Group Tours
Learn about the amazing life of Walkway Over the Hudson
From its historic construction and opening as the longest bridge in the world in 1889, through its long life as a key railroad span during America's industrial revolution, great fire that ended its operation in 1974, and grassroots rebirth as Walkway Over the Hudson in 2009, a guided group tour is the perfect way to learn all about the Walkway!
Tour Highlights
- Enjoy a guided group tour of this historic railroad bridge featuring stories about the past, present and future of the Walkway.
- Appreciate breathtaking river and mountain views, fresh air and scenic Hudson Valley vistas.
- Learn detailed history about the bridge and surrounding area.
- View interpretive signage and historic images.
- Limited walking available – walk as much or as little as your group prefers.
Details
- Contact: [email protected] or call 845-454-9649
- Dates: April-November, 9 a.m. – one hour before sunset
- Duration: 60-90 minutes
- Cost For Adult Tours: $10 per person ($8 per person for groups of 30 or more)
- Cost For Children's Tours: For more information, visit our Youth Tours page.
- Accessibility: ADA handicapped accessible, no stairs required. Ask us about renting our wheelchair-accessible electric tram.
- Access: Due to construction, all tours will begin on the west (Highland) side of the Walkway.
- Bus parking is available on the West (Highland) side of the Walkway via paid parking operated by the Town of Lloyd for $50.
Payment for tours can be made via check or PayPal. If paying online with PayPal, wait for confirmation of your tour date before submitting payment. Your date is not confirmed until we receive a signed contract.
Your escorted group tour will last 60-90 minutes depending on your group's preference and areas of interest. Tours are led by trained Walkway Ambassadors and staff members who are knowledgeable about the Walkway’s construction, history and reconstruction, as well as the Hudson River and surrounding areas.
Escorted Group Tour Features
- Large groups are divided and assigned to a docent and docent assistant for ease of listening.
- Breathtaking, unobstructed 360 degree views of the Hudson River and surrounding scenic valley from 212 feet above the Hudson River.
- Substantial chest-height safety railing on both sides of this wide, flat and smooth concrete walking surface.
- ADA-accessible electric tram available to assist those with mobility issues. Seats up to 11 guests. $50 to reserve with tour cost.
- Bus parking available in Highland. $50 plus tour cost.
- Connect Kids Reimbursement Program - We offer youth tours (grades K - 12) that may be eligible for reimbursement. Please visit our Youth Tours page for more information.
