Local Attractions
The City of Kingston and the Rondout Area offer a large number of pleasurable attractions. For some of our local diversions as well as local information, visit the following sites:
Local Links to entertainment and information
- Hudson River Maritime Museum
The Hudson River Maritime Museum is the only museum in New York State exclusively preserving the maritime history of the Hudson River, its tributaries, and the industries that developed around it. Indoor and outdoor exhibits on Hudson River maritime history, a gift shop, waterfront special events, and boat rides to the historic Rondout Lighthouse are available at the museum. - Trolley Museum of New York
The museum is open Saturdays, Sundays and Holidays from Memorial Weekend to Columbus Day, Noon to 5 p.m. (last trolley ride approx. 4:30 p.m.). - Keith Bennett Karate School
The best Karate school in the area. A school with a family atmosphere where self-discipline, leadership, confidence, goal setting and fitness are part of the training. - Hudson River Cruises
Discover Hudson River Cruises on the Rip Van Winkle - Rondout Business Association
Kingston's Historic Waterfront District Association - City of Kingston, New York
City of Kingston Official Site