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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Sonnenberg Gardens Estate and Mansion National Historic Park ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

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Sonnenberg Gardens Estate and Mansion National Historic Park
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2. Canandaigua ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Canandaigua
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3. Cooperstown

Cooperstown
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4. Niagara-on-the-Lake

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Niagara-on-the-Lake
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5. Corning

Corning
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6. Corning Museum of Glass

Category: Museums & Culture

7. Cumming Nature Center

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Cumming Nature Center
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8. East Aurora

East Aurora
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9. Erie Canal Way

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Erie Canal Way
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10. Geneva

Geneva
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11. Letchworth State Park

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Letchworth State Park
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12. Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge

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Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge
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13. Museum of the Earth

Category: Museums & Culture
Museum of the Earth
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14. Naples

Naples
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15. Cornell Lab of Ornithology

Cornell Lab of Ornithology
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16. Penn Dixie Fossil Park and Nature Reserve

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Penn Dixie Fossil Park and Nature Reserve
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17. The Rockwell Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
The Rockwell Museum
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18. Skaneateles

Skaneateles
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19. Stone Quarry Hill Art Park (SQHAP)

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Stone Quarry Hill Art Park (SQHAP)
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20. Stony Brook State Park

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Stony Brook State Park
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21. Taughannock Falls State Park

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Taughannock Falls State Park
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22. Turning Point Park

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Turning Point Park
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23. Victor

Victor
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24. Watkins Glen

Watkins Glen
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25. Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium

Category: Kids & Family
Whitworth Ferguson Planetarium
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Q: Why is Rochester an ideal location to explore the Finger Lakes Region?
  • A: Rochester is ideally located to explore the beautiful Finger Lakes Region, which has so much to offer visitors.
  • Q: What makes the Finger Lakes Region famous?
  • A: The region is famous for producing some of the best wines in the country, with many wineries, micro-breweries, and farm-to-fork restaurants to satisfy your inner Foodie.
  • Q: What outdoor adventures can visitors enjoy in the Finger Lakes Region?
  • A: If outdoor adventures are more to your liking, you will find many destinations that fit the bill, such as Stony Brook State Park, Taughannock Falls State Park, and the beautiful Montezuma Wildlife Refuge.
  • Q: Where can visitors go to explore the culture and history of the region?
  • A: To explore the culture and history of the region, you can visit cities like Geneva, Corning, and Canandaigua to tour wonderful museums and historic sites.
  • Q: Are there good dining options in the Finger Lakes Region?
  • A: Yes, the region offers a variety of farm-to-fork restaurants and micro-breweries that provide delicious local cuisine and beverages.

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