3 days in Finger Lakes Itinerary

Blending big-city culture with small-town charm, Rochester sits on the southern shore of Lake Ontario.

Start off your visit on the 12th (Tue): stroll through Lazy Acre Alpacas, catch the contagious excitement of Finger Lakes Gaming & Racetrack, and then test your problem-solving skills at popular escape rooms. Here are some ideas for day two: take an in-depth tour of George Eastman Museum and then explore the engaging exhibits at The Strong National Museum of Play.

To see other places to visit, where to stay, and tourist information, read our Rochester vacation planner.

New York City to Rochester is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Expect little chillier temperatures when traveling from New York City in April; daily highs in Rochester reach 56°F and lows reach 36°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 13th (Wed) to allow time to drive to Virgil.

Virgil is a town in Cortland County, New York, United States. Start off your visit on the 14th (Thu): stroll through Greek Peak Mountain Resort and then make a splash at Cascades Indoor Waterpark.

To see where to stay, reviews, traveler tips, and more tourist information, refer to the Virgil road trip website.

You can drive from Rochester to Virgil in 2.5 hours. Alternatively, you can drive; or do a combination of bus and taxi; or do a combination of train, bus, and taxi. In April in Virgil, expect temperatures between 53°F during the day and 33°F at night. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Thu) to allow enough time to fly back home.