Cadet Chapel
Soaring Gothic stonework with the world's largest church organ of its kind.
West Point
The US Military Academy on a Hudson River bluff, America's oldest service academy, whose graduates include Grant, Lee, Eisenhower and Patton.
Founded in 1802 at a Revolutionary War fort, it has gray Gothic buildings and views up the Hudson. Guided bus tours take visitors to the cadet chapel and Trophy Point.
The West Point Museum in the visitor center area is free.
- Best Time
- September to October
- Time Needed
- Half a day
- Cost Level
- $$$$
- Open
- Tours most days; check the schedule
- Getting There
- About 90 minutes north of New York City by car.
What to See
0 of 3 are freeTrophy Point
Hudson Valley views and the great chain that blocked the British.
Army football
Saturdays at Michie Stadium in the fall.
Know Before You Go
- Access to the post is by guided tour for most visitors.
- A government photo ID is required.
- Fall colors are glorious.
Where to Stay
Base yourself in New York City or the Hudson Valley.
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Last checked 2026-11-01. Part of the Northeast list.