Katonah, NY Road Trips

Katonah, a small residential town with a unique "Mom & Pop" business district, is the culturally central hamlet of the town of Bedford, the three hamlets of which are Katonah, Bedford Hills and Bedford Village (each with its own post offices and libraries). The hamlet of Katonah offers a variety of dining, community events and library fairs. Katonah is generally calm, and not much can be found open in town after 10 PM besides restaurants. 1 Caramoor Center for Music and Arts, 149 Girdle Ridge Rd, ☏ +1 914-232-5035, [email protected]. Mediterranean villa set on an 80-acre estate. A festival and concert space host to numerous prominent performers and performances. One of New York's most elegant and well-known concert spaces, the spacious area is perhaps Katonah's primary cultural attraction. Take afternoon tea and tour or attend one of their evening concerts. 2 Katonah Museum of Art, 134 Jay Street, ☏ +1 914-232-9555, [email protected]. Tu–Sa 10AM–5PM, Su noon–5PM, closed Su. A world-renowned art museum, very close to the hamlet's center. Adults $10, seniors & students $5, <12 free, group tours $6/person. (updated Apr 2021) 3 John Jay Homstead, 400 Jay St (NY-22). The last home of the United States' first Supreme Court Justice, John Jay, and a state historic site. The larger town of Bedford is notable for the outdoors opportunities. Numerous reservations are scattered throughout the area, the largest of which is the Ward Pound Ridge Reservation center.

1 King Kone, 109 NY-100, ☏ +1 914-232-0571. noon–9PM, seasonally. A classic drive-up ice cream stand. It has been there for many years and serves soft serve ice cream in many flavors. Great place to go with the family on those hot summer nights. It also has a variety of food if you so desire. There is only outdoor seating and no bathrooms. Line tends to get very long on weekend nights because there are only 2 order windows. $2-15. (updated Apr 2021) 2 Tazza Café Coffee & Espresso Bar, 197 Katonah Ave, ☏ +1 914-232-3500. M–Sa 6:30AM-6PM, Su 7AM-5PM. A small coffee cafe that serves many different types of coffee drinks as well as snacks. They have sandwiches for both lunch and breakfast. All the food is simple but delicious. It can be very crowded in the mornings and around lunch hour. There are a few tables inside but only very small ones. Don't bring a large crowd there unless you are taking your food to-go. $5-10.

Hotels can be found in Mount Kisco, South Salem and nearby Ridgefield, Connecticut.

Westchester County Airport, 240 Airport Road, White Plains (New York), +1 914 995-4860 (airlines). The closest airport, about 25 minutes drive. Rental cars are available. Stewart International Airport, 1180 First St, New Windsor, +1 845 564-2100. Another alternative to the congestion of the 3 major airports. Allegiant Air runs flights from Orlando/Sanford, Punta Gorda (FL), and St. Petersburg/Clearwater, and some seasonal destinations. American Eagle flies from Philadelphia, and JetBlue flies from Fort Lauderdale, and Orlando. Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark, New Jersey, John F. Kennedy International Airport, and LaGuardia Airport: The three major international airports in the New York City area offer service to just about anywhere. Westchester-based taxi and livery cars offer regular service to and from the three internationals from most areas of the county. New York City yellow cabs will take to you Westchester in a pinch, but the fares can be exorbitant. If staying in Westchester, ask if your hotel offers shuttle service.

A Metro North Train Station travels from Grand Central, Manhattan through Pleasantville, Chappaqua, Mount Kisco, Bedford, Katonah, and Goldens Bridge. Having a car is advisable.