Big Apple to Niagara
From: New York City
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🗺️ Google MapsDay 1
- •Pacing: High-intensity driving day (8h 40m) balanced with immersive nature stops to break up the long haul from NYC.
- •Vibe: A scenic transit day focusing on the Finger Lakes' natural beauty and historic charm.
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Start Origin
New York City, NY
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5h 31 min • 239.6 miles
Taughannock Falls State Park
1:30 PM
1740 Taughannock Blvd, Trumansburg, New York 14886, United States
90m • Leave at 3:00 PM
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5 min • 3.4 miles
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🍽️ Lunch at Byrne Dairy and Deli
3:00 PM
208 East Main Street, Trumansburg
50m • Leave at 3:45 PM
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51 min • 37.0 miles
Skaneateles Lake
4:30 PM
Skaneateles, New York 13152, United States
120m • Leave at 6:30 PM
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3h 27 min • 150.4 miles
Dinner at Russell's Steaks, Chops, and More
10:00 PM
6675 Transit Rd, Williamsville, New York 14221, United States
60m • Leave at 11:00 PM
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1 min • 0.5 miles
Salvatore's Garden Place Hotel
6615 Transit Rd, Cheektowaga, New York 14221, United States
#5Find a place to stayCheck availability and exact pricing
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🗺️ Google MapsDay 2
- •Pacing: Efficient driving (2h 56m) with a heavy emphasis on exploration and activities (8h 5m).
- •Vibe: An action-packed day focused on Niagara’s natural wonders and deep historical roots.
- •Focus: History and Waterfalls; Old Fort Niagara provides a deep dive into colonial history, while the gorge trails offer rugged nature views.
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41 min • 29.9 miles
Artpark Gorge Trail Trailhead
8:45 AM
Lewiston, New York 14092, United States
180m • Leave at 11:45 AM
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13 min • 9.1 miles
Old Fort Niagara
12:00 PM
102 Morrow Plaza, Youngstown, New York 14174, United States
60m • Leave at 1:00 PM
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18 min • 13.2 miles
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🍽️ Lunch at Great Wolf Lodge | Niagara
1:15 PM
3950 Victoria Avenue, Niagara Falls
50m • Leave at 2:00 PM
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22 min • 16.1 miles
Lower Rockway Falls
2:15 PM
3168 Ninth St, St. Catharines, L2R 6P7, Canada
90m • Leave at 3:45 PM
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6 min • 4.5 miles
Upper Ball's Falls
3:45 PM
Jordan Station, L0R 1S0, Canada
45m • Leave at 4:30 PM
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30 min • 21.8 miles
Suspension Bridge District
5:00 PM
2198-2072 Main St, Niagara Falls, New York 14305, United States
60m • Leave at 6:00 PM
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End (Return)
New York City, NY
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