24 days in New York State Itinerary

Writer Pearl Buck once called New York City “a place apart,” and this giant urban center remains unlike any other in the world.

New York City is known for sightseeing, museums, and nightlife. Your trip includes some of its best attractions: take in the pleasant sights at Central Park, steep yourself in history at 9/11 Memorial, pause for some photo ops at Statue of Liberty National Monument, and wander the streets of Times Square.

For where to stay, other places to visit, more things to do, and more tourist information, you can read our New York City trip planner.

Paris, France to New York City is an approximately 11.5-hour flight. Traveling from Paris to New York City, you'll gain 6 hours due to the time zone difference. Traveling from Paris in August, expect New York City to be somewhat warmer, temps between 34°C and 25°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 8th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly to Lake George.

A playground for America’s wealthy families, Lake George was nicknamed "Queen of the American Lakes." While these families often stayed in private country houses, a tourism industry built up around them in the early 20th century facilitated by two YMCAs.

Step out of Lake George with an excursion to Schroon Lake Town Beach in Schroon Lake--about 38 minutes away. There's much more to do: cast your line with Bolton Boat Tours and Water Sports on Lake George, tee off at Gooney Golf, relax and rejuvenate at some of the best spas, and get outside with Equinox Balloons.

For reviews, where to stay, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Lake George attractions planner.

You can fly from New York City to Lake George in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier evenings in Lake George when traveling from New York City in August, with lows around 16°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 12th (Mon) early enough to go by car to Old Forge.

Old Forge is a hamlet (and census-designated place) on New York State Route 28 in the town of Webb in Herkimer County, New York. Venture out of the city with trips to Grasse River Heritage Trail (in Canton), Stone Valley Trail (in Colton) and Blue Mountain Lake (Adirondack Experience, The Museum on Blue Mountain Lake & Blue Mountain). There's lots more to do: take in the awesome beauty at Bald Mountain, don't miss a visit to Big Moose Community Chapel, fly down the slopes at McCauley Mountain, and cool off at Enchanted Forest Water Safari.

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Traveling by car from Lake George to Old Forge takes 2 hours. In August in Old Forge, expect temperatures between 30°C during the day and 17°C at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can drive to Clayton.

Start off your visit on the 17th (Sat): explore the galleries of Antique Boat Museum, look for gifts at Nav's popcorn shop, then step off the mainland to explore Heart Island, and finally get engrossed in the history at Boldt Castle and Yacht House. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the next day: head off the coast to Thousand Islands, then admire the majestic nature at Rock Island Lighthouse State Park, and then admire the majestic nature at Wellesley Island.

For ratings, other places to visit, photos, and other tourist information, you can read our Clayton itinerary planner.

Getting from Old Forge to Clayton by car takes about 2 hours. In August, plan for daily highs up to 30°C, and evening lows to 16°C. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 18th (Sun) early enough to travel to Panama.

Panama is a village in Chautauqua County, New York, United States. Start off your visit on the 19th (Mon): walk around Panama Rocks Scenic Park.

To find photos, more things to do, traveler tips, and other tourist information, use the Panama trip website.

The Route module can help you plan travel from Clayton to Panama. Traveling from Clayton in August, expect nights in Panama to be about the same, around 16°C, while days are little chillier, around 27°C. On the 19th (Mon), wrap the sightseeing up by early afternoon so you can drive to Niagara Falls.

The city of Niagara Falls houses the U.S. half of the famous waterfall that straddles the border between Canada and the United States.

Step out of Niagara Falls with an excursion to Forest Lawn in Buffalo--about 32 minutes away. There's lots more to do: Head underground at Cave of the Winds, take in the dramatic scenery at Niagara Falls, admire the majestic nature at Devil's Hole State Park, and contemplate the long history of Frank Lloyd Wright's Martin House.

To find more things to do, ratings, other places to visit, and more tourist information, read our Niagara Falls road trip planning app.

Traveling by car from Panama to Niagara Falls takes 2 hours. When traveling from Panama in August, plan for somewhat warmer days in Niagara Falls, with highs around 31°C, while nights are about the same with lows around 19°C. Finish your sightseeing early on the 25th (Sun) so you can travel back home.