The Ultimate List Of New York's Oldest Attractions That You Need To Visit

We all have our most cherished places to visit in New York, from favorite restaurants to beautiful outdoor attractions. While it often feels like there’s always a new sight to see, some of the best places you can explore in our state are locations that have been around for years. If you’ve ever been curious about the fascinating history that our state holds, you’re going to love this ultimate list of New York’s oldest attractions.

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Founded in 1905, Lombardi's was our country's very first pizzeria! Located right in Manhattan, the iconic restaurant serves up some of the best coal oven pizza you'll ever have the pleasure of tasting.

How to get here: 32 Spring Street New York, NY 10012

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Not only is Niagara Falls State Park the oldest state park in New York, it's also the oldest state park you'll find in America! Take a trip out to Western New York to see our most powerful outdoor attraction, the state park is open 24 hours a day all year long and has so much to offer. From trolley rides to observation towers and more, you'll easily fall in love with our oldest state park.

How to get here: 332 Prospect Street Niagara Falls, NY 14303

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If you find yourself out in the Rochester area, stopping in at the Genesee Brewery is an absolute must. Founded back in 1878, the brewery is one of America's largest and continually operated breweries! Not only does this place have an incredible selection of beer, you'll also have an amazing view of High Falls on the Genesee River.

How to get here: 25 Cataract Street Rochester, NY 14605

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Continuing on with the pattern of acknowledging the fact that some of America's oldest and greatest attractions can be found right here in New York, Brotherhood Winery in Washingtonville is considered to be our country's oldest operating winery! In 2000 the winery was officially added to the National Register of Historic Places and today is known as being one of our state's best wineries, featuring underground cellars that are filled with hundreds oak barrels.

How to get here: 100 Brotherhood Plaza Drive Washingtonville, NY 10992

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One of our most iconic landmarks, the beautiful Montauk Point Light is something that's worth taking a trip out to Long Island for. The first lighthouse to ever be built in New York, today the lighthouse is the fourth oldest active lighthouse in America. With hours that change seasonally, right now the lighthouse is open to visit on weekends from 10:30AM until 4PM.

How to get here: 2000 New York 27 Montauk, NY 11954

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Built in 1825, Hyde Hall Covered Bridge can be found hiding right within Glimmerglass State Park in Cooperstown. This historic bridge is the oldest covered bridge in our country and is a beautiful way to soak in the past and reminisce on a time when things were simpler and roads were merely made of wood.

How to get here: 1527 County Road 31 Cooperstown, NY 13326

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One of America's oldest continually operating hotels, Beekman Arms of Rhinebeck is one of the many historic and beautiful locations you can visit in the Hudson Valley region. With history dating back to the 1700's, you'll love nothing more than to stay at this nostalgic gem and to soak up all of its past.

How to get here: 6387 Mill Street Rhinebeck, NY 12572

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Within the hamlet of Tappan in New York you can discover our state's oldest restaurant that has quite an intriguing history. The '76 House was once a popular meeting spot for Patriots of the American Revolutionary War and even features a railing that George Washington himself once stood at!

How to get here: 110 Main Street Tappan, NY 10978

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Last on our list but certainly not least, America's oldest natural attraction can be discovered right in New York's Adirondack Park. Known as being the Grand Canyon of the Adirondacks, Ausable Chasm opened up to the public back in 1870! From walking the trails to taking tours out on the water, there's so many adventures to be experienced at this beautiful location.

How to get here: 2144 US 9 Ausable Chasm, NY 12911

Enjoying the nostalgia that these historic attractions offer? Then you’ll love dining at these 10 Hometown Restaurants In New York That Will Take You Back In Time!