Boarded homes symbolized a run down town not too long ago, but a revival led by artists, investors, and world famous antique shops have all made Hudson, NY a great place for a weekend getaway. Antique lovers can spend an entire day walking up and down famous Warren St. where they will find countless shops and boutiques. Stop in at Earth Foods for lunch and chances are you will be able to strike up a conversation with a local artist.
Things To Do:
Hudson Opera House
327 Warren St
518-822-1438 www.hudsonoperahouse.org 12-5 every day except holidays
This nonprofit cultural center hosts group art shows, cultural events, and other programs throughout the year. Call or check out the website to see what's going on when you visit Hudson.
Warren Street
Spend an entire day walking up and down Warren St. Antique and art shops line the street giving the shoppers plenty to choose from and appreciate.
Olana
5720 Route 9G South 518-828-0135 www.olana.org
Olana is the perfect place to begin or end a tour of the scenic Hudson River Valley. It is the birthplace of the first school of American Art and is considered to be the most beautiful home built in the Hudson Valley. Take a tour through this estate that overlooks the Hudson River and provides breathtaking views of the Catskill Mountains.
Cedar Grove
The Thomas Cole National Historic Site
218 Spring St.
Catskill, NY
518-943-7465 www.thomascole.org
May-October
Thursday, Friday, Saturday, and Sunday tours available: 10am-4pm
Where to Stay:
Inn at Hudson
317 Allen St
518-822-9322
$200 1st night (Larger Rooms)
$100 each additional night
$100 1st Night (Smaller Rooms)
$75 each additional night www.theinnathudson.com Union Street Guest House
349 Union Street
518-828-0958
$100-$400 www.Unionstreetguesthouse
Union Street Guest House offers three options:
1) Main House 349 Union
2) The Bungalow 323 Union
3) The Brickhouse 345 Union Country Square Bed & Breakfast
251 Allen Street
518-822-9229
$110
446 Warren Street (name of hotel)
518-828-0520
$150 (2 night minimum stay) www.446warrenst.com
Where to Eat:
Lunch
Earth Foods
523 Warren St.
518-822-1396
$20/2 Diners
Dinner
Ca' Mea Restaurant
333 Warren St.
518-822-0005
$80/2 Diners
