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What do you think is the most underrated tourist town in NY State? As another thread mentioned, some places in the state are given more exposure than others in regards to tourism. So, are there some towns that you like that may not be as well known or doesn't as much exposure as some others?
Not sure how many people would consider it underrated but I feel like Saranac Lake, one of my favorite little Adirondack villages, is often overshadowed by the more popular Lake Placid. I also feel like the 1000 Islands village of Clayton is not recognized as much as it should be either.
I believe the Hudson valley/Catskills region gets much more attention because of its proximity to NYC than most other regions except for maybe the Finger Lakes region which as done a great job of marketing itself as an exceptional wine related tourist destination. As far as the Adirondacks go, unless you are a skier or a true outdoor enthusiast many casual vacationers opt out of the longer trip for the closer Catskills depending on their starting destination. And Niagara Falls just speaks for itself.
Not sure how many people would consider it underrated but I feel like Saranac Lake, one of my favorite little Adirondack villages, is often overshadowed by the more popular Lake Placid. I also feel like the 1000 Islands village of Clayton is not recognized as much as it should be either.
I believe the Hudson valley/Catskills region gets much more attention because of its proximity to NYC than most other regions except for maybe the Finger Lakes region which as done a great job of marketing itself as an exceptional wine related tourist destination. As far as the Adirondacks go, unless you are a skier or a true outdoor enthusiast many casual vacationers opt out of the longer trip for the closer Catskills depending on their starting destination. And Niagara Falls just speaks for itself.
Ironically, this was a town that came to mind. I think with its Antique Boat Museum, quaint village on the St. Lawrence River and proximity to over 100 islands and Boldt Castle, you would think that it would get more interest. I think it does in a undercover way, but it is still not a place that gets a lot of attention. perhaps you could include Alexandria Bay for similar reasons.
Lets keep the hidden gems hidden! Trust me you guys don't need more Jersey in the Adirondacks.
I hear you, but I just wanted to post another culinary hidden gem I was told about: The Horned Dorset Inn
It is south of Utica in Leonardsville and I was told that it has an artsy vibe that attracts some of the more monied folks in the area(i.e.-Colgate and Hamilton College professors, the Cooperstown/Glimerglass crowd, etc.).
Another place I thought about is Auburn, as it has some great historical sites and is in the Finger Lakes region.
I agree as well, maybe overshadowed by Skaneateles a bit?
Another area I feel is a little underrated is the towns and area surrounding Chautauqua Lake in the southern tier. Really the southern tier in general I feel is pretty underrated. Possibly because there aren't very many major population centers close by.
I agree as well, maybe overshadowed by Skaneateles a bit?
Another area I feel is a little underrated is the towns and area surrounding Chautauqua Lake in the southern tier. Really the southern tier in general I feel is pretty underrated. Possibly because there aren't very many major population centers close by.
I think with Auburn, people may think of the prison, but it actually has a pretty low crime rate and its Downtown has seen quite a bit of revitalization. I think besides its historical sites, it has live professional theater with the Merry Go Round Playhouse at Emerson Park on Owasco Lake and it also has the Auburn Public Theater in Downtown: Finger Lakes Musical Theatre Festival - Auburn, NY | Broadway in the Finger Lakes
I think that if the Schine Theater gets going again, Auburn could become a very artsy small city with some grit that would be another option in the Finger Lakes region. I also think it's proximity to Skaneateles plays a part as to why it has a pretty good art scene for its size.
I just applied to a job in Alexandria Bay. Nice to see it mentioned here. Looks like a really pretty area.
You'll love it there. Such an amazing part of this state.
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Looks like a really pretty area.
