Things To Do in Upstate New York, New York

Activities, attractions and tours
Rochester featuring a city

Upstate New York Attractions

Let Expedia help you experience the best that Upstate New York has to offer! If you’re looking for fun itinerary ideas, we can provide you with a list of the top sightseeing attractions, as well as helping you to find unmissable activities. Whether you’re travelling with your family, planning a romantic trip with your loved one, or visiting on business, we’ll make it easy to plan an unforgettable holiday that checks all the boxes.

Activities and Tours

Upstate New York is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Upstate New York to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

If you’re planning a visit, why not check out our handy guides to places of interest in the area? You can browse lists of things to do, learn about the most popular attractions, and get help with planning the details of your trip. Expedia makes it easy for you to check out all the top sights.

Upstate New York Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Upstate New York.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Upstate New York attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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Niagara Falls which includes modern architecture and a bridge

Downtown Niagara Falls

4/5(316 area reviews)

The enchanting waterfalls and first-class casinos are just a few highlights of Downtown Niagara Falls. Make a stop by Seneca Niagara Resort & Casino or Conference Center Niagara Falls while you're exploring the area.

Downtown Niagara Falls
Buffalo showing a city, a monument and a skyscraper

Downtown Buffalo

4/5(482 area reviews)

Known for its lively bars and live music, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Buffalo. Top attractions like Chippewa District and Shea's Performing Arts Center are major draws, and you can catch the metro at Fountain Plaza Station or Lafayette Square Station to see more of the city.

Downtown Buffalo
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Downtown Niagara Falls

4.5/5(7 area reviews)

Downtown Niagara Falls is noteworthy for its waterfalls, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Queen Street District and Niagara River Gorge.

Downtown Niagara Falls
Genesee River\'s High Falls which includes a city and street scenes as well as a couple

Downtown Rochester

4/5(63 area reviews)

Live music, theaters, and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Genesee River while you're exploring the neighborhood.

Downtown Rochester
Clinton Square which includes heritage architecture, a garden and a city

Downtown Syracuse

4/5(89 area reviews)

Travelers come to Downtown Syracuse for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Landmark Theatre and Clinton Square while you're in town.

Downtown Syracuse
New York State Capitol Building featuring heritage architecture and a pond

Downtown Albany

4/5(33 area reviews)

Downtown Albany is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to MVP Arena and Hudson River Way while you're in town.

Downtown Albany

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