Overview

Palisades is a residential community in the southernmost part of Rockland County, New York. It is a part of the Town of Orangetown and is bordered by Sparkill to its north, Rockleigh and Alpine, NJ to its south, Tappan to its west, and the Hudson River to its east. The hamlet is home to several historic places including Sneden’s Landing, located in its eastern portion between the Hudson River and US Route 9W. Palisades was named after the steep rugged cliffs along the western banks of the Hudson in New York and New Jersey. Once claimed by both states, a king’s commission placed Palisades within the borders of the state of New York in 1769. The hamlet is less than an hour’s drive from New York City.

Fast Facts                                                             

• Palisades is accessible through the Palisades Interstate Parkway, NY Route 340 and US Route 9W.
• The area where the hamlet lies was known as Sneden’s Landing during the Revolutionary War. It was named after Mollie Sneden, a prominent resident in the area, who operated a ferry transporting passengers across the Hudson River to Dobbs Ferry.
• Palisades has at least nine landmarks and places listed in the National Register of Historic places.
• Several prominent names in the entertainment industry call or once called Palisades home. These artists include actors Aidan Quinn, Al Pacino, Bill Murray and singer/songwriter Björk.

Accommodation Tips

Visitors in Palisades are not provided plenty of accommodation options within the hamlet limits but there are plenty of choices in the neighboring towns in Rockland County. If you must stay within Palisades, secure a room at the Dolce Palisades Hotel. Aside from clean, comfortable guestrooms, the hotel features an indoor swimming pool, a fitness facility and an onsite restaurant. This hotel is 24 miles north of La Guardia Airport. Other lodging options in the area include RiverView Bed and Breakfast in Piermont, Residence Inn in Yonkers and Tarrytown House Estate on the Hudson in Tarrytown. Book your Palisades Hotels with Reservations.com.

Tourist Attractions

There are a number of must-see places in Palisades. Most of them are listed under the National Register of Historic Places like the Abner Concklin House, a two-story residence also known as the Old Yellow House. And then there’s the oldest dwelling in the hamlet, the Big House which dates back to 1735. There are other dwelling like the Little House and Haring-Eberle House and estates like the Seven Oaks and Neiderhurst that are worth a visit. Other historical landmarks in Palisades include Skunk Hollow and Cliffside.

Best Dining Spots

Good dining venues are scattered in and around Palisades, serving the best that the region has to offer. A Market is a great place for sandwiches and pastries served in an excellent atmosphere. This is a favourite among travellers passing through US Route 9W. If you’re craving for Mexican specialities, the offerings at Zapata’s would satisfy you. The restaurant claims to serve some of the best Mexican fares in all of Rockland County. Other good dining places in the hamlet include Peytonplates, Esplanade Palisades INC and the restaurant at Dolce Hotel.