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Celebrity Chef Roy Choi called Tivoli “maybe my favorite town in the world,” and this hidden gem lives up to the reputation. The opportunity to engage with inspiring art, immersive agriculture and creative cuisine is too good to pass up. Here is your guide to spending a day in a truly memorable Hudson Valley destination.

Coffee and sandos from Tivoli General get you energized for the day ahead. Local ingredients and relationships with New York State farms elevate classics; their bacon egg and cheese features chili kewpie mayo on a Shokupan milk bun.

Kaatsbaan Cultural Park showcases contemporary Hudson Valley artists with sculptures, paintings, and installations on its idyllic campus. It’s also known as a creative space where world-class dancers and artists from around the world come to create and inspire the next generation of artistic talent; Kaatsbaan’s sprawling artist sanctuary on the Hudson is an incubator for innovative dance, theater, music and visual arts as events and festivals celebrate the form on stunning outdoor stages. Ballet icon Mikhail Baryshnikov celebrated his 75th birthday in 2023 with a day of performances at Kaatsbaan, which hosts different artists from Baryshnikov Arts each year.

Drop in to Tivoli Artists Gallery, where over 30 Hudson Valley artists showcase their paintings, sculptures, jewelry, photography, ceramics and more. 

At Mead Orchards, take a hayride, roam the apple orchards and pumpkin patches, set up a picnic and make your way through the corn maze. Find a selection of 13 varieties of apples, from Fuji to Sweet Zinger at this delightful family-friendly destination.

Named “Best Ice Cream in New York" by Food and Wine, reward yourself with a scoop (or two, especially if labneh is an option) of Fortune’s Ice Cream. Run by two Bard College alumni, this sweet stop utilizes fresh Hudson Valley dairy for a slew of creative flavors. Plus, vegan options ensure ice cream for all.

Traghaven Whiskey Pub, winner of Best Irish Whiskey Bar at the 2023 Whisky Magazine Awards, features one of the largest selections of Irish whiskey in the U.S. Browse the extensive whiskey menu by single-malt, blended, single-potstill, ryes, bourbons and Scotch. Then, snack on Irish staples like fish and chips, shepherd’s pie, and, of course, corned beef and cabbage. Check their social media for events, as they’ve hosted live jazz, pub-play readings, trivia nights and traditional Hootenannys.

Savor a seasonal, Mediterranean-inspired meal at The Corner at Hotel Tivoli. During warm-weather months outdoor dining is a fantastic way to soak in Tivoli's charming atmosphere. A global approach to dishes also draw on hyperlocal ingredients. You'll definitely want to order a coloful cocktail off their inventive drink menu.

Follow any visit to Tivoli with a delightful stay at the century-old Hotel Tivoli, where each of the 11 spacious rooms has a unique contemporary design with an eclectic collection of furniture, lighting and art bringing life to each space.