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Below you will find some of the highlights of the area. From hiking to shopping, the Hudson
Valley offers an array of activities sure to keep you busy.
Rich in history, natural beauty and historic sites, the
Hudson River Valley is the perfect destination for a day
trip or an extended visit any time of the year. See the
breathtaking views of the Hudson from the Gilded Age
mansions dotting its shores: Montgomery Place,
Wilderstein, Staatsburg to name a few.

Explore the lives and careers of Franklin and Eleanor
Roosevelt while touring their country homes and see the
Roosevelt Library which contains extensive displays and
interactive exhibits.

Follow the Dutchess Wine Trail, a scenic country trail
with stops along the way for tours and tastings at three
of our area's wonderful wineries.

A visit to the world-renowned culinary college, The
Culinary Institute of America, will be a highlight of your
stay. Experience fine dining at five student-staffed
restaurants; tour the college and get a first-hand look at
on-going classes as your guide walks you through a
remarkable facility on the banks of the Hudson.
Only three miles from The Looking Glass is the Center
for Performing Arts, a recently constructed theater
which offers performances throughout the year and
serves as a regular performance venue for local
companies as well as national and international artists.
Plan to see the  Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome
while visiting the Hudson Valley. Just a few
minutes drive from the inn, the Aerodrome
presents antique aeroplanes in their natural
setting and recaptures the excitement of
old-time flying from the period of 1900 to 1940.
Open daily from 10 am to 5 pm May 15 through
Oct. 31. Air shows are held every weekend
from mid-June through mid-October.
From its opening weekend in May and on into
October, The Dutchess County Fairgrounds
hosts an assortment of events from car shows to
the fair itself. Just 2 blocks from the inn, the
Fairgrounds features seasonal juried craft and
antique shows, along with festivals and swap
meets.  Visit their website for a complete
calendar listing.
Minutes away is the  Richard B. Fisher Center for the Performing Arts at Bard College, an
innovatively designed facility that houses two theaters for dance, theater and music productions.
The Fisher Center is the new home of the Bard Music Festival and will play host to companies
from the United States and abroad during Bard SummerScape, a festival of opera, theater and
dance.
For the weekend warrior or outdoor enthusiast, there is much to do in the Hudson Valley. Red
Hook Golf Course provides a beautiful 18-hole course and restaurant. About 10 minutes from the
Inn, this course offers tee time specials and on-line reservations.

Tennis, anyone? Just down the road, Rhinebeck offers a stunning tennis facility. Outdoor and
indoor courts available and beautiful grounds to stroll through. Located near the Center for
Performing Arts, this is a great way to get in some exercise while on vacation.

With the Hudson River so close, this is a great place to sail!  Tivoli Sailing Company offers a wide
menu of sailing options: sail for 2-6 hours, plan a picnic, have champagne at sunset, sail with the
full moon, etc. With Captain Jerome you are free to customize and enjoy.
Things to do, Places to visit