Overview
Warwick is a charming and wealthy historical town of 32,000 (2020) in Orange Country, just across the state line from northwestern New Jersey.
7 sights · 1 things to do · 6 places to eat · 1 bars & cafés · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Warwick
Baird's Tavern
Historic building, built in 1766 and notable for hosting George Washington in 1783.
Railway Station
Constructed in 1894, as the railway improved Warwick's financial condition by allowing easy transport of dairy products to nearby New York City. The building maintains its architectural appeal, even though it now houses …
Old School Baptist Meeting House
This landmark church-like building was built in 1810, to replace the original 1784 Baptist Meeting House nearby, which had become too small. Now it's owned by the Warwick Historical Society, who maintains it as a histori…
W.T. Anderson building
Built in 1890 as a department store, this noteworthy large brick building (described as "Romanesque Revival") continues to house small retail shops today.
Christ Church
Home of the Episcopal Church in Warwick, the present church was built in 1976 to replace the original 1865-66 church building that burned down in 1975.
Warwick Historical Society
The Historical Society often hosts temporary exhibits about local history, as well as various events. They can also provide information for a self-guided walking tour to several of the historic buildings in the village c…
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Sep. Summer highs reach about 82°F; winter lows dip to about 21°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Sep and Mar. (climate data from nearby Briarcliff Manor)
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.
- SWF New York Stewart International Airport, Newburgh — 22 mi away. Directions
- TEB Teterboro Airport, Teterboro — 32 mi away. Directions
- EWR Newark Liberty International Airport, Newark — 40 mi away (major hub). Directions
I-84 is the nearest major roadway. Local routes 94, 13, and 17A all go through Warwick. Parking on Main St is metered, but there's a free 4-hour lot on Main St (near the church and CVS), and a free 12-hour lot on Spring St, a block behind Main St.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
- Typical meal: about $30 per person at listed restaurants.
See the Sleep guide ↓ for places to stay.
Sample 2-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Pacem in Terris, Baird's Tavern
- Lunch Chateau Hathorn
- Afternoon Old School Baptist Meeting House, Christ Church
- Dinner The Blarney Station
- Evening Warwick Valley Winery
Day 2
- Morning Railway Station, W.T. Anderson building
- Lunch Bellvale Farms Creamery
- Afternoon Warwick Historical Society, Greenwood Lake
- Dinner Limoncello at the Orange Inn
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
Warwick boasts a surprising number of restaurants and other eateries, in the village center and within the larger town boundaries. Many are located around Main St and South St, especially in the area immediately around the railroad station.
Cuisine (tap to filter)
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Understand
This article covers the Villages of Florida, Greenwood Lake and Warwick and the hamlets of Amity, Bellvale, Edenville, Little York, Pine Island, New Milford and Sterling Forest.
Get in
By car
I-84 is the nearest major roadway. Local routes 94, 13, and 17A all go through Warwick. Parking on Main St is metered, but there's a free 4-hour lot on Main St (near the church and CVS), and a free 12-hour lot on Spring St, a block behind Main St.
By bus
NJ Transit buses 196 and 197 provide transport to Warwick from the Port Authority Bus Terminal.
Get around
Most sites, shops, and restaurants are centered around Main Street and its side streets, and that downtown area is easily walkable.
See
See Baird's Tavern
Historic building, built in 1766 and notable for hosting George Washington in 1783.
See Railway Station
Constructed in 1894, as the railway improved Warwick's financial condition by allowing easy transport of dairy products to nearby New York City. The building maintains its architectural appeal, even though it now houses a real estate office.
See Old School Baptist Meeting House
This landmark church-like building was built in 1810, to replace the original 1784 Baptist Meeting House nearby, which had become too small. Now it's owned by the Warwick Historical Society, who maintains it as a historical building.
See W.T. Anderson building
Built in 1890 as a department store, this noteworthy large brick building (described as "Romanesque Revival") continues to house small retail shops today.
See Christ Church
Home of the Episcopal Church in Warwick, the present church was built in 1976 to replace the original 1865-66 church building that burned down in 1975.
See Warwick Historical Society
The Historical Society often hosts temporary exhibits about local history, as well as various events. They can also provide information for a self-guided walking tour to several of the historic buildings in the village center.
Do
- Summer Arts Festival
- Warwick Valley Jazz Festival
- Hudson Valley Jazz Festival (where Richard Kimball performed)
Do Greenwood Lake
A separate village within the town of Warwick, Greenwood Lake sits on the shore of the lake with the same name. Lakefront access is limited, but there is a stretch of beach (with a picturesque gazebo) and smaller shops and cafes just a few blocks away.
Buy
Shop Warwick Valley Olive Oil Company
Offering a rotating selection of artisanal flavored olive oils and vinegars. Great as gifts or in your own kitchen.
Shop Candy Apple Shoppe
High-quality, local, handmade chocolates, and a large selection of candy apples and other treats worth trying.
Eat
Warwick boasts a surprising number of restaurants and other eateries, in the village center and within the larger town boundaries. Many are located around Main St and South St, especially in the area immediately around the railroad station.
- Tuscan Cafe, South St, has hot drinks and various baked goods (including vegan options!) made fresh on-site. With eclectic, homey seating and local artists' work on the walls.
Eat Bellvale Farms Creamery
Offers handmade high-quality ice cream, with an amazing view out over the valley.
Eat Limoncello at the Orange Inn
Excellent food, fantastic service.
Eat Tuxedo Sushi
Outstanding sushi with friendly staff. Nicely located just off Rt. 17.
Eat The Blarney Station
Serves American and Irish cuisine.
Eat Chateau Hathorn
The restaurant provides French and Swiss delicacies within a colonial-era mansion. The building also has options for lodging and a wine cellar with over 10000 bottles.
Eat Galloway Grill
Mostly known for its desserts and burgers, but you can also order food for any meal of the day.
Drink
Drink Warwick Valley Winery
Outside of Warwick center, but still within the town borders, this winery produces wines, ciders, and stronger alcoholic beverages. This is the only distillery in the Hudson Valley, and it concentrates on Eau De Vie de Pome—apple brandy—a little taste of Calvados on this side of the Atlantic. Two regulation sized bocce courts are open to patrons, bakery and cafe on site.
Sleep
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