2. Hudson
- Why We Love It: bustling town center, scenic waterfront, dining scene
- Things to Do: Olana State Historic Site, Hudson Athens Lighthouse, Henry Hudson Riverfront
- Where to Stay: The Howard (from $180/night); The Wisk, Hudson (from $191/night); Little Joe Hudson (from $118/night)
This charming town in the Hudson Valley gets high marks from PureWow’s executive managing editor Catrina Yohay who lived there for a month during the pandemic: “Hudson is such a cute town with a surprisingly lovely downtown with tons of antique shops, art galleries and restaurants that run the gamut from high end to fast-casual. Hit up the Hudson Roastery for your morning coffee before strolling along the waterfront of the Hudson River. Then, stop by Le Perche for some French Pastries.” If you’re looking for a nighttime scene, Yohay recommends going to BackBar for cocktails and late-night Malaysian bar snacks. My take? Any town that was so pleasant during the pandemic has to be a 10/10 now. For further reading….
https://www.purewow.com/travel/charming-small-towns-in-the-hudson-valley