Free & Cheap Things to Do in Hudson Valley, NY

  • The list below includes 160 free or cheap things to do in or near Hudson Valley, New York, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Parks.
  • From A Day Away Kayak Rentals to Ridgeview Stables, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hudson Valley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poughkeepsie, Hyde Park, Beacon and Newburgh.
  • The list below includes 160 free or cheap things to do in or near Hudson Valley, New York, including 78 different types of inexpensive activities like Art Gallery, Movie Theaters, History Museums and Parks.
  • From A Day Away Kayak Rentals to Ridgeview Stables, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Hudson Valley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Poughkeepsie, Hyde Park, Beacon and Newburgh.
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24.2 Miles
78% 360 votes
Art Museum 3 Beekman Street, Beacon, NY 12508 MoreLess Info
Most popularly known for a display by conceptual artist Walter De Maria, the Dia:Beacon art museum highlights unusual, avant garde artistry. The museum also features collections by Andy Warhol, Donald Judd and Richard Serra.
24.2 Miles
88% 24 votes
History Museums Routes 9 & 84, Fishkill, NY 12524 MoreLess Info
Used as officer headquarters during the Revolutionary War, the Van Wyck Homestead Museum is a historic gem in Fishkill. The quaint Dutch colonial home now functions as a historical museum that educates visitors on war times, the towns past and displays colonial artifacts.
24.2 Miles
60% 25 votes
Music Venue 379 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 MoreLess Info
Founded in 1972, The Towne Crier Cafe is a fine-dining restaurant and live musical venue that serves lunch, weekend brunch, and dining. The cafe has a membership program for frequent diners.
24.3 Miles
100% 105 votes
Specialty Museums 250 Lake Street, Newburgh, NY 12550 MoreLess Info
You don't have to be a biker to enjoy your visit to the Motorcyclepedia Museum. This 85,000 square foot museum contains hundreds of bikes from the past and present, and three motordromes where guests can watch a heart-stopping display of riding.
24.3 Miles
80% 10 votes
Historic Sites 50 Van Nydeck Ave., Beacon, NY 12508 MoreLess Info
Those interested in learning the heritage of Beacon, NY and its inhabitants will enjoy touring the Madam Brett Homestead. The historic homestead is an 18th century home that housed seven generations of the Brett family.
24.3 Miles
100% 2 votes
Art Gallery 444 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 MoreLess Info
Described as 'a new art movement for the next generation,' Morphicism is a gallery that features distinctive interactive sliding screens for showcasing works of art. The screens are a unique invention of the gallery's owners.
24.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Cultural Centers 477 Main Street, Beacon, NY 12508 MoreLess Info
New York's Howland Cultural Center is a hub for the artistic community of Beacon. The center features art displayed throughout the historic home and features an iconic red door. It is also available for rent and hosts special events year-round.
24.4 Miles
92% 12 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Trailheads at Pocket Road and Sunnyside Road, Beacon, NY MoreLess Info
Fishkill Ridge is a destination for exploring the Hudson Valley's geological past which showcases rounded boulders and bare summits. Patrons can hike the well-marked trails and walk beside streams, scramble up rocks or view extraordinary birdlife.
24.9 Miles
50% 6 votes
Hiking Trails 370-450 Howland Avenue, Beacon, NY 12508 MoreLess Info
Situated on top of a mountain, Mount Beacon Gateway is a fire tower known for its panoramic views. At the top, visitors can see a picturesque view of the surrounding lakes, hills, and forests.
25.0 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 788 Wolcott Avenue, Beacon, NY 12508 MoreLess Info
Situated on an incline that follows the historic Beacon Incline Railway, Mt. Beacon Park's summit culminates in panoramic views of the Hudson Valley. Visitors can hike, picnic, bird-watch or explore ruins of the railway's powerhouse.
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