Finger Lakes Things To Do

Housing the most celebrated collection of glass in the world, this mammoth museum offers comprehensive historical exhibits, modern and contemporary art displays, interactive exhibits on the science of glass for both kids and adults, and a vast array of glassmaking classes and demonstrations for both young and old.

This comprehensive museum dedicated to motorless flight and soaring, pays tribute to the region’s social and economic history (Elmira is the “Soaring Capital of America”) with lectures, contests, symposia, and a stunning collection of sailplanes.

Featuring nine miles of trails and a museum, the Tanglewood Nature Center is also home to several dozen varieties of animals in live displays. Programs for children involve hands-on, adventure-based workshops and classes.

With the largest collection of western art in the eastern United States, the Rockwell houses large-scale paintings of cowboys and Indians, landscapes (O’Keefe and Adams), sculpture, and contemporary Native American art.

The oldest of the region’s many state parks is dotted with 19 waterfalls as well as numerous gorges, deep pools, and glacier-sculpted rocks. The park invites camping, picnics, and trail hiking, and the entrance is right in town amidst dining, lodging, and other conveniences.

The region’s majestic farmland vistas provide a sharp contrast to the sights and sounds of this world-class raceway. Watkins Glen International is host to NASCAR’s Winston Cup, Crafstman Truck, Busch, and SCCA racing events, as well as the premier vintage event, the Zippo U.S. Vintage Grand Prix.

Launching from the Southern end of Seneca Lake, Captain Bill’s hosts lunch, a traditional seated dinner, and cocktail cruises with selections prepared by an in-house chef, all throughout the summer. The teen cruise features pizza, sodas, and a DJ.

Extremely popular with locals and visitors, Thali of India’s vast array of dinner entrees...more