Hyde Park Travel Guide

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Hyde Park, located in the southeastern corner of New York State, is one of the most popular attractions in the Hudson Valley, boasting a number of historic sites including the home of Franklin D. Roosevelt. The city's position on the scenic Hudson River attracted a number of wealthy men in the 19th and early 20th centuries whose legacy lives on in the grandiose mansions they left behind. Many of the historic sites are open to visitors, including the mansion belonging to the Vanderbilts, a family of affluent industrialists. Guided tours of Hyde Park's historic townsite and Roosevelt's hilltop retreat are available, complete with stories about the 32nd president's life. Hyde Park is also the home of the Franklin D. Roosevelt Presidential Library and Museum, which houses exhibits and documents from his time in office. Hyde Park's Trail, an ideal way to explore the area's attractions and appreciate the scenery, spans nearly nine miles and connects to several parks and historic sites.