- Our list of the best things to do in Kingston, New York, features the top 191 nearby activities — including 92 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Kingston, NY has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Museums & Galleries, Outdoor Places, Sights & Landmarks, and Entertainment & Shows.
- The results below include the top 22 things to do within the city of Kingston, NY , followed by 169 popular activities in nearby cities, including Poughkeepsie, Saugerties, New Paltz, Hyde Park, Hudson, Rhinebeck, Catskill, Woodstock, Marlboro, Millbrook, Ellenville, Newburgh and Bolton Landing
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Located in Putnam County in Cold Spring, New York, the Putnam History Museum serves as a community resource to preserve the history of the county and the West Point Foundry. Visitors explore the area's history through events and displays.
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Once home to a foundry that produced locomotives, West Point Foundry Preserve is now a nature preserve with several hiking trails that pass by historic structures. There is also a replica water wheel from the Industrial Revolution.
35.3 Miles
Once known as the Putnam County Historical Society and Foundry Museum, the Putnam History Museum maintains a large collection of historical artifacts and memorabilia concerning the area. The museum hosts educational programs and school tours.
35.4 Miles
Built on the grounds of the West Point Foundry, Foundry Dock Park offers a quiet and peaceful ambiance. Thus, it is an ideal spot to watch for birds or to enjoy a casual stroll. Canoeing and kayaking is also welcome.
35.4 Miles
The Stonecrop Gardens, offering colorful scenic views that change with the seasons, are a diverse collection of gardens, waterways and woodlands. The gardens are historic, having been the original home of Anne and Frank Cabot
35.4 Miles
An outfitter for river adventure trips, Hudson River Expeditions offers canoe, paddleboard, and kayak rentals, as well as boats for sale. The company offers instruction in all of these vehicles, as well as guided trips.
35.6 Miles
The elegant Federal period building known as the Boscobel House & Gardens provide guests with a look into the past and enjoy its unique beauty. Tours of the mansion and self-guided walking tours of the gardens and trails are primary attractions along with events like the Shakespeare Festival.
35.7 Miles
Situated on nearly 23,000 acres, the Town of Kent was originally known as Fredericks until it was renamed for the Kent family in 1817. It is a rural region featuring forested areas, rocky mountains, lakes and ponds.
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127 Warren Landing Road, Garrison, NY 10524
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A 270 acre bird and wildlife habitat, Constitution Marsh Audubon Center and Sanctuary provide opportunities for hiking, bird watching, and photography. The center also offers guided tours, canoe trips, and an education center pertaining to the marsh.
36.6 Miles
An eight-screen movie theater, Carmel Cinema 8 displays first-run feature films using all digital projection. The theater provides a concession area with food and drinks along with stadium seating and private event facilities.