by Leigh Goessl

Created on: April 29, 2009   Last Updated: April 18, 2011

New York State is full of diversified beauty and one of the most beautiful locations in the state is the Hudson River Valley. This valley is a large area located in central and southern New York State. The Hudson River stretches 315 miles, beginning just north of the capital city of Albany down to New York City.

Along the river's banks and sandwiched between the many mountains in the region are many attractions to enjoy. New York's Hudson River Valley offers much to see and do. There are parks, historical landmarks, religious places, museums and galleries.

Here are some top picks to consider checking out whether you're a local or someone visiting the Hudson Valley:

*Aerodrome

The Rhinebeck Aerodrome, located about two hours north of New York City, is a fantastic experience and highly recommended if you are in the area. The Aerodrome museum and shows are something unique and not likely able to see anywhere else.

Aviation buffs will be enthralled, but even if you aren't as engrossed by aviation history and mechanics, the Aerodrome is entertaining and enjoyable. Each year during the season the Aerodrome shows run mid-June to mid-October on weekends.

Located on the grounds are also museums with a vast collection of antiques relating to the early 20th century. The collection is comprised of aircraft, cars and other vehicles from the 1900-1935 period; it is one of the largest antique collections in the world.

Annually people flock to see these incredible air shows featuring antique aircraft, some of the oldest remaining craft in the world. It is truly a marvelous and entertaining experience for all. There are also parades, a vintage fashion show and antique cars too. You can visit the Aerodrome's website to get more information, museum and air show times and other interesting facts.

*Boscobel

This 19th turn of the century home is a wonderful piece of American history located in the Hudson Valley. The mansion built by States Morris Dyckman, a Loyalist during the American Revolutionary War, has been restored to its former glory. This historic mansion was originally located in Montrose, NY in Westchester County, but was moved in the 1950s to its current location in Garrison, NY.

If you are visiting the lower Hudson Valley during April - December (closed Thanksgiving and Christmas), you have the opportunity to tour this grand house. The exterior and the interior have been beautifully restored and brought back to life to illuminate how the home looked during its early

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