Rhinebeck

NY 308 looking east in Rhinebeck, NY - |A view of downtown Rhinebeck

Rhinebeck is a township in Dutchess County, New York (state) | New York. The township encompasses the village of Rhinebeck as well as the hamlet of Rhinecliff. The downtown area of Rhinebeck is not tiny, but it is small enough to walk around within an hour or so, and well worth it, as it is full of beautiful, lovingly decorated houses. It also has a beautifully preserved, functioning Roosevelt-era post office (built from 1939-1940) with murals that depict the history of the area and other interesting documentation.

The Maples, Rhinebeck, NY - The Maples, one of many buildings in Rhinebeck that are listed in the National Register of Historic Places in the United States

Travel to Rhinebeck

Buy a Flight ticket to and from Rhinebeck

Stewart International Airport, 1180 First St, New Windsor, +1 845 564-2100.
Albany International Airport, 737 Albany-Shaker Road, Albany (New York) | Albany.

By Rail

Amtrak runs daily services between New York City's Penn Station and several cities: Adirondack] from Montreal, Empire Service] from Buffalo via Rochester, Ethan Allen Express] from Rutland (Vermont) | Rutland, Lake Shore Limited] from Chicago and the Maple Leaf from Toronto. All trains runs once daily, except Empire Service which has up to ten departures per day. Trains call at Rhinecliff station GPS 41.921234,-73.951273 is located on 455 Rhinecliff Road, which is about 2.1 miles from downtown Rhinebeck.

By car

US Route 9 is the main north-south road in the area. The major east-west route is called Market St. in downtown Rhinebeck. It is East Market St./State Route 308 east of Route 9 (Mill St./Montgomery St.) and West Market St./State Route 85 west of Route 9. West Market St. becomes Rhinecliff Rd. and enables access to the Amtrak station in Rhinecliff.

Get Around

Downtown Rhinebeck is easily walkable for people with an average level of fitness, but if you need to get to or from the Rhinecliff train station, you will need a vehicle or taxi or at least a bicycle, unless you want to walk 2 miles on roads without sidewalks.

What to See

Wilderstein rhinebeck - Wilderstein sits on a hilltop overlooking the Hudson River.

Wilderstein - 330 Morton Road ☎ +1 845 876-4818 Stunning Queen Anne-style mansion set on park-like grounds designed by Calvert Vaux. Open May though October, Thursday - Sunday noon-4PM (last tour at 3:30PM). Call for special holiday events: Halloween Party, Victorian holiday tours, Yuletide high tea. The mansion is several miles outside town.

Old Rhinebeck Aerodrome - 9 Norton Road ☎ +1 845 752-3200 - A "living" aviation museum (airworthy vintage aircraft) covering the 1903 through 1939 perioid of vintage aviation (including aviation engines and operable period ground vehicles), May through October, 10AM Monday - 5PM. Airshows, June through October, weekends at 2PM. For $75, take a biplane ride over the Hudson River; Sa-Su, June through October.

Things to Do

Upstate Films - 6415 Montgomery Street ☎ +1-866-345-6688 A non-profit member-supported arts organization, primarily serving as an independent cinema. Their Arts In Education program "uses nonfiction film as an integral part of a critical thinking approach to history and literature at the high school level," according to their Web site.

Muslim Friendly Shopping in Rhinebeck

Halal Restaurants in Rhinebeck

Beekman Arms Inn in Rhinebeck, NY - |The Beekman Arms Inn, where George Washington stayed, is the oldest continuously-operated inn in New York State if not the United States as a whole

Artigiani Del Gelato 41 E. Market St. $5 for 3 scoops in a waffle cone. Excellent, creative gelato. If they have the wasabi flavor when you go, get a sample — seriously. Even if you think you wouldn't like it. The lemon cookie flavor is wonderfully lemony, and the lemon-basil flavor is refreshing.

China Rose - 100 Shatzell Ave ☎ +1 845 876-7442 Chinese fusion with views of the Hudson River. W-M 5PM Monday - 10PM, closed Tu. Entrées $11-$25. Adjacent to the Rhinecliff Amtrak station.

