This summer, enjoy a Western NY vacation to the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region. Discover the unrivaled natural beauty of our many lakes, waterways and trails as well as experience one-of-a-kind cultural attractions.
An Outdoor Recreation Destination – Make a splash in Chautauqua County, where you will never be more than 20 minutes from one of our five lakes. Cool off on summer days by getting out on the water; rent a boat, relax on a beach or go fishing. Take a sailing lesson or join a sunset kayaking tour. Golfers will enjoy playing a round on more than a dozen courses throughout the region. Magnificent views and undisturbed landscapes can be found while hiking, biking, and birding. The adventurous traveler may enjoy Peek’n Peak Resort’s Mountain Adventures, where you can climb treetop obstacle courses before taking an exhilarating zipline ride descent.
America’s Grape Country – Delight your senses with America’s native grapes, wineries, farm markets, lighthouses, scenic vistas and historic trails along Chautauqua County’s Lake Erie shoreline. Glacial ridges, well-drained soil, and a moderating effect from Lake Erie on spring and fall temperatures combine to create the perfect growing environment for 30,000 vineyard acres. At the Grape Discovery Center, visitors can learn the story of over 150 years of grape growing in the region and find a variety of locally made grape products. Rieslings, Gewürztraminers, and premium late harvest and ice wines are some of the regional specialties offered at Lake Erie Wine Country’s over 20 wineries.
Find Renewal at Chautauqua Institution – Chautauqua Institution is a destination on the shores of Chautauqua Lake that comes alive each summer with a unique mix of fine and performing arts, lectures, worship, programs, and recreational activities. Take a class, sit in on readings and talks from writers and poets in residence, or attend a lecture dedicated to important political, cultural and social issues of the day. Chautauqua Institution maintains highly rated golf, tennis and sailing facilities; and boasts a picturesque, lakeside, National Historic District campus featuring manicured gardens and green spaces – plus expressions of every era of American architecture dating to the late 1800s.
The National Comedy Center – The National Comedy Center tells the story of comedy in America through interactive exhibits that learn your unique sense of humor via your humor profile. Your interest will be captivated for hours, with more than 50 exhibits and exclusive collections to take in. Realizing the vision of comedy legend, television pioneer, and hometown hero, Lucille Ball, the National Comedy Center has been recognized as not just an amazing attraction, but a benchmark for modern museums, and one of the “World’s Greatest Places” by TIME Magazine.
Visit TourChautauqua.com or call 866-908-ILNY (4569) for more information on what to do and where to play, stay, dine and shop throughout the county. Check out our website event calendar for a full list of local events. Request a FREE Chautauqua County Travel Guide. Start planning your trip today!
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