Sightseeing
It is recommended to order tickets online and in advance. Very few same day tickets, if any, are available and tickets are not sold on site. Heads up- Must show proof of vaccination. Great place to indulge in modern art from the 1960's to current, with rotating exhibits. Plan on a 2 hour visit.
468 locals recommend
Dia:Beacon
3 Beekman StIt is recommended to order tickets online and in advance. Very few same day tickets, if any, are available and tickets are not sold on site. Heads up- Must show proof of vaccination. Great place to indulge in modern art from the 1960's to current, with rotating exhibits. Plan on a 2 hour visit.
Outdoor Activites
TIPS:
There are an endless number of trails hiding in just the Beacon area alone that range from:
EASY- Walking trails with little to no incline or obstacles along the river or to visit ruins
MODERATE- Some difficulty including inclines and some obstacles, includes short or long hikes, safe for the moderately active
DIFFICULT- Please note, difficulty level could be just an intense incline but simple to navigate like Mount. Beacon or Difficult could be hand a foot rock scrambling that could be dangerous without the proper coordination, like Breakneck Ridge.
NOTES: Most trails in the highlands are heavily traveled and parking can fill up quickly. In non winter months it is suggested to start before 9am or after 4pm for less traffic in the lots and on trails.
For help deciding which trails to take:
https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/new-york/hudson-highlands-state-park-preserve
For More information on The State Park:
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/hudsonhighlands/details.aspx
Guided Tours available, please Inquire for a personalized experience.
18 locals recommend
Hudson Highlands State Park
New York 9DTIPS:
There are an endless number of trails hiding in just the Beacon area alone that range from:
EASY- Walking trails with little to no incline or obstacles along the river or to visit ruins
MODERATE- Some difficulty including inclines and some obstacles, includes short or long hikes, safe for the moderately active
DIFFICULT- Please note, difficulty level could be just an intense incline but simple to navigate like Mount. Beacon or Difficult could be hand a foot rock scrambling that could be dangerous without the proper coordination, like Breakneck Ridge.
NOTES: Most trails in the highlands are heavily traveled and parking can fill up quickly. In non winter months it is suggested to start before 9am or after 4pm for less traffic in the lots and on trails.
For help deciding which trails to take:
https://www.alltrails.com/parks/us/new-york/hudson-highlands-state-park-preserve
For More information on The State Park:
https://parks.ny.gov/parks/hudsonhighlands/details.aspx
Guided Tours available, please Inquire for a personalized experience.
Food scene
Reservations recommended to avoid waits. Great Scene, indoor/outdoor seating, fun atmosphere
50 locals recommend
Melzingah Tap House
554 Main StReservations recommended to avoid waits. Great Scene, indoor/outdoor seating, fun atmosphere
EASY, AFFORDABLE and DELICIOUS. Great Fried chicken sandwich, salads and vegetarian options. ALL LOCAL INGREDIENTS and Full BAR
34 locals recommend
Meyer's Olde Dutch Food & Such
184 Main StEASY, AFFORDABLE and DELICIOUS. Great Fried chicken sandwich, salads and vegetarian options. ALL LOCAL INGREDIENTS and Full BAR
Special and consistent! Great for brunch and lunch. Expect a wait unless you show up when they open at 10am (no reservations). Small town atmosphere
34 locals recommend
Beacon Falls Cafe
472 Main StSpecial and consistent! Great for brunch and lunch. Expect a wait unless you show up when they open at 10am (no reservations). Small town atmosphere
Fun place for breakfast, expect a wait. This is a standard breakfast place with quite a few VEGAN options. Fun Brunch COCKTAILS
53 locals recommend
Beacon Bread Company
193-195 Main StFun place for breakfast, expect a wait. This is a standard breakfast place with quite a few VEGAN options. Fun Brunch COCKTAILS
Holy Fried Chicken! Great sandwiches and treats, quality ingredients. Super Fast and Friendly
19 locals recommend
The Beacon Daily
29 Teller AveHoly Fried Chicken! Great sandwiches and treats, quality ingredients. Super Fast and Friendly
Solid Diner food. Quick and Economical. Yankee clipper was built solely to be featured in the movie Nobody's Fool with Paul Newman which was filmed in Beacon. Instead of boarding it up like many other buildings on main street at that time, it was turned into an actual functional business.
18 locals recommend
Yankee Clipper Diner
397 Main StSolid Diner food. Quick and Economical. Yankee clipper was built solely to be featured in the movie Nobody's Fool with Paul Newman which was filmed in Beacon. Instead of boarding it up like many other buildings on main street at that time, it was turned into an actual functional business.
