Local Area Attractions Near New York City North / Newburgh KOA Holiday

West Point Military Academy

West Point Military Academy

Take an exciting, guided tour of the United States Military Academy at West Point. Tours depart from the Visitor's Center. Learn about the schools importance and role in shaping the history of our country. See tributes to many of America's great leaders, all once cadets at West Point. View one of the most breathtaking vistas in the world, the magnificent Hudson Valley, from a most scenic vantage point. 845-446-4724

Hyde Park:  Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site

Hyde Park: Franklin D. Roosevelt National Historic Site

Take a self-guided tour of the lifelong home of Franklin D. Roosevelt, our country's 32nd President. Visit his grave site and walk through the Rose Garden area. The grounds also include the first Presidential library and museum. View the extensive displays on the lives and accomplishments of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. 845-229-5997 Click here to view the website for the Franklin D Roosevelt National Site.

River Rose Cruises

River Rose Cruises

Come aboard the River Rose, an authentic stern driven Mississippi paddle wheeler and enjoy a breathtaking sightseeing cruise on the majestic Hudson River.  Enjoy a beverage from our full service bar as you relax in the sun with your friends on our spacious upper deck.  Your two hour cruise will head south from Newburgh, and include a narrated tour of historically significant sites such as Bannerman's Island, the Catskill Water Aqueduct, the Village of Cold Spring, World's End and our great military academy at West Point.In addition, you will learn fascinating historical information about the many cities and towns on both banks of the Hudson and how they participated in the glorious history of the Hudson Valley and our great Nation.  Let our Captain and crew make your special day out a memorable one aboard the River Rose!

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Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome

Take a flight back in history to one of the world's largest collections of vintage aircraft and automobiles. (1900-1940) Extensive museum is open daily from mid-May to mid-October, but the best time to visit is on the weekends from mid-June to mid-October. Every Saturday and Sunday at 2 PM you will be delighted with the Aerodrome's own exciting air shows. Watch barnstorming daredevils, a WWI dog fight, or an exhibition of many other historic aircraft. End the day with your own ride in an open air cockpit biplane.845-752-3200.

Wineries

Wineries

The Hudson Valley is fortunate to have a variety of famous and well noted wineries. Among them is Brotherhood Winery - America's Oldest Winery. Wine cellar tours, a gift shop village, and special events are some of their highlights. They are also a member of the Shawangunk Wine Trail. The trail is a directory of many other fine wineries in our area, which should also be visited. They include the following: Adair Vineyard, Applewood Winery, Baldwin Vineyards, Brimstone Hill Vineyards, Rivendell, Warwick Valley Winery, Whitecliff Vineyard and Winery, Brotherhood Winery, Demarest Hill Winery.