This historic town, just 35 minutes by train from New York’s Grand Central Station, is famous around the world for its legend of a headless horseman, said to still ride through the town’s cemetery on moonless nights.

The town leans into that legend, of course, especially around Halloween. But for most visitors it is the charming buildings, first-rate food, and relaxing vibe of the village and nearby Tarrytown they enjoy the most.

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