Rye, NY —
A visit to Rye.....History, Nature, Sand and Surf

Rye is a quaint city nestled along Long Island Sound founded in 1660 with a hometown feel. The smallest city in New York State, incorporated in 1942, Rye is just a 38 minute express train ride to Grand Central Station. From waterfront mansions and numerous yacht and tennis clubs and a city marina, Rye abounds in recreational facilities and even has a city-owned public golf course with pool, and a YMCA.

Rye is rich in history. The Square House, located on the Village Green and built in 1740, was once an Inn frequented by our first President. George Washington slept there many times. Today it is a museum and part of the historical society. Other important sites are the Knapp House (1694) on Rye Beach Avenue, the Jay Estate, and the Parsons Estate (both from the early 1800’s) located on the Boston Post Road.

"George Washington slept there many times."

Rye's popular beach, located in Rye Town Park, is shared by several local communities. The Art-Deco Pavilion, dating from the 1920’s, graces the waterfront. A short walk up the beach brings you to Playland Amusement Park which was built in the same architectural style and is on the National Register of Historic Places. Playland has its own beach, pool and ice arena where local hockey teams compete.

Start your day with breakfast at Poppy's Café or the Patisserie Salzburg. Enjoy a stroll down Purchase Street to window shop or dine in one of many fine restaurants such as Rosemary and Vine, Ruby's Oyster Bar or the Rye Bar and Grill. Nature lovers can visit the Marshlands Conservancy, the Rye Nature Center or Edith Reid Conservancy for bird watching and hiking along the trails.

History, nature and charm make Rye a great place to live in or escape to for the weekend.

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Danuta Wenzel

Rye, NY —
A visit to Rye.....History, Nature, Sand and Surf

"George Washington slept there many times."

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