Hudson River Valley (Lonely Planet Road Trip) Book

Discover a rural paradise at New York City's doorstep! The Hudson River Valley is an enchanting blend of rustic and urbane pleasures. Winding country roads, bucolic farms, rugged mountains and woodsy parks share the landscape with elegant towns, cutting-edge art centers, noted restaurants and opulent manors. Our handy guide covers both sides of the river for a perfect getaway. ? TOUR THE TOWNS - explore romantic Rhinebeck, historic Hyde Park or bohemian Woodstock ? ADMIRE ART - visit innovative museums, view avan-garde architecture and wander through outdoor sculpture gardens ? SLEEP IN STYLE - curl up at a cozy B&B, splurge at an ornate Victorian castle or unwind on a 40-acre horse farm ? BE INSPIRED - breathtaking fall foliage, spectacular gardens, sparkling lakes and snow-dusted mountains ? GET OUTDOORS - top places to hike, bike, climb, ski and kayak ? DIG IN - the tastiest local food, from haute cuisine at the country's top cooking school to flapjacks at an authentic chrome dinerRead More