5 days in Niagara Falls & Lake George Itinerary

On the 25th (Sun), admire the sheer force of Bridal Veil Falls. On the 26th (Mon), you'll have a packed day of sightseeing: get up close and personal with brilliant marine life at Aquarium of Niagara, pause for some serene contemplation at St. Mary of the Cataract R. C. Parish, then Head underground at Cave of the Winds, then get a new perspective on things with Maid Of The Mist, and finally enjoy breathtaking views from Niagara Falls Observation Tower.

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New York City to Niagara Falls is an approximately 3-hour flight. You can also drive; or take a bus. Traveling from New York City in June, Niagara Falls is a bit cooler at night with lows of 58°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 27th (Tue) so you can go by car to Lake George.

On the 28th (Wed), contemplate the waterfront views at Lake George, do a tasting at Adirondack Winery, get engrossed in the history at Fort William Henry Museum, then take in the awesome beauty at Prospect Mountain, and finally take an in-depth tour of Lake George Historical Association and Museum. Keep things going the next day: make a splash at Six Flags Great Escape & Hurricane Harbor, then try your luck at Saratoga Race Course, then stop by Wax 'n' Wix, and finally get outside with Outdoor Activities.

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Traveling by car from Niagara Falls to Lake George takes 6 hours. Alternatively, you can do a combination of train and bus; or take a bus. In June in Lake George, expect temperatures between 77°F during the day and 54°F at night. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 29th (Thu) to allow time to fly back home.