Smithsonian Magazine recently named the best 15 small towns to visit in 2021. New Yorkers were not at all surprised to see the Empire State represented in the list. It’s endlessly frustrating to us in the Empire State that we are best-known for the Big Apple. There are so many wonderful small towns in New York that are worthy of praise. We were excited to see Goshen recognized: it’s a charming little town with a ton of history. If you’re looking for a day trip in New York, it doesn’t get much better than Goshen!
We’ll get the big attraction out of the way first! Goshen was recently in the news for the opening of the multi-million dollar Legoland New York . The park is geared towards children ages 2 to 12.
Ward H. Blackwell/Google Maps There are many rides and detailed displays crafted from LEGO blocks. There’s even miniature examples of various attractions throughout New York, all painstakingly made out of LEGO pieces.
Goshen’s main street area is adorable! It has such a quintessential small town feel.
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Harness racing is popular in Goshen. The town is home to Historic Track. Opened in 1838, it is the oldest continuously operating horse racing track in North America. The Harness Racing Museum & Hall of Fame is located in Goshen.
Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr The local post office features this trotting mural.
Like many small towns in New York, Goshen is home to a number of excellent restaurants. We recommend picking up a luxurious coffee (or lemonade!) from Cafe Yen.
Cafe Yen/Google Maps
The delicious Howell’s Sunflower Cafe has a variety of dishes and is a great spot to pick up breakfast or lunch.
Mitzi Robles/Google Maps
The Orange Heritage Trail that runs through Goshen is an easy, family-friendly stroll.
Justin Poh/Alltrails
People come from all over to visit the Goshen Farmers Market. There’s nothing quite as satisfying as biting into some tasty locally-grown produce.
Goshen Farmers’ Market/Google Maps
Have you visited Goshen in New York? We’d love to hear your experiences in the comments!
Smithsonian Magazine recently named the best 15 small towns to visit in 2021. New Yorkers were not at all surprised to see the Empire State represented in the list. It’s endlessly frustrating to us in the Empire State that we are best-known for the Big Apple. There are so many wonderful small towns in New York that are worthy of praise. We were excited to see Goshen recognized: it’s a charming little town with a ton of history. If you’re looking for a day trip in New York, it doesn’t get much better than Goshen!
Smithsonian Magazine recently named the best 15 small towns to visit in 2021. New Yorkers were not at all surprised to see the Empire State represented in the list. It’s endlessly frustrating to us in the Empire State that we are best-known for the Big Apple. There are so many wonderful small towns in New York that are worthy of praise. We were excited to see Goshen recognized: it’s a charming little town with a ton of history. If you’re looking for a day trip in New York, it doesn’t get much better than Goshen!
Ward H. Blackwell/Google Maps
There are many rides and detailed displays crafted from LEGO blocks. There’s even miniature examples of various attractions throughout New York, all painstakingly made out of LEGO pieces.
AlexiusHoratius/Wikimedia Commons
Jimmy Emerson, DVM/Flickr
The local post office features this trotting mural.
Cafe Yen/Google Maps
Mitzi Robles/Google Maps
Justin Poh/Alltrails
Goshen Farmers’ Market/Google Maps
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Address: Goshen, NY 10924, USAAddress: LEGOLAND New York Resort, Goshen, NY 10924, USAAddress: Harness Racing Museum & Hall Of Fame, 240 Main St, Goshen, NY 10924, USAAddress: Cafe Yen, 170 W Main St, Goshen, NY 10924, USA
