry about. During the pandemic the visitor center and the restrooms are closed but this place is still awesome.

Always wondered where people got those super close views of the George Washington Bridge in their…read morereels, and finally found this place! People might get confused by the two names--Palisades Interstate Park and Fort Lee Historic Park--but it's the same location. Parking is metered, and the rates vary by day. On weekends, it's around $2.50/hour. We spent almost 2 hours here, and it was totally worth it. The park is very clean and well maintained. There are several viewpoints where you can enjoy beautiful views of the George Washington Bridge and the Hudson River. There are also a few historical displays that tell the story of the area, which makes the visit even more interesting. There are plenty of benches to sit, relax, and enjoy the scenery. It was peaceful and not too crowded when we visited. On the other side of the park, you'll find old cannons, restored military buildings, and other historic structures from the Revolutionary War period. The views from that side are just as amazing. Overall, it's a great place to spend a couple of hours if you're visiting the Palisades.

Gorgeous park. I biked here from Bushwick Brooklyn and it was worth the soreness! Absolutely…read moreincredible views of the Hudson River. What a peaceful place to bird watch, relax and get some fresh air. Reading about the history of the site really makes being present on the same land feel quite significant.

While driving through Oyster Bay, I kept seeing signs to Sagamore Hill. Quite honestly, I didn't…read moreknow what it was, but given our curious minds, my daughter continued driving to follow the signs up to Sagamore Hill. Turns out, it was the home of 26th President, Theodore Roosevelt, from 1885 until his death in 1919. The house and its surrounding farmland became the primary residence of Theodore and Edith Roosevelt for the rest of their lives. Sagamore Hill became known as the "Summer White House" during the seven summers (1902-1908) Roosevelt spent there as President. Turns out, Sagamore Hill is also an animal preserve, too. "Teddy," being quite the lover of animals, stated that forever and ever, animals are ALWAYS welcome on his 83 acres of property. Yours, mine, anybody's. FOREVER. That is a really cool thing. Sadly, we arrived after 5 p.m., so the buildings were closed, but there were plenty of things to see outdoors. Beautiful, well kept grounds. Next time I'm in town, especially if my husband is around, we'll return, and maybe within the hours to see the interior of his house. Too bad our little doggies won't be. They'd love it here !!

We chose not to take the house tour since my friends and I are not impressed by flagrant rabid…read moreanimal blood lust, big sticks and what not... and we had just missed it and didn't feel like waiting around for the next one. So instead we spend the days as gentiles, perusing the free museum, strolling the nature trail and splashing around in the private Roosevelt beach at Cold Spring Harbor... nobody got naked... you can't prove it... and it was only for like five seconds... There are also domestic turkeys poking around... and those suckers sure can run if you try to chase them, which we did... all in all a pretty fun day!

The Dairy in Central Park is a old building which has been restored and converted into a gift shop…read more The old world architecture is cool to view, but the items for sale are way overpriced. If you're a tourist that is probably their target to spend wads if cash here looking for a souvenir. Otherwise, stop in to pick up a free park map and take in some cold AC on a hot day. No bathroom here.

Very neat old building. I stopped in to get a map and left with a souvenir! The staff were friendly…read moreand informative.

I've been here many times and each time I'm fascinated. Absolutely loved the Pezidential search!!!…read moreGreat way to get us to Look at everything and truly see things!! Love the history, variety of Pez and dispensers available. The sour Pez intrigued me and I had to try them, YUM!!

After seeing the Pez visitor center featured on CBS Sunday morning, I knew I had to visit the next…read moretime I was in Connecticut. The visitor center/museum/store is quite small. The first floor has a lot of older has dispensers, character, dispensers, sports and animal dispensers as well as international dispensers. On the lobby wall you will see a display of 792 Pez dispensers. The gift shop is also on the first floor along with the world's largest Pez dispenser. There is a cute photo where you put your head on top of a pest dispenser. A Pez themed chopper built by Orange County choppers is on the second floor. We were given a Pezz bingo card when we entered, we needed to locate specific pest dispensers. With a completed bingo card you could spin the wheel and get a dispenser. Admission for kids 3-12 & seniors is $4 while adults are $5. You get two dollars back to spend in the store. There is plenty of parking in their lot.

Following the economical trend like most others, Tully Travel has transitioned to online services…read moreonly. No more brick and mortar for this travel agency. The End.

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