What to do and see in New York, United States: The Best Visitor Centers

July 5, 2021 Brain Ambrose

New York State has it all – booming metropolises, majestic waterfalls, mountains, wine country, chicken wings. Yes, NYC is a magnet for tourists, but an exploration of the rest of the state can be equally thrilling. The Finger Lakes Wine Region is a vision of serene waters, quaint B&Bs, and pretty vineyards. Movie buffs will love Rochester, home of the George Eastman House and one of the world’s most comprehensive film archives. On your way to Niagara Falls, stop in Buffalo to fuel up on spicy wings.
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1. New York Information Centre

Highway 90 Service Center Route: I-90 - NYS Thruway Direction: Eastbound, Batavia, NY 14036 +1 585-762-9047 http://www.thruway.ny.gov/travelers/travelplazas/index.cgi
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New York Information Centre

2. Finger Lakes Wine Country

1 W Market St, Corning, NY 14830-2680 +1 607-936-0706 [email protected] http://www.fingerlakeswinecountry.com
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Finger Lakes Wine Country

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!

3. Hill Cumorah Visitors Center

603 New York 21, Palmyra, NY 14522 +1 315-597-5851 [email protected] http://www.hillcumorah.org/index.php
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Hill Cumorah Visitors Center

Learn about the events that occurred on and near the Hill Cumorah in the 1820s, such as Joseph Smith Jr.'s First Vision, the visits of the angel Moroni, and the translation of the Book of Mormon. Tours are free.

4. The New NY Bridge Outreach Centers

142 Main St Rockland Outreach Center, Nyack, NY 10960-3002 http://www.newnybridge.com/visitors-welcome-project-outreach-centers-one-stop-shop-for-information-and-answers/
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The New NY Bridge Outreach Centers

5. New NY Bridge Outreach Center

2 N Broadway, Tarrytown, NY 10591-3202 http://www.newnybridge.com/visitors-welcome-project-outreach-centers-one-stop-shop-for-information-and-answers/
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New NY Bridge Outreach Center

6. Catskill Center

43355 State Highway 28 Next to the Fire Station, Arkville, NY 12406 +1 845-586-2611 [email protected] http://catskillcenter.org
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Catskill Center

The Catskill Center in Arkville is home to the Erpf Gallery, the Catskill Mountain Quilters Hall of Fame, a small bookstore and visitor information center, all of which are open to the public. The Catskill Center is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and enrichment of the environmental, cultural and economic resources of the Catskills.

7. Overlook at Taughannock Visitor Center

2281 Taughannock Park Rd, Trumansburg, NY 14886 +1 607-209-0008 [email protected] http://www.visitithaca.com/attractions/taughannock-overlook-visitors-center
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Overlook at Taughannock Visitor Center

Stop by the visitor center located in a beautifully constructed three season building steps from the tallest waterfall east of the Rockies: Taughannock Falls. Chat with a Visitor Experience Specialist to learn what more awaits you in the Finger Lakes and pick up the latest Ithaca is Gorges themed souvenir or apparel. This Visitor Center is open (weather dependent) Thursday through Monday from 10am-5pm from May to October. Taughannock Falls State Park often meets capacity on weekends. When this happens, all entrances to the park may close for a 2-3 hour period. This includes the parking lot for this visitor center and Waterfall Overlook area. Please note social distancing and facial coverings are required in New York State. You will need a mask to enter lodging properties, restaurants, stores, attractions and to enjoy trails in our community. Please enjoy your visit and help us to stop the spread of COVID-19.

Reviewed By TravelingUpstateNY - Chatham, United States

part of taughannock falls, great place to start with distanced gift store with maps and info very nice hikes

8. North Country Welcome Center

43350 Collins Landing Road By the Thousand Islands Bridge, Alexandria Bay, NY 13607 +1 315-215-4187 [email protected] http://www.iloveny.com/listing/north-country-welcome-center/128426/
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North Country Welcome Center

Stop in and enjoy the boathouse-themed architecture, take a photo of the Boldt Castle mural, stroll the gallery, and pick up snacks at the Taste NY vending machines (or stop by the Taste NY market in season. Visit: http://ccejefferson.org/local-foods/taste-ny for up-to-date hours.) The Taste NY market has freshly prepared breakfast foods, sandwiches, soups and pizza made with local ingredients; coffee, tea, juice and water; and many unique food and local artisan products perfect for you or to give as gifts. Find a tourist information center with resources to assist with trip-planning, fresh local food products and gifts for sale, bathrooms, car-charging stations, playground and pet-comfort area.

9. United States Military Academy Visitors Center

2107 New South Post, West Point, NY 10996-2001 +1 845-938-2638 [email protected] http://www.westpoint.edu/about/public-affairs/visitors-center
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United States Military Academy Visitors Center

The premier US military academy.

Reviewed By DERtravels - Upland, United States

We had a combined bus walking tour of the Academy’s grounds. Tours begin at the visitor center and you can either do a 1.5 hour tour or a 2 hour tour. On our tour we made stops at the Main Cadet Chapel, Trophy Point, the Battle Monument and the Parade Field. The cadet chapel holds 1,000 and was built in 1910. Amazing the books are all perfectly aligned. During the tour you hear the history, learn the honor code, the motto. You see the homes of the superintendents. You hear of typical disciplinary actions for various offenses. The guide leads you through the rivalry between the academies and their shenanigans at Millionaire view. Make sure to leave time before you leave to visit the museum and gift shop. Many options

10. High Peaks Information Center

Adirondack Loj Road, Lake Placid, NY 12946-4206 +1 518-523-3441 http://www.adk.org
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High Peaks Information Center

For your next trip to the Adirondacks, stop in here for maps, guides, hiking equipment and camping supplies.

Reviewed By 714chuckm - Orchard Park, United States

I have fond memories of this place form childhood. Updated in 2018 it now includes a small fast-food restaurant at the top. granted it was $62 for 2 burgers and a taco, but at least it was tasty! Great place to start any hike. Showers not currently open due to COVID.

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