Top Things to do in Cobleskill
Top 9 Things to do in Cobleskill, United States
Discover the best top things to do in Cobleskill, United States including Howe Caverns, Schoharie Valley Farms/The Carrot Barn, Secret Caverns, Spring House Spa, Iroquois Indian Museum, Tagua Nut Gift Shop & Cafe, Secret Caverns, The Studio for Art and Craft, Maple Hill Farm Enterprises.
Restaurants in Cobleskill
1. Howe Caverns
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 842 reviews
At the great cave of the Northeast, an elevator takes you 156’below ground. The doors open into a prehistoric underground cavern 6,000,000 years in the making! Trained tour guides help negotiate the cave and teach about its magnificent natural features. Back on the surface, mine for gemstones at Howe Caverns Mining Co. Beginning summer 2011, enjoy the first phase of Howe High Adventures—featuring ropes courses, climbing walls, zip lines and more!
Reviewed By Liquorpus - Copiague, New York
Took a trip upstate to get away for an extended weekend, decided to stop at the cavern. Was pleasantly surprised, good way you'll some time if you're into this sort of stuff. I recommend giving it a try, but go earlier in the year so you can go zip lining. That was closed for the season.
2. Schoharie Valley Farms/The Carrot Barn
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 85 reviews
Reviewed By NY_Dog_Mama - Saratoga Springs, New York
I stopped her today for lunch and ordered ham and cheese on a croissant with honey mustard. The croissant was so flaky and delicious!! There is also a large assortment of cakes, cupcakes, cookies, brownies, donuts, etc. If you don't need lunch there's a nursery and huge assortment of fruit, veggies, soaps, lotions, dairy, meat....really a one stop shop. The "barn" itself is set up so perfectly. Everything is artfully arranged and looks so appetizing!! Really a fun place to visit.
3. Secret Caverns
Overall Ratings
4 based on 183 reviews
Reviewed By Chris K
Visited Secret Caverns somewhat on a whim after we had planned a day trip to Howe Caverns. We had finished up at Howe, saw the signs and figured why not?
The best comparison I could give you is that Howe Caverns is a well-oiled tourism machine to teach about science, and Secret Caverns is like your hippie uncle bought a cavern and he really wants to share it with you because it's cool.
We did our tour of Secret Caverns with a total of 6 people, and four of them were our family - which was really nice. Our tour guide had a sarcastic dry sense of humor that we all truly enjoyed.
The steps to and from the cavern were a little rough while carrying our two year old, but once we were down, she had a blast. Being prepared with appropriate footwear is key - there's a few spots where it's a little muddy/wet.
Overall, great experience! Different/quirky/wacky especially when visiting immediately after Howe's - but really fun nonetheless.
4. Spring House Spa
Overall Ratings
5 based on 78 reviews
The opening of the Spring House Spa marks the return of spa services to historic Sharon Springs. We offer a menu of restorative programs that include skincare, massage, exfoliations and body wraps. Our carefully selected retail lines feature botanical products that naturally beautify the body, face and home. The Spring House Spa combines the luxury and amenities of a modern spa with the hospitality and old world charm that is uniquely Sharon Springs.
Reviewed By svan1 - Westchester
Property is charming. Staff were super welcoming. Therapist took a good deal of time with us prior to massage, customizing our aromatherapy oils (which we were sweetly packaged and presented to us to keep after services). An ultra personal experience, and technically, the best massage I have ever had. I left feeling thoroughly relaxed and more centered. We will definitely be returning for services during our "Girls" get away in the Fall.
5. Iroquois Indian Museum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 48 reviews
The Iroquois Indian Museum building is a work of art designed in the shape and spirit of the old longhouses that once graced the valleys of upstate New York. Visitors walk through the Museum in a counter- clockwise direction mimicking Skywoman’s movements as she created earth on Turtle’s back. Archeology exhibits focus on the ancestors of the Iroquois from 10,000 years ago until European contact. History exhibits highlight the men’s realm of hunting, warfare, chieftainships, and games and the women’s realm of the longhouse, the clans, the crops, and politics. The Museum represents the worlds most comprehensive collection of modern Iroquois art work. This collection celebrates the ancient unity of the Iroquois still expressed in the creative spirit of today’s artists. A special interactive Children’s area introduces young visitors to Iroquois traditions through a variety of crafts, games and technologies. A guide posted Nature Park of 45 acres is open year round for walks, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
Reviewed By 20hdk
This seemed a pretty small place. But looking through the eyes of young children, it was just right. Since the day was built around them, that was a win. We got a $1 per person discount from our Howe Caverns tickets, a nice thing. We spent most of our time downstairs in the Children's museum. But that day they had beadwork demonstrations and a bread craft area for children. Score!
