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Lyndhurst
4.5
578 reviews
#1 of 16 things to do in Tarrytown
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Wednesday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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Lyndhurst mansion is closed but the grounds are open! Daily Grounds Passes are available through December 20th. Overlooking the Hudson River in Tarrytown, New York, is Lyndhurst, one of America’s finest Gothic Revival mansions. Designed in 1838 by Alexander Jackson Davis, its architectural brilliance is complemented by the park-like landscape of the estate and a comprehensive collection of original decorative arts. Its noteworthy occupants included: former New York City mayor William Paulding, merchant George Merritt, and railroad tycoon Jay Gould. Lyndhurst is a site of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.
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A Great Experience
Jun 2023 • Family
Visited Lyndhurst with my 80 year old mother today. We both enjoyed this place very much. After parking and checking in we went to the bowling alley which has two lanes. The bowling alley is enclosed in a very cool looking building. It is a bit of a walk from where you park. Getting there not a problem. Coming back involves a hill. We found out after we could have driven down that way and then circled around back to the regular parking area. We booked the Upstairs/Downstairs tour. You get to see a few hidden spots the Classic Tour does not cover. Our tour guide Ed was great. After that we went to see the exhibit across from the Welcome Center. All in all a lovely day. Lots of serenity on the Lyndhurst grounds.
Written 3 June 2023
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Mike
New Jersey24 contributions
A Must Visit
Dec 2022
Visited the mansion around the holidays, so beautiful. The tour was very informative. Great to see the mansion is still in great shape. The interior has time period pieces, art and furniture, all original. If you are in Tarrytown don't miss the experience.
Written 3 January 2023
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Melonie S
Cranford, NJ415 contributions
Worth the Drive from New Jersey for the Christmas Tour!
Dec 2022
My wife and I took the Christmas tour of the mansion with a friend of ours. We booked our tickets weeks in advance and we were glad we did. It was sold out fast. The mansion overlooks the beautiful Hudson River.

The mansion was beautifully decorated for Christmas and was truly a spectacle. Our guide was knowledgeable and pleasant. He really knew the history of the property inside and out. He even told us about recent TV shows that had taped scenes inside the mansion as well as on the property. The history, beauty, and pieces of memorabilia inside the mansion are breathtaking. Great tidbits about the walls painted to make it look like marble but really are wood.

The walking tour lasted one hour. Even so it was winter, the grounds looked magnificent. There was a welcoming center and a gift shop. The signage and directions once you are on the property are excellent and they get you to where you need to be. The price of the tour was well worth it. There are always events at the mansion during the nice weather so I have no doubt we will be back. It was worth the hour drive.
Written 12 December 2022
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Wendy Z
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Best Christmas tour ever !
Nov 2022 • Family
Unreal our experience was really the best Christmas family day trip we all enjoyed our time there ! We have been to Newport RI in Nov to see the mansions decorated for Christmas the houses we grand and beautiful however Lyndhurst Mansion by far the best decorated we have ever seen !!!! with original antiques and the Christmas decor was just exquisite !!!! We took many beautiful family photos ! The staff was so very friendly and knowledgeable !!!someone in every room to discuss the family history and contents of the mansion it was so nicely done. It was worth every penny ! Our family has been many places and this was a very memorable experience. Thank you so much to the society and their efforts can’t wait to visit in spring to tour rest of the mansion ! I highly recommend your family will not be disappointed !
Written 28 November 2022
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LibertyStreet
Milford, MI181 contributions
Perfect day trip
Nov 2022
Swing into Tarrytown next time you have to go over the Tappan Zee. See Washington Irving’s home and Lyndhurst. Maybe walk the public path that runs along the Hudson. The mansion, owned lastly but the Jay Gould family,is beautiful and has a fascinating history. Designed inside and out by Alexander Jackson Davis. Of significance, the furnishings are all original to the house and beautiful. The grounds make for a pleasant stroll. No gardens but a bowling house, a playhouse, and a view. Good parking. Make the trip.
Written 27 November 2022
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KDAA
East Hartford, CT779 contributions
Beautiful grounds to enjoy and an interesting tour
Oct 2022
Lyndhurst is a beautiful estate with extensive grounds along the Hudson. We enjoyed the tour of the home and then wandered around the property. The docent was good and knowledgeable about the property. The home was decorated seasonally which was a nice touch.

You can get just a grounds pass if you chose. It is included if you get the tour. You can walk along the river and continue outside their property along the riverwalk if you choose. The remains of what was once an extensive greenhouse are an interesting site.
Written 11 November 2022
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Heather
Las Vegas, NV472 contributions
Expensive
Oct 2022 • Solo
It costs $10 to enter the property, and an additional cost if you want to take a tour. I was short on time and could only check out the exterior of the house, so it was a little disappointing having to pay $10 for the 10 minutes I was there.
Written 3 November 2022
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ek1974
Hartland, WI216 contributions
Must Visit Lyndhurst
Oct 2022
My husband and I went to Lyndhurst for classic mansion tour. I really enjoyed the tour, and we also did some hiking near old cronton aqueduct trail and garden.

I highly recommend the visit to Lyndhurst
Written 31 October 2022
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Robin B
Phoenix, AZ1,324 contributions
Opt for the Upstairs-Downstairs tour
Oct 2022
We did the upstairs-downstairs tour of this gothic home on the Hudson River. We visited all the main rooms on the first and second floor and then some rooms in the servant’s wing, including the tower and laundry room. The servants’ area wasn’t as comprehensive and I thought it would be, but I would still opt for the more inclusive upstairs-downstairs tour. Carla, our docent, did an excellent job and had a good knowledge of the home and the three families who lived in the home. There is a very nice visitor center, free parking and you can wander around the grounds after the tour. There isn’t a cafe, but we brought sandwiches and there are tables and chairs in the courtyard outside the visitor center.
Written 16 October 2022
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Randy
Albany, NY590 contributions
Great history of the Gilded era, take a look!
Oct 2022 • Couples
We love visiting historic homes and this place didn’t disappoint! Loved walking the grounds, got a great guided tour. We didn’t even know the connection to the show “Gilded Age” until we got there, but that was an added bonus! They have filmed both inside and outside the house. Hope they open the bowling alley and pool house for future tours!
Written 8 October 2022
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