Location: Cooperstown
Top Things to do in Cooperstown
The 10 Best Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Cooperstown, New York (NY)
Located in the foothills of the Catskills Mountains, Cooperstown is proud to be a one-stoplight town, with quiet streets and charming old homes, sitting amidst the natural beauty of Otsego County. The area is home to the National Baseball Hall of Fame, the National Soccer Hall of Fame, the Fenimore Art Museum and the Glimmerglass Opera. Otsego County is also a popular destination for activities as diverse as antiquing, horseback riding and golf.
Restaurants in Cooperstown
1. Glimmerglass Opera
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 253 reviews
A popular opera and musical theater company, offering innovative productions and theatrical events every summer.
2. Cooperstown Bat Company
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5.0 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By Noanie - Montgomeryville, United States
We went to both the store in Cooperstown and the factory in Hartwick. Both experiences were enjoyable and made more so by our tour guide, Kyle, at the bat factory and our salesman, Kyle 2.0 (LOL), in the town. We really enjoyed seeing the bats be made one at a time. The programmable lathe was interesting but even more interesting was Kyle's ability to take the bat from the lathe and finish it for painting with practiced pro moves in a just a few seconds. He walked us through the process and answered our many questions with great interpersonal skills and a wonderful sense of humor. There are no 'set' tour times ... just show up but avoid lunch hour.
3. Yastrzemski Sports
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5.0 based on 9 reviews
4. National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum
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4.5 based on 3,619 reviews
The National Baseball Hall of Fame is a nonprofit committed to preserving the history of America's pastime and celebrating the legendary players, managers, umpires and executives who have made the game a fan favorite for more than a century. Preserving History. Honoring Excellence. Connecting Generations.
Reviewed By disneyguy333 - Clifton Park, United States
Although I have been to the Hall of Fame several times over the past several years, it never gets old and it's constantly being updated. On this visit I ventured to the 3rd floor for the first time in a few years and was impressed with the amazing exhibits on stadiums, statistics and new interactive displays. The actuall Hall was decorated for the Christmas season and there were many displays celebrating the 2017 World Champion Houston Astros. Although the World Series exhibit won't be open for a while, there were highlights of the game playing :) Overall a great visit and definitely worth the trip from anywhere for true baseball fans.
5. Fenimore Art Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 649 reviews
Located inside a neo-Georgian mansion with terraced gardens overlooking Otsego Lake, this museum features fine collections of American art, James Fenimore Cooper memorabilia and historic photographs. (Closed January 1 - March 31) New exhibitions open April 1.
Reviewed By R4960NKjustinw - Hasbrouck Heights, United States
The Kenimore Museum is a nice little museum with lots to see and experience. The museum packs a lot exhibits and ideas into a small space. It is three floors of interesting art. The second floor which serves as the main floor is dedicated to American art and the Hudson River School works, the bottom floor is dedicated to Native American Art through the Thaw Foundation donation. The Third Floor has modern era art and special exhibitions, this time being of wood carvings. The views through the windows are of the grounds and the lake and it is just beautiful especially this time of year with the foliage change. You could spend several hours in this museum just admiring the works and seeing how the collections are mounted. The works are very interesting so take time out to see and experience the whole place.
6. Hyde Hall
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4.5 based on 174 reviews
TEMPORARILY CLOSED FOR THE WINTER—OFF-SEASON OFFICE HOURS, Monday- Friday 10 AM - 4 PM: Hyde Hall is a 50-room Regency-style neoclassic stone English manor house that was built between 1817 and 1835. Now a museum, Hyde Hall offers a walk into the past with fabulous views of Otsego Lake and the surrounding countryside. Hourly guided tours are available May through October, with tours departing from Tin Top, the Visitors' Center, beginning at 10 am through to 3 pm. CLOSED FOR THE WINTER: IN-SEASON HOURS (MAY 27 THROUGH OCTOBER 31st) 10am-4pm; ADMISSION PRICES: $15 Adults; $12 Seniors (62+), Military and Youth (ages 6 – 17); Children (5 & under) free.
Reviewed By Lovetotravelitaly2
A wonderful house from the 1800's in the style of an English country house. Fine furnishing and textiles. Currently undergoing historic restoration, you can see the work in progress.
7. Clark Sports Center
8. Cooperstown Distillery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By lawtonjl2002
My wife and I stopped in to learn about the local distillery and their products. The people we interacted with were very friendly, knowledgeable, and patient. We were there to learn and taste a few samples. The product is top quality and you can taste the difference from the big brands that you find in liquor stores. If your in town for any event take the time to find this gem.
9. Riverwood Gifts
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4.5 based on 22 reviews
Riverwood Gifts is a wonderfully unique shop on Cooperstown's Main Street that features toys, fun and games for the kids 0-93. Jewelry and fine Handbags for her. Puzzles and games and amazing items for the whole family. Proudly offering quality handbags, belts and jewelry by Brighton Handbags.
Reviewed By RonL40 - Utica, United States
Great place to purchase local ... fun gifts, beautiful leather selection (thanks for recommending the travel bag for which I've been searching for several years!). The staff are very knowledgeable and very friendly. Fun place to browse for a thank you gift or just a surprise for yourself. Will be stopping by every time we are in Cooperstown.
10. Cooperstown Farmers' Market
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 49 reviews
Make one stop at the market to find everything you need to enjoy our diverse local bounty. Thirty growers, producers, and artisans, all located within 50 miles, provide your weekly staples including fresh seasonal produce, pasture raised meats, handmade breads, artisan cheeses, bottled milk and eggs. Round out your shopping list with honey, flowers, maple syrup, sweet treats, artisan crafts and more! The market also features live music every Saturday, May through December. Sponsored by Otsego 2000 since 1991. The Cooperstown Farmers' Market hours change seasonally. We also have Tuesday hours in the summer months. SATURDAYS: January through April - 10 a.m. To 2 p.m. May through December - 9 a.m. To 2 p.m. TUESDAYS: July, August & September - 12 to 5 p.m.
Reviewed By 29Lorenzo
We come up for the Glimmerglass Festival every year and stop by the Cooperstown Farmers' Market Saturday morning. We are fortunate to have a small refrigerator in our hotel room to store the wonderful, inexpensive (compared to where I live) produce we purchase at the market. Gorgeous beets ($2/bunch), huge heads of cauliflower ($3), heirloom tomatoes, lettuce mixes, etc. Always an extensive selection of vendors and products. Lots of delicious jams and preserves to bring home as gifts. Bring a big market bag to bring home all your delicious finds. The market is open Saturdays and Tuesdays. Easy to find right off Main Street.
