Guidebook for New Paltz
Food Scene
Los Jalapeños
25 N Chestnut StOur go-to Mexican place!
Garvan's Gastropub
215 Huguenot StIrish gastropub, super-friendly owner!
Funky brunch, the best (and most affordable) breakfast in town.
99 locals recommend
Main Street Bistro
59 Main StFunky brunch, the best (and most affordable) breakfast in town.
La Charla Mexican Restaurant
127 Main StWhite-tablecloth Mexican restaurant.
Lemongrass
125 Main StExcellent Thai food in a casual environment.
Hokkaido Japanese Restaurant
18 Church StSushi in a serene, secluded spot.
Eclectic fare with Southwest specials, worth a visit for the funky decor alone!
92 locals recommend
The Egg's Nest
1300 NY-213Eclectic fare with Southwest specials, worth a visit for the funky decor alone!
Russo's Italian Deli
164 Main StItalian sandwich shop.
Mexicali Blue
87 Main StStreet tacos, Food Network-approved!
Global Palate
1746 Rte 9WAlways something new on the menu!
Lola's Cafe New Paltz
49 Main StGreat veggie options, try the quinoa bowls.
Parks & Nature
Hiking with awe-inducing views at the Mohonk Preserve. Day fees apply for most of the preserve, but the Visitor Center and grounds are free.
74 locals recommend
Mohonk Preserve Visitor Center
3197 Route 44 55Hiking with awe-inducing views at the Mohonk Preserve. Day fees apply for most of the preserve, but the Visitor Center and grounds are free.
Hike, bike, and climb the world-famous Gunks, or just take in the foliage from the scenic drive's roadside vistas atop the Shawangunk Mountain ridge. Head for Sam's Point and hunt for our favorite hidden swimming hole! Free admission, parking fees apply.
504 locals recommend
Minnewaska State Park Preserve
5281 Route 44-55Hike, bike, and climb the world-famous Gunks, or just take in the foliage from the scenic drive's roadside vistas atop the Shawangunk Mountain ridge. Head for Sam's Point and hunt for our favorite hidden swimming hole! Free admission, parking fees apply.
Arts & Culture
Samuel Dorsky Museum of Art
35 Hawk Dr
Shadowland Stages
157 Canal St
Ulster Performing Arts Center
601 Broadway
Bardavon
35 Market StEssentials
ShopRite of New Paltz
258 Main St The go-to local supermarket.
Super Suds Laundromat & Cleaners
43 Main St
Tressol-Mi
101 Main StHair salon, Afro-Latina approved!
My Market
140 NY-32Gourmet organic market and convenience store.
High Falls Food Co-Op Inc
1398 NY-213Local food co-op.
Entertainment & Activities
New Paltz Cinemas
2 New Paltz Plaza
Rosendale Theatre
408 Main StArt house non-profit theater.
Dressel Farms
271 NY-208Apple picking and roadside farmer's market.
Getting Around
Water Street Market
10 Main StBorrow a bike!
Bicycle Depot
15 Main StRent a bike!
Sightseeing
Get a day pass and explore over 85 miles of wooded hiking and biking trails, swimming and boating on a stunning glacial lake, horseback riding, golf, tennis, and more.
407 locals recommend
Mohonk Mountain House
1000 Mountain Rest RdGet a day pass and explore over 85 miles of wooded hiking and biking trails, swimming and boating on a stunning glacial lake, horseback riding, golf, tennis, and more.