Tarrytown Travel Guide

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Tarrytown
Visit a riverside town that inspired two great pieces of early 19th-century literature. Tour historic homes and learn about an important event in American history.

Enjoy a trip to Tarrytown, a small village on the eastern bank of the Hudson River with a lot of history. Learn about the inspiration behind two literary masterpieces and visit the site of a significant event in the American War of Independence.

Tarrytown is a good place to come to explore literary and actual history. Start with a visit to Sunnyside, the former home of Washington Irving. The beloved American author penned The Legend of Sleepy Hollow and Rip Van Winkle, both of which are set in the area. Costumed guides take you through the mansion and give you insights into Irving’s life.

The village of Sleepy Hollow, namesake of Washington Irving’s short story, is less than a mile up the road. Originally called North Tarrytown, its name was changed to honor the famous literary work.

Lyndhurst is another iconic mansion, a Gothic Revival country house that belonged to railroad baron Jay Gould. Take a tour of its rooms, which are filled with period furniture, antiques and art.

As you make our way round Tarrytown, stop by Patriot Park to see the famous Captor’s Monument. It marks the spot where three Patriots captured British spy John André during the American War of Independence. This is also where Ichabod Crane first encounters the Headless Horseman in The Legend of Sleepy Hollow.

At night, dine in a downtown restaurant and catch a play, concert or movie at Tarrytown Music Hall. This theater has been hosting cultural events since 1885 and it is one of the few remaining theaters in the country to have been built before 1900.

Tarrytown is a pretty riverside town with a lot of history, just 30 miles (48 kilometers) north of New York City. You can easily get to Tarrytown via the Metro-North train line. If you drive from the Big Apple, your route will take you across the Tappan Zee Bridge, which spans the Hudson River in Tarrytown.

Tarrytown House Estate on the Hudson
Tarrytown House Estate on the Hudson
3.5 out of 5
49 E Sunnyside Lane, Tarrytown, NY
The price is NZ$297 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$297
per night
27 May - 28 May
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"It was the perfect place for a retreat. The grounds are beautiful, well kept, and absolutely peaceful. The staff is courteous, friendly, and quicj to respond if needed."

Reviewed on 20 May 2024

Tarrytown House Estate on the Hudson
Westchester Marriott
Westchester Marriott
3.5 out of 5
670 White Plains Rd, Tarrytown, NY
The price is NZ$349 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$349
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
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9/10 Wonderful! (53 reviews)
"Marriott Westchester is a lovely hotel. The rooms are excellent. The infinity shower, tea tree body wash, and the soft beds. I did not want to leave. The breakfast was included and it was delicious. A la carte menu for room service. Rice bowl, steak egg rolls. yum yum......"

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

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Courtyard by Marriott Tarrytown Westchester County
Courtyard by Marriott Tarrytown Westchester County
3 out of 5
475 White Plains Rd, Tarrytown, NY
The price is NZ$298 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$298
per night
27 May - 28 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Tarrytown. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 20 May 2024

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Stamford Suites
Stamford Suites
2.5 out of 5
720 Bedford St, Stamford, CT
Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Stamford. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions First Presbyterian Church ...
6.8/10 (695 reviews)
"super nice people there"

Reviewed on 17 May 2024

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Global Luxury Suites at The Arches
Global Luxury Suites at The Arches
2.5 out of 5
222 East 135th Street, Bronx, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in Bronx. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (267 reviews)
"Top Quality, Second to none"

Reviewed on 24 Apr. 2024

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110th Boutique Hotel
110th Boutique Hotel
2.5 out of 5
135 East 110th Street, New York, NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (113 reviews)
"It was a very nice room and the hosts were very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 18 May 2024

110th Boutique Hotel
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I’m sure the town was pleasant, but we had such a horrific experience we left the hotel at 4am just to get out of it. Not happy.

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