7 Small Towns In New York That Are Full Of Charm And Perfect For A Weekend Escape
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Lisa Sammons
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New York is well-known for our variety of small towns. There’s so many charming little villages and hamlets, particularly in the upstate area. You could spend every weekend visiting one and still not see all there was to explore! We’ve compiled some of our very favorites into one list to make it a little easier for you to decide what to check out.
Lake Placid is a small village in the Adirondacks with under 3,000 residents. It's best known for hosting the 1980 Winter Olympics. It's a very popular site for outdoor enthusiasts, with plenty of opportunities for skiing, hiking, golfing, and fishing. Did you know legend has it that part of the lake is haunted?
We may be biased, but we think Cooperstown has one of the best Main Streets in the entire country. The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is one of the biggest sports-related attractions in the country, but there's so much more to Cooperstown. There's a few other great museums here, and the scenery is astoundingly gorgeous. This is a great place for a weekend day trip!
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Woodstock is such a cute little town! There's so much charm here, and the atmosphere is perfect for artists and writers. This spot will really get your creative juices flowing. The weekly flea market is incredible and especially shouldn't be missed. There's a lot to see in this adorable place!
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Goshen was recently named one of the best small towns in America by Smithsonian Magazine. It's home to Legoland New York and has a ton of harness racing history. The Historic Track opened in 1838 and is the oldest continuously-operated horse racing track in the country.
Rhinebeck is filled with tons of history. The oldest inn in New York is located here. They've got great restaurants, and of course, a lot of outdoor areas to burn off those calories!
Skaneateles is a super-popular destination around Christmastime, when it turns into a winter wonderland with the Dickens Christmas Festival. It's actually a wonderful place all year round! Skaneateles Lake has some of the clearest water in the entire country.
Chittenango is best known as the home of Chittenango Falls and the birthplace of L. Frank Baum, author of "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz." The All Things Oz Museum is one of the most enchanting places in all of New York. They hold an annual Ozstravaganza festival that's so much fun!
Did we forget your favorite New York small town? Share your must-see destinations in the comments.
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Featured Addresses
Lake Placid, NY 12946, USA
Cooperstown, NY 13326, USA
Woodstock, NY, USA
Goshen, NY 10924, USA
Rhinebeck, NY, USA
Skaneateles, NY 13152, USA
Chittenango, NY 13037, USA