Lower Hudson Valley
Tarrytown, New York
Village in Westchester County
A Hudson River village below the Tappan Zee Bridge
Tarrytown is a village in the Town of Greenburgh on the Hudson's east bank, where the Tappan Zee Bridge meets the shore. Its Main Street, historic estates and riverfront make it one of the Hudson Valley's most visited villages.
History & Local Character
Tarrytown's name is tied to the Dutch word for wheat and to Washington Irving's stories, which made the village famous. It grew as a river port and later as a commuter village, with Lyndhurst and Sunnyside nearby.
Housing & Real Estate
The village has Victorian and colonial houses, riverfront condominiums and older apartment buildings, with a compact walkable core.
Restaurants & Shopping
Main Street and Broadway hold a mix of restaurants, cafes, bakeries and pubs, drawing visitors from across the region as well as residents.
Schools & Education
Tarrytown is served by the Public Schools of the Tarrytowns, with Sleepy Hollow sharing the district. Marymount College's former campus and nearby Mercy College add higher education.
Parks & Recreation
The Old Croton Aqueduct Trail, Kingsland Point Park, Pierson Park and the Tarrytown Lakes provide riverfront and woodland recreation.
Transportation & Accessibility
Metro-North's Hudson Line stops in Tarrytown, with the Gov. Mario M. Cuomo Bridge carrying I-87 and I-287 across the river.
Local Businesses
Restaurants, shops, galleries, music venues and professional offices line Main Street, supported by tourism and commuter traffic.
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Nearby Attractions
- Lyndhurst
- Kykuit
- Old Croton Aqueduct Trail
- Kingsland Point Park
Advantages & Considerations
Advantages
- Walkable riverfront village
- Metro-North access and bridge connections
- Historic estates and trails
Considerations
- High housing costs
- Tourist congestion on weekends
- Limited parking near Main Street
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Tarrytown a village?
Yes. Tarrytown is an incorporated village in the Town of Greenburgh, Westchester County.
Where is the Old Croton Aqueduct Trail?
The trail runs through Tarrytown and follows the route of the 19th-century aqueduct south toward Yonkers.