WOODSTOCK--This is the perfect time for a weekend getaway in Woodstock, New York
While many still think of Woodstock as the site of the infamous concert, most of us know the concert was actually held in Bethel, NY where you can actually visit the concert's museum there ( www.bethelwoodscenter.org/the-museum )
But let's get back to a Woodstock weekend getaway.......
First, how to get there. Train ? Amtrak to Rhinecliff, then car service to Woodstock. Bus? There are buses right from NYC that will bring you right into the center of town. Of course, driving?!?!
From NJ and or NYC a usually uneventful drive right up the NY Thruway to Exit 19, Kingston. Then head on Route 28 West until you see the sign for Woodstock. Turn right on Levon Helm Memorial Blvd. ( aka 375 ) which will bring you right into town. There are no traffic lights in Woodstock . When you get to the T, turn left and you have arrived.
You are on the Main Street known as Mill Hill Road. Parking could be a problem in town on the weekends so pull into the Sunflower strip mall and park. You can walk up into town from there. Or, you can drive up into town and probably find a space or two.
You will want brunch at this point, so there are some great choices.
Oriole 9 is a healthy cool cafe and kid friendly. Another great choice with lovely outdoor seating is the Garden Cafe at Woodstock ( right on the Green ). More informal Bread Alone is also excellent for breakfast or lunch!
Visit some of the shops and galleries in town such as Pegasus for shoes, Loominus Woodstock for lovely hand woven items, Tibetan Arts & Crafts, and Lotus Gallery all located centrally on Tinker Street and Rock City Road.
Ice Cream? Try Nancy's of Woodstock or Little Apple, both on Tinker Street.
Stop by the Woodstock Artists Association and Museum ( referred to as WAAM ) to view works of art, and the Center for Photography at Woodstock.
Time for dinner? Enjoy either the Bear Cafe or Cucina!
If you care to stay over, consider one of the bed & breakfasts right in town such as the Enchanted Manor or Millsteam Country Inn.
Next morning after breakfast, plan to hike Overlook Mountain, before you head back to NYC or NJ.