5 days in Thousand Islands - Seaway Itinerary

Oswego is a city in Oswego County, New York, United States. On the 6th (Thu), learn about all things military at Fort Ontario State Historic Site, examine the collection at Safe Haven Museum, and then relax in the rural setting at Ontario Orchards.

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New York City to Oswego is an approximately 5-hour car ride. Traveling from New York City in October, expect Oswego to be a bit cooler, temps between 62°F and 45°F. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 6th (Thu) so you can go by car to Alexandria Bay.

Alexandria Bay is a village in Jefferson County, New York, United States. Get some historical perspective at Sackets Harbor Battlefield State Historic Site and Tibbetts Point Lighthouse. Get out of town with these interesting Alexandria Bay side-trips: Watertown (New York State Zoo at Thompson Park & Burrville Cider Mill). Next up on the itinerary: take an in-depth tour of Boldt Castle and Yacht House, head off the coast to Heart Island, sample the fine beverages at Clayton Distillery, and learn about winemaking at Coyote Moon Vineyards.

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Drive from Oswego to Alexandria Bay in 2 hours. In October, daytime highs in Alexandria Bay are 60°F, while nighttime lows are 43°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 10th (Mon) early enough to travel back home.