Formerly Beacon Pizza, This family has been making great pizza and pasta in Beacon for over 30 years. Average Italian food, great for families.
39 locals recommend
Brother's Trattoria
465 Main StFormerly Beacon Pizza, This family has been making great pizza and pasta in Beacon for over 30 years. Average Italian food, great for families.
Sal's Pizza & Pasta
1020 Wolcott AveBest Place to get a slice or a pie and yes they deliver.
Leave the Kids at Home
Oh What Fun... Coupe has a variety of champagnes, wines on tap, beer and cider. Vanessa is a Sommelier level 2, with the biggest excitement for wine and champagne I've ever seen. This place is trendy yet quaint and always has something fun going on like food trucks, local collaborations and a pizza window!
Coupe Champagne Bar
2656 East Main StreetOh What Fun... Coupe has a variety of champagnes, wines on tap, beer and cider. Vanessa is a Sommelier level 2, with the biggest excitement for wine and champagne I've ever seen. This place is trendy yet quaint and always has something fun going on like food trucks, local collaborations and a pizza window!
Trendy, small plates, city vibe, great cocktail menu. Wonderbar is also attached and serves story screen the movie theatre . Although you can bring kids in here, it is less of a family friendly establishment but great for socializing with friends.
16 locals recommend
Wonderbar Beacon
449 Main StreetTrendy, small plates, city vibe, great cocktail menu. Wonderbar is also attached and serves story screen the movie theatre . Although you can bring kids in here, it is less of a family friendly establishment but great for socializing with friends.
Vegan Or Gluten Free
Interesting and Delicious! So many options! Amazing baked goods, completely gluten free and mostly vegan
22 locals recommend
Kitchen & Coffee
382 Main StreetInteresting and Delicious! So many options! Amazing baked goods, completely gluten free and mostly vegan
Good Wood-fired pizza and Salads. BEST GLUTEN-FREE Cauliflower crust pizza I've ever had!
15 locals recommend
Enoteca Ama
297 Main StGood Wood-fired pizza and Salads. BEST GLUTEN-FREE Cauliflower crust pizza I've ever had!
The Vegan Stuff
504 Main StreetAMAZING VEGAN ICE CREAM! Located inside Vegetalien. at 504 Main st.
What Else Can I do?
Our perfect little, 3 screen movie theatre serving beer, wine and cocktails along with all of your other favorite movie treats. Previously the Beacon theatre decades ago. They show new releases and occasional throw-backs. For big movie releases definitely book tickets online in advance.
10 locals recommend
Beacon Theatre
445 Main StOur perfect little, 3 screen movie theatre serving beer, wine and cocktails along with all of your other favorite movie treats. Previously the Beacon theatre decades ago. They show new releases and occasional throw-backs. For big movie releases definitely book tickets online in advance.
Who doesn't love a good Drive-in. Obviously Seasonal. Located at the base of Mt. Beacon on the university settlement camp. BIG signs, you can't miss it.
Story Screen Drive-In
18 Wolcott AveWho doesn't love a good Drive-in. Obviously Seasonal. Located at the base of Mt. Beacon on the university settlement camp. BIG signs, you can't miss it.
Cervones E-bikes
332 Fishkill AvenueReserve in advance if you can. Sell outs will happen in warmer season.
Bike Rentals! $30 a day with several different options. There are a lot of serious bikers/Mt. bikers in Beacon also, great place for tips and trail recommendations.
11 locals recommend
Peoples Bicycle
430 Main StBike Rentals! $30 a day with several different options. There are a lot of serious bikers/Mt. bikers in Beacon also, great place for tips and trail recommendations.
Every Sunday 10am-3pm. Great local vendors from surrounding farms including seasonal fruits and vegetables, eggs, grass-fed meats, food truck tables like VEGAN JAMAICAN and the Key Lime pie lady makes the best darn key lime Pie you've ever had! Also incredible local honey, kombucha and an amazing vegan ice-cream bar stand.
46 locals recommend
Beacon Farmers Market
223 Main StEvery Sunday 10am-3pm. Great local vendors from surrounding farms including seasonal fruits and vegetables, eggs, grass-fed meats, food truck tables like VEGAN JAMAICAN and the Key Lime pie lady makes the best darn key lime Pie you've ever had! Also incredible local honey, kombucha and an amazing vegan ice-cream bar stand.