This Botanical Garden Holiday Light Display Is One Of The Most Beautiful In New York
Witt Wells
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Well-known celebrations like the Macy’s Christmas Light Show and Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting tend to get most of the attention when it comes to Christmastime light shows in New York City, but there are plenty of other incredible displays in the area to explore. One of them is the New York Botanical Gardens holiday lights, which feature a gorgeous light display, plus one of the most remarkable model trains you’ve ever seen. Make sure you spend some of your holidays in New York here!
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Winter Activities In New York
Where can I go skiing in New York?
Summer is great here, but winter also offers some great opportunities. Aside from checking out what the holidays in New York have to offer, consider the best places to go skiing in New York:
Hunter Mountain: Looked in in upstate New York, this 240-acre resort has 67 trails to choose from. You can also snowtube here. And there is plenty of dining and shopping nearby.
Whiteface: This spot in Wilmington is known for having a vertical drop of 3,430 feet, the largest in the East. The mountain has 288 skiable acres and features more than 90 trails. Be sure to head into Lake Placid for dining and shopping as well!
What are the best ice-skating rinks in New York?
If you are looking for some more wintery things to do after your visit to the New York Botanical Gardens, check out these ice-skating rinks in New York:
Kiwanis Ice Arena: This indoor rink is located Saugerties. Here, you can take classes to learn to skate or even work on your skating skills. There is also a figure skating club and hockey leagues.
Cantiague Park Ice Rink: You’ll find this rink in Hicksville on Long Island. Its claim to fame is that it was the practice facility for the New York Islanders’ hockey team from 1979 to 1992. Today, you can skate on the very same rink, which also hosted ice skating greats like Nancy Kerrigan.
What are the best outdoor activities in the winter in New York?
There is plenty to do if you are looking for outdoor activities in the winter in New York:
Ice Castles: Located in Lake George, head to this walk-through display of intricate caves, slides, and sculptures all carved in ice and lit up. Most people know Lake George for its amazing summer activities, but you’ve got to visit in the winter as well.
Dog Sledding: Head to the gorgeous Mirror Lake in Lake Placid for this unique experience. The tours are led by trained dogs and mushers. And be sure to check out what else Lake Placid has to offer in the winter, as it’s a fantastic destination in New York.