Free & Cheap Things to Do in Finger Lakes, NY

  • The list below includes 61 free or cheap things to do in or near Finger Lakes, New York, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Movie Theaters, Breweries and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Weaver View Farms to Keuka Lake Outlet Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Finger Lakes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Penn Yan, Auburn, Canandaigua and Seneca Falls.
  • The list below includes 61 free or cheap things to do in or near Finger Lakes, New York, including 64 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Movie Theaters, Breweries and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Weaver View Farms to Keuka Lake Outlet Trail, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Finger Lakes and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Penn Yan, Auburn, Canandaigua and Seneca Falls.
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10.7 Miles
85% 47 votes
Breweries 2994 Merritt Hill Road, Penn Yan, NY 14527 MoreLess Info
A geothermal fueled craft brewery located in Penn Yann, New York, the Abandon Brewing Company is a renovated farmhouse brewery that overlooks Keuka Lake. Belgian Golden Ale is one of the popular ales in the Abandon line-up.
11.5 Miles
- 0 votes
Historic Sites 26 Seneca Street, Dundee, NY 14837 MoreLess Info
Dedicated to preserving the local history of the region, Dundee Area Historical Society is a volunteer led organization. It runs the Hoyt Coal Weigh Station, featuring mining artifacts, and the Old Schoolhouse Museum, a school from the 1890s.
12.3 Miles
88% 83 votes
Architectural Buildings Route 96A, Geneva, NY MoreLess Info
Built in 1839, the Rose Hill Mansion was designed in the Greek revival architectural style. The house is furnished with original 19th century furnishes. The Visitor's Center has a gift shop from which memorabilia can be bought.
12.9 Miles
83% 23 votes
Historic Sites South Main Street, Geneva, NY MoreLess Info
A national historic district, South Main Street features a number of structures that were built between 1825 and 1850. In addition to the view of the structures, there are shopping and dining options nearby.
13.1 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 5303 Park Avenue, Hector, NY 14841 MoreLess Info
Located along Seneca Lake, Smith Memorial Park is a campground that provides access to the water for swimming and boating. The park offers shower and restroom facilities, picnic areas and nature trails suitable for hiking.
13.2 Miles
- 2 votes
Movie Theaters Town & Country Plz, Geneva, NY 14456 MoreLess Info
A movie theater multiplex with eight auditoriums, Geneva Movie Plex Inc screens primarily first run Hollywood movies in all digital video and sound. The theater offers a variety of promotions and discounts.
13.7 Miles
81% 74 votes
National & State Parks 100 Waterloo-Geneva Road, Geneva, NY MoreLess Info
A popular family attraction is Geneva's Seneca Lake State Park. Nestled alongside one of the five Finger Lakes, the park offers a water play area, picnic pavilions, biking, beachside fishing, ice fishing and boat launching.
14.0 Miles
94% 239 votes
Lake Ithaca, NY MoreLess Info
The largest of the Finger Lakes, Cayuga Lake stretches for almost 40 miles and, at its deepest points, measures 435 feet. It is a part of the American Viticultural Area, which features wineries, distilleries, and others.
16.3 Miles
97% 660 votes
Scenic Drives Rochester, NY MoreLess Info
The first recorded winemaking company in the Finger Lakes Wine Region is dating back to 1829. Since then, the region has grown into a popular touristic attraction, with amenities and facilities which include lodging, museums, restaurants, and others.
16.7 Miles
87% 138 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas Seneca Falls, NY MoreLess Info
Covering 7,000 acres, the Montezuma National Wildlife Refuge is popular among the birdwatchers, since this is a resting spot for migratory birds. Besides the species of birds encountered usually in woodlands, in here there were also spotted nests of bald eagles.
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