Location: Rosendale
Top Things to do in Rosendale
- 1. Perrine's Bridge
- 2. Baldwin Vineyards
- 3. Woodstock Farm Sanctuary
- 4. Kingston Uptown Historic District
- 5. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum
- 6. Headless Horseman Hayrides
- 7. Wilderstein Historic Site
- 8. Staatsburgh State Historic Site / Mills Mansion
- 9. Alpine Endeavors
- 10. Wired Gallery
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The 10 Best Things to Do in Rosendale, United States
Rosendale is a town in the center of Ulster County, New York, United States. It once contained a village of the same name, which was dissolved through a vote. The population was 6,075 at the 2010 census.
Restaurants in Rosendale
1. Perrine's Bridge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Debra S - Lehigh, Florida
We'll maintained covered bridge, over 150 yrs old. It is the 2 nd oldest covered bridge in NY state, and is the only remaining Burr Arch Truss design remaining in the state.
2. Baldwin Vineyards
Overall Ratings
4 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By A S - Kent, Connecticut
We did the chocolate, strawberry, and wine tasting for $12. We got to taste 14 wines (included one slushie), got a brownie, pound cake with strawberries soaked in their strawberry wine, and a chocolate-covered strawberry. Delicious.
Greg served us, and many others, as they were short on a bartender. Even though he was busy, he still talked to us and never forgot about us. I was quite fond of some of the wines, and we bought two bottles. We would have stayed for a glass, but we had other wineries to visit.
3. Woodstock Farm Sanctuary
Overall Ratings
5 based on 52 reviews
Frolic with the goats and sheep, give a pig a belly rub, pet a Turkey and learn more about these friendly animals who have been given a second chance at life. $10 adults, $5 kids/seniors, Toddlers free. Become a member for $30 individual/$50 family to visit all season for free! WFAS is a 501(c)3 charitable organization.
Reviewed By Angela C - New Jersey
This was our first time visiting Woodstock Farm Sanctuary in their new location. Each visit has been equally wonderful.
This visit was during the Halloween event, HalloWoodstock. The event was great. Well worth the 3 1/2 hour drive each way for us!
It's so nice to see the animals who reside there getting a second chance and living the life that every animal should live. Such a wonderful place. We are looking forward to our next trip.
4. Kingston Uptown Historic District
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 142 reviews
Reviewed By julie248 - New York, NY
I don't know that I would go out of my way to visit, but if you're in the area and would like a break from driving, this is a pleasant stop. There are a few square blocks of old storefronts that have charming shops and cafes in them, plus old historic buildings (a Dutch church, and old homes) you can look into.
5. Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Historic site features the home and estate of Franklin D. Roosevelt, Springwood, and the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, the only Presidential Library used by a sitting president. It was conceived and built under President Roosevelt's direction and opened to the public in 1941.The Library's mission is to foster research and education on the life and times of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt, and their continuing impact on contemporary life. Our work is carried out by four major areas: Archives, Museum, Education and Public Programs.
Reviewed By MikeyBoy12804 - Queensbury, New York
FDR looms large in 20th Century history and this is a great place to see how he and his family lived away from Washington DC.
6. Headless Horseman Hayrides
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses is located in Ulster Park, NY, part of the Historic Haunted Hudson Valley. The 250 year-old farm incorporates over sixty -five acres of naturally landscaped property including woods, ponds, fruit orchards and more. Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses is a unique, immersive experience with a theme that changes each Halloween season. Featuring a theatrical one-mile hayride, a corn maze, and 7 haunted attractions: The Lunar Motel, Glutton's Diner & Slaughter House, The Horseman’s Tomb Dark Harvest Corn Maze, Night Shade Nursery & Greenhouse, Dr. Dark's Black Spider Circus Sideshow, The Feeding presents “The Pain Killer” Two Raven’s Manor, and Magic-illusion side show. In addition, the creators of Headless Horseman Hayrides and Haunted Houses are proud to present a new concept of interactive, immersive entertainment. A real life escape experience "Headless Horseman Escape Rooms" - a first for the Historic Hudson Valley.
Reviewed By ken k - Millstone, New Jersey
We arrived early. First customer in the lot. My first impression was ; it's a very clean and well organized place. The staff were all exceptionally well trained and friendly. Ticket redemption was quick and easy. After a brief but thorough security check, you enter a small but lovely farm village. A few shops , desert stores and food truck.
