Top Ten Things to Do This Winter in New York State

Ten Winter Travel Plans in New York State

If you are planning to travel around in New York State this winter, there are a wide range of activities and holiday packages you can take advantage of. Here are ten of them.

Lights on the Lake, Onondaga NY

A 2 mile drive-through show, it features holiday displays at Onondaga Lake Park and is set to take place from Nov 25, 2009 to Jan 10, 2010 (from 5:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.) daily including holidays

The Pumpelly House Estate "Lights on the River" Package, Owego NY

The "Lights on the River" is a holiday package which includes tea by the fire at 4:30 p.m. on Dec 4th, dinner at Tioga Trails followed by the fireworks display, and finally breakfast in the Bistro on Dec 5th.

Candlelight Tours and Twelfth Night at Van Cortlandt Manor

Begin the event visiting the home of one of the richest families of the post-War era. You can also have fun at the party at the Manor's ferry house. Dates: December 12, 19 and 26 from 4:00-8:00 p.m.

Santa Train Excursions at Medina Railroad Museum, Medina NY

Ride on trains Santa Claus is hosting and drive by the Historic Erie Canal. Once the drive is over, you can take a tour of the railroad museum.

74 State's Winter Wonderland Package, Albany NY

The package covers an overnight stay at 74 State, a trip to the Winter Wonderland Disney on Ice Show and complimentary breakfast for 4.

Wonderland of Lights, Utica NY

The light show is an annual tourist attraction drawing over 30,000 people every year. It helps raise thousands of dollars for the Resource Center for Independent Living. The show is on every night from November 25 to end January (except on Christmas Eve). Timings: 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at the Masonic Care Community Campus.

Lyndhurst Mansion, Tarrytown NY

You can visit the famous mansion and glory in the fairy tale beauty of the place. Reservations are required. The mansion is open on select days in December.

Annual Winter Family Day at the Bartow-Pell Mansion Museum, Bronx NY

The Museum is having a celebration on December 5 from 10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. This will include puppet shows, carriage rides, Santa and a holiday boutiquex

"Shopping Spree" Package at the Holiday Inn, Auburn NY

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