Location: Corning
Top Things to do in Corning
What to do and see in Corning, New York (NY): The Best Free Things to do
Corning is a city in Steuben County, New York, United States, on the Chemung River. The population was 11,183 at the 2010 census. It is named for Erastus Corning, an Albany financier and railroad executive who was an investor in the company that developed the community. The city is best known as the headquarters of Fortune 500 company Corning Incorporated, formerly Corning Glass Works, a manufacturer of glass and ceramic products for industrial, scientific and technical uses.
Restaurants in Corning
1. Finger Lakes Wine Country
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5.0 based on 532 reviews
Reviewed By missys1960 - Norfolk, United States
Saturday was a beautiful, crisp fall day in the Finger Lakes ???? ☀️ and a Seneca Lake Wine Tour with American Limousine Company driver JP was the event of the day. H*A*P*P*Y B*I*R*T*H*D*A*Y to me! Wineries visited: Wagner Vineyards, Hazlitt 1852 Vineyards, Leidenfrost Vineyards, Chateau LaFayette Reneau Note to self: Come back with more time & friends!
2. West End Gallery
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5.0 based on 20 reviews
West End Gallery celebrates 44 YEARS in business! Visitors to West End Gallery will find a wonderful selection of representational art. The Gallery features artwork by more than 50 exceptional artists. You will find changing exhibits of original art in a variety of mediums including oils, acrylics, watercolor, pastel, wood, bronze, glass and more! All glass is made locally. Upon receiving a warm welcome from a friendly, knowledgeable staff, you may wander through two floors of Gallery space at your leisure. We are located on Historic Market Street in Corning, NY. FREE admission. Main exhibit is wheelchair accessible. We're also family friendly. Pets are welcome too. Read about our updated processes and procedures: https://www.westendgallery.net/our-response-to-covid-19/
3. Gaffer District
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4.5 based on 263 reviews
Reviewed By emilyopple2 - Lancaster, United States
The Gaffer District is such a wonderful part of Corning, NY! Every restaurant/cafe has incredible food and the shops are great too. I love being able to enjoy locally owned places while on vacation and you certainly get that here. Plus - parking is FREE! Where else do you see that in a downtown? Do not miss walking around this awesome downtown.
4. Connors Mercantile
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4.5 based on 24 reviews
Reviewed By CandaceW110
While taking a Fall getaway in Corning NY we stumbled across this wonderful gift shop..the staff was amazing.. ..helpful and i cant wait to go back.Many things to choose from and a fantastic candy case ..yum.
5. Bottles and Corks
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4.5 based on 19 reviews
6. The Glass Menagerie
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4.5 based on 10 reviews
The Glass Menagerie is a historic venue in the lovely downtown area of Market Street that has been around since 1978. Come in and delve into the wonders of metalworking, woodcarving and above all, glass art. We have an amazing collection of work from artisans all over, local and abroad, and we are always updating our collection. You'd be hard pressed to find a collection this unique anywhere else.
7. Vitrix Hot Glass Studio
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4.5 based on 51 reviews
Located in the historic Hawkes Crystal Glass building, Vitrix Hot Glass Studio is part of the American studio glass movement. We combine the ancient techniques of glassblowing with our own contemporary designs to create pieces that are collectible, distinctive gifts for you or someone equally special. We invite you to visit us, watch the art of glassblowing, and browse our gallery. Our glassblowing hours are Monday - Friday, 9:00 to 4:00. The gallery is open Monday - Saturday from 10:00 - 8:00 and Sunday from 12:00 - 5:00 (seasonal hours may vary). Visit Vitrix Hot Glass Studio to explore the amazing art of hot glass.
8. Iron Flamingo Brewery
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4.0 based on 22 reviews
Our Mission is to brew, serve, and sell a unique combination of high quality premium craft beers in a relaxed friendly atmosphere while maintaining exceptional customer service. Come Taste Our Results.
9. The Cellar
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4.0 based on 16 reviews
