Things to Do in Upstate New York
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Cayuga Lake Creamery
Upstate New York
The Finger Lakes are a big dairy region, and that means it's a big ice cream region. Anyone who likes ice cream -- and we know...
Farm Tour
Corning Museum of Glass
Upstate New York
Children visiting a glass museum may sound a bit like "bulls in a china shop," but the Corning Museum of Glass is a very kid-friendly place. It encourages kids...
Art Museum
History Museum
Science & Nature Museum
Special Collection
Glenn H. Curtiss Museum
Upstate New York
Dedicated to entrepreneur and pioneering aviator Glenn Curtiss, this museum will be a big hit with kids who appreciate local history or all things mechanical. Giant engines, life-size model...
History Museum
Science & Nature Museum
Special Collection
Harris Hill Amusement Park
Upstate New York
Little kids don't have to stand by and watch as their older siblings have all the fun at this amusement park -- bumper cars, a carousel, and mini-putt all come...
Amusement Park
Hickory Hill Family Camping Resort
Upstate New York
When this camp resort is in full swing (from May to September) it's a town in itself, complete with on-site spa and wellness center. Kids, many of whom are...
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Park
Hiking
Swimming
Bicycling
Rockwell Museum of Western Art
Upstate New York
Before your teen starts to roll his or her eyes, offer them some comfort: The Rockwell Museum has nothing to do with Norman Rockwell (although one of his prints is...
Art Museum
Special Collection
History Museum
Skyland Farm & Café
Upstate New York
Interesting artwork, local products, and amazing views make it a good stop with baby in a frontpack carrier; farm animals will amuse toddlers (as will the sandbox, standing tractor, and...
Specialty Food Store
Boutique
Petting Zoo
Strong National Museum of Play
Upstate New York
Just try to get the kids to leave here once they've set foot inside. From Sesame Street (where you can sit on the stoop or in Big Bird's nest) to...
Special Collection
History Museum
Tanglewood Nature Center
Upstate New York
Animal lovers (and curious kids) will enjoy observing the 43 types of live animals on display at the Tanglewood Nature Center. Anyone who likes to be close to nature will...
Science & Nature Museum
Park
Skiing
Hiking
Snowshoeing
Watkins Glen International
Upstate New York
If they loved the movie "Cars," kids will get a real kick out of the Thunder Road Tour, which lets them watch from the backseat as mom or dad maneuver...
Racetrack
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