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Village in New York
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New Paltz is a city in Ulster County, New York State. This article also covers the small town of Gardiner, less than 7 miles to the southwest.
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Oldest street in America, excluding the Spanish-constructed streets of St. Augustine, with its original houses.
National Historic Site.
Whitecliff, in rural Gardiner to the south of New Paltz, is in a pretty location and makes interesting wines. Tastings, at $10-14, are not expensive, and many of their wines sell for $20 or less.
Every Wednesday inside of Snugs Harbor bar in poor weather (38 Main St.) and outside across from Wells Fargo set up on the wall/grass.
Has over 300 beers and really good food. Slightly expensive and with a late night menu and pool.
College bar. Dance floor. Loud music.
College bar. Dance floor. Loud music.
Townie dive bar, live music 3x per week, pool table, host for food not bombs in winter
The New Paltz Hostel has a home-like feeling and a laid-back, comfortable atmosphere. Has a full functioning kitchen with communal food available to guests. Provides bunk bed style rooms (a men's room and a women's room) and private rooms are also available. Includes all bed linens, towels, blankets, shampoo and communal food.
On the west side of the river. $250-600 per night, this fabulous getaway is a destination in itself. It features theme programs for each month, has an on-site massage center and 9-hole golf course and is a favorite for weddings, corporate events and family reunions. Adjacent Mohonk Preserve is open for hiking and nature walks. The Mohonk Mountain is only about 10/15 minutes away by car.
Same original store with new owners and new merchandise. Kid, dog, and tourist friendly.
By bus
There is frequent bus service between The Port Authority Bus Terminal in New York City and New Paltz with connections to many other villages and cities.
By plane
Stewart International Airport is the nearest major airport to New Paltz. It is in Newburgh, thirty minutes to the south (exit 17 on the NYS Thruway).
By train
The Wallkill Valley Rail Trail is on the bed of the Wallkill Valley Rail transport, the former main transportation link for New Paltz.
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