Northeast · NY
New York
The Empire State
Capital
Albany
Best Time to Visit
April-June, September-November
Featured view
Manhattan skyline seen from Ellis Island on a bright day.
Photo credit William Warby via Wikimedia Commons
CC BY 2.001 Must-See Spots
New York City
Central Park, Statue of Liberty, Times Square, Brooklyn Bridge, and world-class museums
Niagara Falls
the thundering power of one of the world's most famous waterfalls
Adirondack Park
the largest park in the contiguous US with 46 High Peaks
Hudson Valley
fall foliage, wineries, farm-to-table dining, and historic estates
02 Hidden Gems
Letchworth State Park
the Grand Canyon of the East with three major waterfalls on the Genesee River
Watkins Glen State Park
a stunning gorge with 19 waterfalls along a mile-long trail
The Catskills
mountains, waterfalls, and charming towns just 2 hours from NYC
Boldt Castle on Heart Island in the Thousand Islands
a fairy-tale castle on the St. Lawrence
03 National Parks & Sites
04 Insider Tips
Upstate New York is a completely different world from NYC — lakes, mountains, and wine country
The Finger Lakes wine region produces outstanding Rieslings and is far less crowded than Napa
In NYC, skip Times Square restaurants and explore ethnic food in Queens or the Bronx
Take the Adirondack Railroad or drive through the Adirondacks in fall for incredible foliage