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Places to see in Upstate New York
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This place is a must for all ages! Lots of hands on exhibits as well as a huge image theater. There is always new stuff to explore
Museum of Science & Technology
This is truly a place for kids and adults! They have so many hands on exhibits that include a mini grocery store, news stations, radio station and so much more. There is even an exhibit with sesame street. They have a hall of fame of toys from years ...
The Strong National Museum of Play
Green lakes state park is one of many beautiful state parks in upstate. This one has a trail that follows the whole lake. There is also a beach and camping!
Green Lakes State Park
This zoo is full of fun! Many beautiful animals, and things to do. There is a vet building where you can even possibly check out them preparing food, or doing a surgery. They also have a play vet clinic room where your kids can use a stuffed animal t...
Rosamond Gifford Zoo
This place is fantastic! There are so many trails the connect cross each other so you never get the same experience everytime. There is a lake you can kayak on and a small museum. Many places to sit on the trails to admire the water and a great area ...
Beaver Lake Nature Center
Inlet is where memories are made. I went here so much growing up so taking my son was a no brainer. There is so many things to do from shopping, dinning and family fun. There is a playground that I loved as a child right near the water. They also hav...
Inlet
If you are in the Adirondacks, going to water safari is worth the stop. This is a water park, yes the water is heated, that also has dry rides and shows too. There is lots to do, play and eat while here plus a lot of camping near by
Enchanted Forest Water Safari
This is one of many fun amusement parks in upstate. They host many concerts through out the summer. There are rides and games for the whole family. Growing up we would camp on site at the camp within the park. If camping isn't your thing they have a ...
Six Flags Darien Lake
This is such a cool museum. There is so much you can do. You can watch as they make glass products, you can make your own glass bead and so much more.
Corning Museum of Glass
This place is so fun! There are rides for everyone! Arcades and food too! This is a perfect end to a beach day. Although it is small it is a classic. There are shops that line the street to the park and a beautiful beach behind it.
Sylvan Beach Amusement Park
Although not necessarily upstate it's more north than the city. It's absolutely gorgeous falls with trails to different spots and hidden swimming areas.
Buttermilk Falls State Park
If you love animals this is your place. This park has so much fun things to do with the whole family.
The Wild Animal Park