Finger Lakes
In west-central New York, the rolling hills are cut through by 11 long narrow bodies of water appropriately named the Finger Lakes. The region is an outdoor paradise, as well as the state's premier wine-growing region, with more than 120 vineyards.
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Top places to visit in Finger Lakes
Discover the best attractions in Finger Lakes from must-see sights to unexpected hidden gems.
- Attraction in New YorkCornell Botanic Gardens
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Attraction in New YorkButtermilk Falls State Park - Attraction in New YorkCorning Museum of Glass
- Attraction in New YorkHerbert F Johnson Museum of Art
- Attraction in New YorkRobert H Treman State Park
- Attraction in New YorkRockwell Museum of Western Art
- Attraction in New YorkWomen's Rights National Historical Park
- Attraction in New YorkBillsboro Winery
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