Gigi Trattoria - 6422 Montgomery St. ☎ +1 845 876-1007 | Opening Hours: Sunday through Thursday from 11:30am to 9pm, Fridays and Saturdays from 11:30am until 10pm. Sunday brunch begins at 10am Lunch: Antipasti: $9-15, salads: $8-12; "Skizza" (flatbread Pizzas, 10-inch): $13-15, panini/soups: $6-14, pasta: $11-16, contorni (sides): $8-15, burger: $14. Secondi ("main courses") are mostly not listed on their online lunch menu but cluster in the $20s for lunch. The dinner menu is similar, but without panini and with more secondi. It is more expensive, with secondi in the high $20s, $30s and beyond You can obtain an expensive meal at this restaurant, but you don't have to. The "skizza"s are great: The crust is crunchy through-and-through without being cracker-like, and they use fresh, high-quality ingredients. Two people with normal appetites can easily split a soup or salad (they offer "half bowls" of soup that are a full bowl to almost anyone else) and two Pizzas and be full and satisfied. Good service, too. Gluten-free pizza is also available.

Catskills beyond Hudson - View across the Hudson from near Rhinecliff, with some of the Catskills visible in the background

eHalal Group Launches Halal Guide to Rhinebeck

Rhinebeck - eHalal Travel Group, a leading provider of innovative Halal travel solutions for Muslim travelers to Rhinebeck, is thrilled to announce the official launch of its comprehensive Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Rhinebeck. This groundbreaking initiative aims to cater to the diverse needs of Muslim travelers, offering them a seamless and enriching travel experience in Rhinebeck and its surrounding regions.

With the steady growth of Muslim tourism worldwide, eHalal Travel Group recognizes the importance of providing Muslim travelers with accessible, accurate, and up-to-date information to support their travel aspirations to Rhinebeck. The Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide is designed to be a one-stop resource, offering an array of invaluable information on various travel aspects, all carefully curated to align with Islamic principles and values.

The Travel Guide encompasses a wide range of features that will undoubtedly enhance the travel experience for Muslim visitors to Rhinebeck. Key components include:

Halal-Friendly Accommodations inRhinebeck: A carefully selected list of hotels, lodges, and vacation rentals that cater to halal requirements, ensuring a comfortable and welcoming stay for Muslim travelers in Rhinebeck.

Halal Food, Restaurants and Dining in Rhinebeck: A comprehensive directory of restaurants, eateries, and food outlets offering halal-certified or halal-friendly options in Rhinebeck, allowing Muslim travelers to savor local cuisines without compromising their dietary preferences in Rhinebeck.

Prayer Facilities: Information on masjids, prayer rooms, and suitable locations for daily prayers in Rhinebeck, ensuring ease and convenience for Muslim visitors in fulfilling their religious obligations.

Local Attractions: An engaging compilation of Muslim-friendly attractions, cultural sites such as Museums, and points of interest in Rhinebeck, enabling travelers to explore the city's rich heritage while adhering to their values.

Transport and Logistics: Practical guidance on transportation options that accommodate Muslim travel needs, ensuring seamless movement within Rhinebeck and beyond.

Speaking about the launch, Irwan Shah, Chief Technology Officer of eHalal Travel Group in Rhinebeck, stated, "We are thrilled to introduce our Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide in Rhinebeck, a Muslim friendly destination known for its cultural richness and historical significance. Our goal is to empower Muslim travelers with accurate information and resources, enabling them to experience the wonders of Rhinebeck without any concerns about their faith-based requirements. This initiative reaffirms our commitment to creating inclusive and memorable travel experiences for all our clients."

The eHalal Travel Group's Halal and Muslim-Friendly Travel Guide for Rhinebeck is now accessible on this page. The guide will be regularly updated to ensure that Muslim travelers have access to the latest information, thus reinforcing its status as a reliable companion for Muslim travelers exploring Rhinebeck.

About eHalal Travel Group:

eHalal Travel Group Rhinebeck is a prominent name in the global Muslim travel industry, dedicated to providing innovative and all-inclusive travel solutions tailored to the needs of Muslim travelers worldwide. With a commitment to excellence and inclusivity, eHalal Travel Group aims to foster a seamless travel experience for its clients while respecting their religious and cultural values.

For Halal business inquiries in Rhinebeck, please contact:

eHalal Travel Group Rhinebeck Media: info@ehalal.io

Muslim Friendly Hotels

Beekman Arms and Delamater Inn - 6387 Mill Street 41.926646, -73.913059 ☎ +1 845 876-7077 - Beekman Arms may be America's oldest continually operating inn, established in 1766. The Delamater Inn, designed by Alexander Jackson Davis, is in the American Carpenter Gothic style.

Olde Rhinebeck Inn - 340 Wurtemburg Road 41.900650, -73.867845 ☎ +1 845 871-1745 +$195-$275

News & References

Travel Next

Kingston (New York) | Kingston, on the other side of the Kingston-Rhinecliff Bridge, has a much larger and in some cases considerably different selection of historic buildings than Rhinebeck.
In addition to visiting other places in the Hudson Valley, consider going to the Catskills for some good hiking.