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Activities
Experience West Point and the surrounding Orange County, NY
Things to Do
West Point
Situated directly on the grounds of the hallowed Academy, our West Point Military Academy hotel offers a grand gateway to one of our country’s most historic and important sights. West Point tours provide a thrilling experience for groups of all ages as you trace the footsteps of famous military heroes from the past and present. Learn the story of West Point’s origins and its role in the Revolutionary War, along with stories about graduates who shaped our nation. Immerse yourself in the cadet experience and hear about West Point’s continuing role in training the leaders of tomorrow.
The Toy Soldier Gallery
Located just outside the Main Gate, the Toy Soldier Gallery is the World's premier store for toy soldiers. Huge range of metal and plastic toy soldiers.
Brotherhood Winery, Washingtonville, NY, Brotherhood's famous winery tours are memorable for all, whether you are an experienced oenophiile or a casual wine-lover. Led by one of our distinguished tour guides, you'll enjoy a journey through history that ends with the sensory. Walking through our cavernous underground cellars, you'll hear about our 170 years of continuous winemaking heritage, you'll learn about winemaking, barrel ageing and sparkling wine methods, and you'll end your tour in our spacious tasting room.
Crawford House, Newburgh, New York, built in 1830, the house is modeled after English country homes of the Palladian tradition. Enjoy spectacular views of Newburgh Bay. Open Sundays, June through October. For more information, call (845) 561-2585.
Historic Warwick Village, Warwick, New York, specialty shops, antiques, art galleries, and historic houses including Baird's Tavern, Shingle House, 1810 House, Ketchum House, and the Old School Baptist Meeting House. For more information, call (845) 986-2720.
New Windsor Cantonment State Historic Site - New Windsor, New York, final encampment of Washington's Army. Visitors Center, exhibits; living history, blacksmithing, musket and artillery demonstrations daily. Groups by appointment. For more information call (845) 561-1765.
The National Purple Heart Hall of Honor commemorates the extraordinary sacrifices of America's servicemen and servicewomen who were killed or wounded in combat. The mission of the Hall of Honor is to collect and preserve the stories of Purple Heart recipients from all branches of service and across generations to ensure that all recipients are represented.
Washington's Headquarters State Historic Site, Newburgh, NY, General George Washington's longest stay at a Revolutionary War headquarters occurred in Newburgh (1782-83) at the Hasbrouck family's Dutch-style stone farmhouse. Adjacent museum features orientation video and galleries on the Continental Army's activities in the Hudson Valley. For more information call (845) 561-1195.
Restaurants & Food Options
On Wednesday night, it will be dinner on your own. The off-conference site eateries -- which line Main Street beginning just south of Thayer Gate -- feature low prices, "home cooking" and an eat, drink and beat Navy ambiance. Try the South Gate Tavern, Schade's Restaurant , Park Restaurant, or Benny Havens Pub & Restaurant.
Food Options in Walking Distance on Main Street
South Gate Tavern and Restaurant*
509 Main Street, 845-446-8747 - This friendly, family run Irish pub is right outside of the south gate to West Point. Local memorabilia adorns the walls, good food is on the menu and great beers on tap!
Tony's Restaurant and Pizza
This local joint are steps from the South Gate to West Point and serves up pizza, subs, and sandwiches.
Paradise Bar & Espresso Cafe
Wind down at this trendy cafe as they serve up cocktails, coffee and espresso.
Fenders
467 Main St. - This classic American eatery has a lot of charm and great American classic food. Enjoy classic Americana while sitting at tables lined with red and white picnic style table coverings. Don't forget the Cherry Coke!
Schade's Deli & Restaurant*
457 Main St, (845) 446-2626 - Across from the West Point Visitor's Center. Informal dining with an extensive menu. Try their homemade pizza's, or choose from a variety of Italian or American dishes.
Park Restaurant*
451 Main St., (845) 446-8709 -
The Park Restaurant is just three blocks away from West Point. The menu features eclectic fare served in a friendly environment. For a light meal, opt for a spinach salad or one of the cold salad platters. Sandwich options include burgers, wraps, deli selections and hot open sandwiches. Entrees include shrimp scampi, lemon pepper swordfish, Salisbury steak, smothered chicken and homemade lasagna. Finish your meal with a peanut butter pie or bread pudding.
Highland Falls Market
477 Main St. - Super Hero's aren't born - We make 'em fresh daily! Come on in for the best sandwiches and subs around. We have hot sandwiches, fried chicken, burgers, wraps, seafood, and even a Lite menu.
Dong Fong Restaurant
433 Main St, (845) 446-0763 - Chinese buffet
Food Options Nearby
Benny Havens Pub & Restaurant*
293 Main St, (914) 446-9041 - A sports bar named after the wildly popular (with the cadets, not the administrators) 19th-century tavern keeper "responsible" for Cadet Edgar Allan Poe's dismissal in 1831.
Hacienda Restaurant
145 Main St, (845) 446-0406, Mexican
Brothers Pizza
233 Main St., (845) 446-4988
Sushi King
323 Main St., (845) 446-1458, Sushi Bar. The kimchi chi ge (kimchi soup with tofu &small slices of pork) is as authentic and delicious as any available in Seoul.
Kings Garden Chinese Restaurant
154 Main St., (845) 446-2922
Andy's Restaurant
281 Main St., (845) 446-8736
Two booths for two, and a counter seating about 15 does not make this the 'Ritz', or even a party center. But, the food is GOOD, and Andy's humor may leave you in stitches! It's near the end of town, and the cadets who eat there swear the walk is worth it!
*Recommended
Shopping
Woodbury Common Premium Outlets, Central Valley, NY, join shoppers from all over the world browsing brick-lined courtyards with the Hudson Highlands serving as the backdrop. For further information please call 845-928-4000.
Galleria at Crystal Run, Middletown, New York, experience Middletown's premier shopping and entertainment center, with more than 140 specialty stores, restaurants, cinemas and services. Call (845) 692-8883 for more information.
Newburgh Mall, Newburgh, New York, visit this expansive regional indoor shopping mall in eastern Orange County with more than 65 stores. For more information, call (845) 564-1400.
Sugar Loaf Crafts Village, Sugar Loaf, New York, find the perfect memento of your Hudson Valley trip at this historic village where resident craftsmen and artists demonstrate and sell their works. For more information. Call (845) 469-9181.
