Misty April Morning

National Historic Site

Vanderbilt Mansion National Historic Site

visit on nps.gov

Info

Built by of one of the first families of wealth in America. Designed by one of the nation's preeminent architects. The Vanderbilt Mansion is a home built expressly for the aristocratic lifestyle.

Park Photos

Misty April Morning
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A misty Spring morning at the Vanderbilt Mansion

Credit: NPS Photo/Bill Urbin

Misty April Morning
Fall Colors in the Hudson Valley
The Formal Gardens
View of the Hudson River looking North from the Overlook
West Point Band performs at the Vanderbilt Mansion

Activities

Arts and Culture
Guided Tours
Hands-On
Citizen Science
Junior Ranger Program
Bookstore and Park Store
Compass and GPS
Geocaching
Hiking
Shopping

Fees

Passes

Operating Hours

Tours of the mansion are offered daily.

DayHours
Friday
10:00AM - 3:30PM
Monday
10:00AM - 3:30PM
Sunday
10:00AM - 3:30PM
Tuesday
10:00AM - 3:30PM
Saturday
10:00AM - 3:30PM
Thursday
10:00AM - 3:30PM
Wednesday
10:00AM - 3:30PM

Park and mansion tour hours vary by season. The grounds are open daily, except for New Years Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day.

DayHours
Friday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Monday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Sunday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Tuesday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Saturday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Thursday
7:00AM - 5:00PM
Wednesday
7:00AM - 5:00PM

Weather info

Spring: Temperatures usually range from 40°F to 70°F. Rain is not uncommon. Summer: Temperatures usually range from 70° F to 100° F. Humidity can be high throughout the summer months with periods of rain. Fall: Temperatures usually range from 40° F to 70° F. Peak leaf season is mid-October. Rain is not uncommon. Winter: Temperatures usually range from 30° F to 50°F. Ice, Freezing Rain and Snow are not uncommon.