Yonkers Travel Guide

Yonkers is a huge city in the state of New York, situated right next to the state's namesake city. In a beautiful setting next to the Hudson River, and with countless excellent dining, shopping and nightlife options in addition to historical sites and nature trails, Yonkers is a great place to spend a few days.

Things to Do in Yonkers

Taking a trip to the Hudson River Museum is a great place to start in Yonkers. The museum discusses the history of the city over the years and helps travelers get their bearings. The beautiful Untermyer Gardens are also a must while in town. The walled gardens contain stunning floral lawns that have been influenced by global cultures -- containing rock gardens, temples and Japanese zen-style gardens. For shopping in Yonkers, Ridge Hill is the place to go.

Best Time to Visit Yonkers

With the exception of the winter months that often see heavy snowfall, Yonkers can be visited all year round. October is an especially nice time to travel as the temperatures are warm, the fall foliage is beautiful, and Yonkers even hosts its own film festival (YoFi).