Very nice. They call out a time schedule for the hayride. 7:15 we where. The wagon ride was very well done. Very professional. The actors and exhibits were all excellent. Not as scary as other such as Bates Motel or Creamy Acres... But it was first class all the way. After about 20 minutes, the tractor drops you off at the Luna Motel. From this point onward, you walk. All the attractions were great. The actors are outstanding.. Some of the scares are really life like...
My only suggestions would be to turn up the scares. Add some more frights. Overall this place must be one of the best and cleanest Halloween Hayrides in the nation. It runs as good as Disney. Or does Disney run as good as the Horseman??? Either way, the Headless Horseman is really terrific.
7. Wilderstein Historic Site
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 117 reviews
Wilderstein Historic Site, with its exquisite Queen Anne mansion and Calvert Vaux designed landscape, is widely regarded as one of the Hudson Valley’s most important examples of Victorian architecture. The estate was the home of Margaret (Daisy) Suckley, whose extraordinarily close relationship with Franklin Delano Roosevelt has been well-chronicled and is the subject of much interest. Wilderstein’s guided tour includes the elaborate 1888 interiors of the first floor of the mansion, the exterior architecture, landscape, annual exhibition, and video. The regular season for guided tours is May through October. In addition, the mansion is open and decorated for the holidays from Thanksgiving weekend until the end of December.There is also a network of hiking trails on the property, special events throughout the year, a gift shop, and spectacular Hudson River views.
Reviewed By orientsailor - New York City, New York
On Sunday we visited the Wilderstein Historic site, the home of the Stuckley family, who are probably best known for Daisy Stuckley, who was an "assistant" and dog sitter for neighbor and cousin, Franklin D. Roosevelt. Margaret, aka Daisy, appears in the welcome video as a patrician 95 year old who has bequeathed her home to the Wilderstein not-for-profit, but still lives in the turn of the century mansion. The tour of this ornate home is limited to the first floor and Olmstead Vaux grounds overlooking the Hudson River. Our tour guide, Doris, was very knowledgeable about the house and the Stuckley family. Besides the Tiffany decor and dark wood interiors, perhaps the most interesting aspect of the tour was the connection to WWI and the service of Henry Stuckley, Daisy's sibling who won the Croix de Guerre and Legion of Honor before being killed at the end of the war. The grand Hudson Valley Bracketed house marks the apex of the Stuckley family, when there was wealth and the promise of 7 children. The spare and decidedly unfancy kitchen, where Daisy lived as a elderly woman without means, represents how the family ended up at the close of the 20th c.
8. Staatsburgh State Historic Site / Mills Mansion
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 98 reviews
The mansion is beautiful, but the real appeal is in the hundreds of acres overlooking the Hudson River.
Reviewed By Gloria G - New York City, New York
A pleasant tour filled with historical and social information about the Livingston Mills family, the mansion, and the social life in the Hudson Valley during Gilded Age. Lovely and huge grounds with walking paths. House tours start at 11 and last about 90 minutes. Excellent docent, Carol, knew her stuff.
House, as all of these older places, is in constant stage of very expensive maintenance. Definitely worth visiting.
9. Alpine Endeavors
Overall Ratings
5 based on 5 reviews
Reviewed By Alice K - Arlington, Virginia
Exceptional company! Met friendly faces on time, got geared up properly, and immediately started our adventure. Some of us already had a bit of climbing exeperience and the guides really tailored their instruction to each person. We were a five person group and the company gave us two guides. This allowed more opportunitites to climb and greater focus on each participant. Everyone felt safe and directed. You could really feel each guides passion for the sport and witness their level of experience. To top it off both guides were so friendly, funny, and super cute ;)
10. Wired Gallery
Overall Ratings
5 based on 33 reviews
Wired Gallery shows works by mid-Hudson Valley artists. It was named "one of Ulster County's most high-profile, prolific sources of quality art exhibitions" by Almanac Weekly (10/24/13).
Reviewed By arockefellerview - Atlanta, Georgia
Attended an opening here for a curated group art exhibition. Proprietor Sevan, graciously greeted each visitor at the vestibule.
Bright and cheery in an early 19th Century home with flower & sculpture garden.
Unique art available from $50. Quite a few items offered under $350. Others Under $3000.
Small parking area in front of home/gallery.
Walking distance a block from the historic Erie Canal dock village of High Falls, NY.
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