I didn't see lots of parking area but it wasn't crowded. The drive is circular so easy in and out. We have a small motorhome and had to park along the edge of the road to give cars room to get by us. We had no problem but it might be a little harder on an RV if the lot fills up.
Nice folks, interesting information and displays. What it lacks in size, it has in interest.
6. Tagua Nut Gift Shop & Cafe
Overall Ratings
5 based on 12 reviews
The Tagua Nut Gift Shop & Café is a gift shop that buys Fair Traded products from Artisans in many different countries. Most products come from the Andes & Coastal Regions of Ecuador. We also feature products crafted by our very own Local Artisans in and around Schoharie County. We expanded the gift shop into a coffee & deli café in December of 2015. We are now serving breakfast sandwiches & lunch menu items! We offer "all natural" deli meat sandwiches, vegetable paninis, fresh bakery items, soups & sides. We continue to be the "go to" place for all your gift-giving needs. Stop by & check out our wide assortment of Alpaca blankets, scarves, hats, gloves, ponchos and socks! We also serve Dean's Beans Organic & Fair Traded Whole Bean coffee. Coffee is available for purchase & can be ground FRESH for you! Join us for lunch!
Reviewed By Alice D - Schenectady, New York, United States
The atmosphere in this little gift shop is so warm and inviting. There are so many different and unique items from many different countries. Its pretty cool that this shop promotes "Fair Trade" items from countries that might not have a reasonable outlet for their crafts. It benefits both the families and communities in these countries. You will find many treasures here and also an opportunity to help these artisians in their country too....AND they have the best coffee around too! This is TOP for me in Cobleskill
7. Secret Caverns
Overall Ratings
4 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By Rita S - Brevard County, Florida
Terrific caverns to tour & explore. Guided tours available at frequent times everyday. Knowledgeable guide. Interesting rock formations. Lots of stairs. Breathtaking views. Incredible underground waterfall. Very humid in that part of cavern. Watch head and footing. Some areas are damp from moisture. Nice gift shop. Well worth a visit. Modest admission price.
8. The Studio for Art and Craft
Overall Ratings
5 based on 4 reviews
A walk in art and craft studio. Choose a project - paint pottery, make jewelry, paint on canvas, fuse glass, do mosaics and more! Something for everyone.
Reviewed By jcarp2103 - Cobleskill, New York
I've visited the Studio for Art & Craft probably close to a 100 times over the years. I've taken their Paint and Sip classes, their pottery wheel 6wk class, and am actually taking a glass fusing class tonite. My son held an elementary school birthday party here, and I've also sent him to some of their camp programs over the years!
This place is fabulous! The staff is professional, knowledgeable and attentive. They offer a wide range of activities for pretty much any artsy-craftsy type project, and I cannot express how much kids LOOOOOVE their programs!!!
I'll be back here 100 more times, I'm sure!! Fabulous place with fabulous staff! Great addition to Main St, Cobleskill.
9. Maple Hill Farm Enterprises
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
Reviewed By Rogerl53 - Albany, NY
New York State is a major producer of maple syrup and Maple Hill Farms is a showplace of the process. Every March maple producers in the state hold an open house on two weekends. Maple Hill Farms is open both weekends, and a sign on the door indicates that they are open at other times, too. Call them at 866 291-8100 if you are interested in visiting to be sure of their hours.
Maple Hill Farms has a friendly staff who love to tell about their primary product, the syrup. Be sure to join a tour of the boiling room to see (and smell, yum!) how the sap from the trees is reduced to syrup. You will learn all about maple syrup and its production.
The Farms also have a showroom that feature their own products. In addition to syrup they also have maple sugar, maple cream, cookie mix, books, and maple coffee (which I am drinking as I write this). You can also purchase the components necessary to tap your own trees!
On Maple Weekends they offer hay rides which are a hit with the kids.
Maple Hill Farms is located about 45 minutes west of Albany and just a bit south of US Route 20. They are not too far from Cooperstown, Amsterdam, and Utica. It is an easy drive through scenic country no matter which way you go.
It is important to note that the maple season is dependent on the weather. If it is too cold or to warm the sap will not flow and the producers cannot boil. We have visited Maple Hill several times over the past few years and even when they are not boiling to make the syrup it is still interesting and fun.
And, yes, the syrup tastes great!
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