20 days in New York State Itinerary

Created using Inspirock New York State trip planner
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Niagara Falls
— 4 nights
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Rochester
— 4 nights
Fly
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New York City
— 11 nights
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Niagara Falls — 4 nights

Honeymoon Capital of the World

Kids will appreciate attractions like Cave of the Winds and Niagara Gorge Trail. There's still lots to do: admire the sheer force of Niagara Falls, take in the local highlights with Walking tours, see the interesting displays at Niagara Power Project Visitors Center, and step off the mainland to explore Three Sisters Island.

To find reviews, more things to do, traveler tips, and tourist information, refer to the Niagara Falls trip itinerary planner.

Philadelphia to Niagara Falls is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a train. In June, Niagara Falls is a bit cooler than Philadelphia - with highs of 77°F and lows of 58°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 28th (Wed) early enough to go by car to Rochester.
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Parks · Nature · Trails · Outdoors
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Rochester — 4 nights

Flower City

Attractions like The Strong National Museum of Play and Book of Mormon Publication Site make great kid-friendly stops. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Rochester: Beechwood State Park (in Sodus), Seward House Museum (in Auburn) and Skaneateles Lake (in Skaneateles). There's still lots to do: immerse yourself in nature at Watkins Glen State Park, make a trip to It's a Wonderful Life Bridge, contemplate the waterfront views at Erie Canal, and stroll through Erie Canal Trail.

To see traveler tips, more things to do, maps, and other tourist information, read our Rochester trip itinerary planner.

Drive from Niagara Falls to Rochester in 2 hours. Alternatively, you can take a train; or take a bus. In June, daily temperatures in Rochester can reach 77°F, while at night they dip to 57°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 2nd (Sun) early enough to catch the flight to New York City.
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Parks · Nature · Childrens Museums · Museums
Side Trips

New York City — 11 nights

Big Apple

Attractions like Central Park and The Metropolitan Museum of Art make great kid-friendly stops. There's much more to do: take in panoramic vistas at Empire State Building, take some stellar pictures from Top of the Rock, admire nature's wide array of creatures at Bronx Zoo, and take in the waterfront at Coney Island.

To see traveler tips, where to stay, other places to visit, and other tourist information, read our New York City sightseeing planning site.

You can fly from Rochester to New York City in 3 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Traveling from Rochester in July, you can expect nighttime temperatures to be somewhat warmer in New York City, with lows of 72°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Thu) to allow time to take a train back home.
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Museums · Parks · Historic Sites · Zoos & Aquariums
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New York State travel guide

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Observation Decks · Scenic Walking Areas · Historic Sites
The Empire State
Home to the country's most populous city, the state of New York is a major gateway for immigration into the United States, but also one of the nation's prime holiday destinations. Take a trip down the state's numerous wilderness trails and scenic roads to visit quaint small towns, sandy beaches, historical estates, and artist colonies. Though the majority of visitors head for the big-city restaurants, theaters, and museums, you can venture deeper into the rugged and remote mountain areas to discover a world of picturesque forests, rivers, mountains, and lakes. New York also boasts the nation's largest forest preserve, encompassing much of the northeastern lobe of the state.
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