From art colonies to one of the wonders of the world, Western New York State offers a variety of getaway opportunities for couples and families. Tour the mighty Niagara Falls visit the artistic center of Chautauqua or catch a NASCAR race in the Fingerlakes region.
Although the Canadian side of Niagara Falls gets most of the publicity (and flocks of tourists), Niagara Falls, New York, has plenty to offer. Start by touring the falls up close by taking a ride on the Maid of the Mist, or try a Whirlpool Jet boat tour. Cultural and kitschy attractions range from museums to the Aquarium of Niagara and the Seneca Niagara Casino.
For a relaxing getaway, the Barton Hill Hotel and Spa is just ten minutes from the Falls and across from picturesque Niagara-on-the-Lake.
Barton Hill Hotel & Spa
100 Center Street
Lewiston, NY 14092
716-754-9070
bartonhillhotel.com
Chautauqua is a haven for artists of all types. Galleries featuring local, regional and national artists fill the area and open studio tours are offered through the Chautauqua Lake Erie Art Trail. Summer festivals feature artistic crafts. Performing arts include opera, theater productions and outdoor folk festivals. The area is home to more than 30,000 vineyard acres and 20 wineries. Located between Buffalo, New York, Cleveland, Ohio, and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, and bordering Lake Erie, the Chautauqua region of is accessible to many major cities and interstates.
The Athenaeum Hotel, a Victorian-style hotel overlooks the town. The hotel features guest rooms, cottages, shops and even a library.
Athenaeum Hotel
3 Lake Dr., P. O. Box 66
Chautauqua, NY 14722
716-357-4444
athenaeum-hotel.com
The Western Fingerlakes region includes Rochester, Syracuse, Ithaca, farmland and wine country. The Fingerlakes area offers hundreds of fairs and festivals celebrating subjects as diverse as maple sugar, produce, hot air balloons and classis cars. Tioga Downs offers horse racing and casino action. Other attractions include Watkins Glen, an annual NASCAR race and Corning Museum of Glass.
La Tourelle Spa Resort and Spa, located in Ithaca, offers the August Moon Spa and a variety of packages including Art Lover's Weekend and the Grape Tour.
La Tourelle Spa Resort and Spa
1150 Danby Road
Ithaca, NY 14850
607-273-2734
latourelle.com
