Overview
Harrison is a town and village in Westchester County, New York.
3 things to do · 8 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 2 places to stay
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Best things about Harrison
Ron Belmont Pool Complex
This resort includes a main pool with a zero-gravity entrance that goes up to depths of six feet, a young children's pool that goes up to depths of 12 inches, and two plastic water slides (one open and one closed). There…
Haunted Dead End
(Only on Halloween). Every Halloween, a group of family and friends set up one of the most freightening experiences for anyone who is in the area. This isn't your typical haunted house walkthough, yet more of a stage ful…
Silver Lake
(During some parts of the winter). On the border of West Harrison rests Silver Lake, where with the proper permits and a small boat you can fish on the lake during the spring and summer. Also during the winter when there…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 84°F; winter lows dip to about 22°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Oct and Jun. (climate data from nearby Pleasantville)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- HPN Westchester County Airport, White Plains — 4 mi away. Directions
- LGA LaGuardia Airport, New York — 18 mi away (major hub). Directions
Harrison is located in Westchester County and bordered by White Plains, Rye town, Rye city and Mamaroneck. The New England Thruway (I-95) runs through the town (without any interchanges) as well as the Cross Westchester Expressway and the Hutchinson River Parkway. In addition, I-684 passes through Harrison and ends at the Cross Westchester Expressway and the Hutchinson Parkway.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Ron Belmont Pool Complex, Haunted Dead End
- Lunch TNT Luncheonette
- Afternoon Silver Lake
- Dinner Sofia's Pizza & Restaurant
- Evening Uncle Henry's
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Breakfast: Harrison has some wonderful restaurants. Stay away from the Harrison Bagel Shop because there have been cockroach sightings!
Cuisine (tap to filter)
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Get in
Harrison is located in Westchester County and bordered by White Plains, Rye town, Rye city and Mamaroneck. The New England Thruway (I-95) runs through the town (without any interchanges) as well as the Cross Westchester Expressway and the Hutchinson River Parkway. In addition, I-684 passes through Harrison and ends at the Cross Westchester Expressway and the Hutchinson Parkway.
By plane
Airports closest to Harrison, NY are JFK and LaGuardia. If you are flying in from somewhere local such as Florida, you can fly into Westchester Airport. One can also fly into Newark Airport but it is the farthest of the four.
By car
When coming from the north on I-95, take Exit 19 and when coming from the south, take Exit 21.
By train
Go Harrison railway station
Get around
You can walk around the town of Harrison. The most common way to get around is by car but there are taxi services available. Children often ride bicycles. There are various parking lots throughout the town and street parking.
Do
Do Ron Belmont Pool Complex
This resort includes a main pool with a zero-gravity entrance that goes up to depths of six feet, a young children's pool that goes up to depths of 12 inches, and two plastic water slides (one open and one closed). There is also a snack-bar and outdoor dining area.
Do Haunted Dead End
(Only on Halloween). Every Halloween, a group of family and friends set up one of the most freightening experiences for anyone who is in the area. This isn't your typical haunted house walkthough, yet more of a stage full of actors covered in the terrifying costumes, chasing around trick-or-treaters up and down the block.
Do Silver Lake
(During some parts of the winter). On the border of West Harrison rests Silver Lake, where with the proper permits and a small boat you can fish on the lake during the spring and summer. Also during the winter when there is a period of consecutive days under freezing temperatures, the lake will freeze and town officials allow people to skate on the lake.
Buy
There are many shops in the town of Harrison. If you are looking for clothing stores, the town of Rye has many and is about a 5-minute drive.
Harrison- Gold Rush Jewelers, Harrison Smoke Shop, Verizon
Rye- Victoria's Secret, Havana Jeans, Longford's Ice Cream, Shoes N More, Rhythm in Rye
Eat
Breakfast: Harrison has some wonderful restaurants. Stay away from the Harrison Bagel Shop because there have been cockroach sightings!
Eat TNT Luncheonette
If you are looking for a breakfast/ lunch place, TNT is a cozy space with a traditional diner-style counter and bar stools, and a small area in the back with a few chairs and tables. The diner offers cereals, eggs, toast, home fries, bacon and other breakfast staples. The friendly owners and waitstaff has garnered the restaurant a loyal customer base. With its reasonable prices, customers can snag lunch for under $5 and lunch for under $10.
Eat Trattoria Vivolo
Authentic Italian restaurant in an old cable car.
Eat Aquario
Another upscale restaurant that offers fine Portuguese and Brazilian cuisine. The menu and prices change regularly due to picking the freshest foods in season, yet normally prices range from $20-50 per meal.
Drink
Drink Uncle Henry's
Casual jeans and sneaker attire. Lots of locals.
Sleep
Go next
- New York City is about a 35-minute drive from Harrison or about a 50-minute train ride. The Harrison train station goes to New York City on the New Haven line.
- White Plains – about a 20-minute drive from Harrison
- Rye Brook
- Rye – Rye Playland features rides, beach and boardwalk, swimming pool, miniature golf, and ice skating
Nearby
Rye Brook
City / town · 8 listings · 2 mi away
Purchase
City / town · 4 listings · 2 mi away
Rye
City / town · 4 listings · 3 mi away
Port Chester
City / town · 8 listings · 3 mi away
Scarsdale
City / town · 4 listings · 4 mi away
White Plains
City / town · 17 listings · 4 mi away
Mamaroneck
City / town · 9 listings · 4 mi away
Eastchester
City / town · 2 listings · 6 mi away
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