Irvington

Commonly called the Octagon house, located off of the Aqueduct, offers some mild thrills for architecture buffs.

Built in the 1690s, is a less interesting building with greater significance. Among other things, it was where the newly created State of New York's Committee of Safety met to discuss General George Washington's defeat in the Battle of Long Island.

Go hiking or biking on the aqueduct's trailway. The original water supply to New York City is now a walking trail that runs from Croton-on-Hudson in the north to Yonkers in the south. Over the 180 years since it was built, portions have disappeared from the downtown areas of several river towns, but runs mostly intact through Irvington. River Gallery at 39 Main St. sells maps of the trail.

Theater was designed by A.J. Manning and patterned after Ford Theatre in Washington, D.C. where President Lincoln was assassinated.

Have a picnic, play whiffle ball, or just take a nap. Bridge St is located on the west side of the railroad tracks, accessible off Main St. The park offers access to the majestic Hudson River. Launch your kayak or canoe from the south end.

Go for a jog on one of Westchester's finest outdoor tracks.