Skaneateles is located in New York's Onondaga County. Named after the adjacent Skaneateles Lake, the town was established in 1830 and became known for its participation in pre-Civil War reforms. Today, the quaint town makes for a wonderful getaway thanks to the lake that offers plenty of opportunities for outdoor recreation. Dotted with historic buildings, museums, shops, galleries, and wineries, Skaneateles is a stunning blend of unique experiences. While the John D. Barrow Art Gallery is known for its paintings, the Skaneateles Historical Society & Museum is where one can get acquainted with the region's intriguing history.

Away from the hustle and bustle of Manhattan's city life, is a quaint village along the Hudson River that transports you back to a different era. Cold Spring is replete with biking trails, mountainsides and lively brooks. While the Main Street is a tourist destination complete with boutique stores, antique shops, restaurants and cafes, tiled promenade and more, Cold Spring also offers excellent opportunities for kayaking and boating. Surrounded by 19th-century buildings, it was designated as a historic district in 1982. Some of the interesting places to visit here are the Putnam History Museum, Archipelago At Home, Stonecrop Gardens, and the Cold Spring Farmers’ Market.

A charming village in New York, Aurora boasts a fascinating history that dates back to the 18th Century. Dotted with charming old homes, quaint wineries, art shops, lush green parks, and rustic streets, Aurora manages to mesmerize visitors with its idyllic old-world charm. The Long Point State Park, which sprawls across 297 acres (120 hectares), offers stunning views of the Cayuga Lake. The Long Point Winery, which also overlooks the beautiful lake, is another unmissable attraction of this small town.

Nestled in the Adirondack Mountains, Saranac Lake takes its name after the Upper, Middle and Lower Saranac lakes that are located in its vicinity. A spectacular treat for all seasons, the charming old village turns into a wonderland especially during winter. Enjoy snowboarding, skiing, hiking, ice fishing and more in its quaint landscape and enjoy the season like never before. Visit the beautiful Mt. Pisgah Recreation Center to enjoy the outdoors, or take a tour of the Saranac Laboratory Museum to explore a fascinating piece of the town's history.

A historic seaport in New York's Suffolk County, Greenport is known to be one of the most charming towns in the country. Located on the north fork of Long Island, the village developed as a major port and the hub of fishing and whaling industry over the centuries. Today, the charming place attracts offbeat wanderers to its humble abode. Dotted with galleries, antique shops, delectable seafood restaurants and cozy inns, Greenport is a dreamy destination to be explored by the entire family. Some major attractions here include the Railroad Museum of Long Island, East End Seaport Museum and Marine Foundation and Kontokosta Winery.

Cooperstown is a small village located in New York's Otsego county. It is a small town where the Otsego Lake lies towards the north, making for a beautiful outdoor recreational attraction. A popular resort town, Cooperstown is where locals and tourists come together to relax in cozy inns, dine at beautiful restaurants, or shop at vibrant local stores. The National Baseball Hall of Fame and Museum is one of the most-visited places in the town, making for an unmissable thing to be explored on your list. Other museums worth visiting in the town include the Fenimore Art Museum, Heroes of Baseball Wax Museum and The Farmers' Museum.

With its Main Street bustling with lively activity and dotted with colorful shops, restaurants and lodging options, Woodstock is a beautiful destination in New York State that awaits to be explored. Located in Ulster County, the historic town dates back to the year 1770 when the first settlers arrived here. In the 20th Century, Woodstock became a popular site among art students for landscape painting. The town is famously home to the Karma Triyana Dharmachakra Tibetan Buddhist Monastery and the beautiful Ashokan Reservoir. Other attractions include the Woodstock Artists Association & Museum and Church of the Holy Transfiguration of Christ-on-the-Mount.

Lake Placid is a tiny, charming town located in the state of New York. Nestled in the Adirondack Mountains and located close to three lakes in the north, namely Lake Placid, East Lake and Mirror Lake, the village features a stunning network of trails that are perfect for nature exploration and hiking. The town holds a number of sporting events around the year due to the vast terrain it is surrounded by. For history buffs, Lake Placid is home to immersive attractions like the Lake Placid-North Elba Historical Society History Museum and the John Brown Farm State Historic Site.

Nestled in the Hudson Valley, New Paltz is a stunning blending of unique experiences that is waiting to be explored. This picturesque little town is home to lively music festivals, colorful local shops, historic houses, delicious eateries, quirky boutiques, and cozy coffee shops. The Historic Huguenot Street in the town is a must-visit attraction that is flanked by beautiful 17th-century houses and commercial buildings. The Main Street is where all the action happens in the town, making for a unique, touristy experience. Other attractions in New Paltz include the Nyquist-Harcourt Wildlife Sanctuary and Mohonk Mountain House.

Known as "The Chosen Spot", Canandaigua is a picturesque city in New York State's Ontario County. Boasting Seneca origins, the city flourished in the mid-19th Century as an important railroad junction. Today, Canandaigua is a popular tourist town that attracts many visitors throughout the year. A delight for history and architecture buffs, the city is home to a number of beautiful historic structures that are reminiscent of the Victorian era. The Sonnenberg Gardens & Mansion Historic Park is the best-preserved example of its Victorian heritage. The Granger Homestead & Carriage House Museum is another lovely attraction that dates back to the year 1816.

The city of Ithaca is located at the southern tip of Cayuga Lake in New York. It has been named after the ancient island of Greece. The city was developed in 1795 as an agricultural center. In 1865, Cornell University, founded by Ezra Cornell, inspired much of the growth of the place. There are two more colleges here, Ithaca College and Tompkins Cortland Community College, which is located nearby. These colleges invite thousands of students to the city. The economy of the region depends a lot on tourism as it is located on the shores of the longest of the Finger Lakes, the picturesque glacial lakes in west-central New York. There are some marvelous gorges formed by little creeks in the city, too.

Westfield is a picturesque town located on the shores of the Great Lake Erie in Chautauqua County. Home to and surrounded by lush vineyards, historic buildings, and scenic gorges, Westfield is a popular tourist town. The beautiful Barcelona Lighthouse overlooks Barcelona Harbor over the lake, making for a great attraction. Tourists can embark on wine tasting tours at wineries such as John Estate Winery and Lake Erie Grape Discovery Center. History buffs can explore the McClurg Museum, which narrates local history through a variety of interesting exhibits.