New York State

Sprawling over 1,207 kilometers, the Empire State Trail starts in Manhattan, New York, and extends all the way to the Canadian border. Walk, bike or skate as you leave behind the hustle and bustle of city life on this legendary trail. The Hudson River Valley and Adirondack Mountains' natural beauty greets you on your trip down the Empire State Trail.

Ride the rollercoaster Dragon's Apprentice, splash in the water playground, climb a tower and build custom LEGO sets at LEGOLAND® New York Resort in Goshen, New York. Enjoy fun for the whole family as you hop aboard thrilling rides and express your creativity at hands-on LEGO workshops. After a fun-filled day at the park, relax and turn in for the night at the LEGOLAND® New York Hotel.

The United States Congress designated the National Comedy Center in Jamestown, New York, the premier cultural museum on comedy history. Over 50 interactive exhibits tell the story of comedy history, from the early days of Vaudeville to viral internet videos. The Lucille Ball Comedy Festival, hosted by the museum annually every August, has boasted famous comedians from Jerry Seinfeld to Trevor Noah.

The legacy of Harriet Tubman lives on at the Harriet Tubman Home in Auburn, New York. Originally purchased by Tubman in 1859, this historic site is dedicated to educating visitors about her revolutionary work as an abolitionist. Take a tour and learn about the 13 missions Tubman made to free more than 70 enslaved people.

Revisit the opulence of F. Scott Fitzgerald's The Great Gatsby on a tour of the Gold Coast Mansions in Long Island, New York. Admire the glamorous 1920s architecture as you explore over 200 mansions and equally impressive gardens. Learn about the history of the mansions' famous owners, from the Vanderbilt family to William Randolph Hearst.

Reconnect with nature at the Wild Center in Tupper Lake, New York, dedicated to conservation, education and fun! Take the Wild Walk, a treetop trail that provides stunning aerial views and activities for the whole family. Catch bald eagle sightings and interactive live shows, then take an exhilarating flight on virtual reality flight simulator Birdly.

Take a Maid of the Mist boat tour to get close to these famous waterfalls, or get doused by them on the Cave of the Winds’ Hurricane Deck. Visit the Discovery Center and Adventure Theater to discover the history of this powerful natural wonder.

Located in Albany, the enormous New York State Capitol has been around since the 1880s. Take a tour to learn about the 19^th century architecture, artistry and history embodied by this unique institution. Special exhibits are available throughout the year.

This museum devotes itself to telling the story of glass, and there is no shortage of gorgeous examples of the material throughout. Marvel at the museum’s architecture, learn to make your own glass and discover all kinds of fascinating creations, from mosaics and sculptures to glass eyes and artworks that prominently—and often curiously—feature the substance.

The USA’s most enduring pastime gets its due in this Cooperstown institution. Since 1939, the site has been honoring baseball’s greatest figures and their stories through exhibits, interactive displays and artifacts. Take a self-guided tour through the Hall of Fame.