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 With its pristine water, wooded shoreline and more than 300 islands, this New York destination earns its nickname, the “Queen of American Lakes.”

Enjoy the scenery beside lush green hills and visit the art galleries in the riverside towns of this sprawling rural area.

Perched atop Albany’s State Street hill, this ornate building has served as the seat of New York State government since the 19th century. 

Celebrate your honeymoon, observe one of the world’s natural wonders or pursue history, wine and outdoor sports interests.

Take a nostalgic journey on this beautifully restored antique carousel enclosed within a sleek glass pavilion overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

In this unassuming studio in East Hampton, see where two of America’s foremost abstract painters created some of their most famous works. 

See the Egyptian antiquities, a rotating selection of international art and a mammoth collection of American artworks in this impressive museum.

At this interactive and informative zoo, learn about animals from around the globe and the variety of different environments they inhabit.

Browse the contemporary artwork displays, discover the talents of some the Hamptons best known artists and admire the barn-like design of this Long Island legend.

Learn about the colonial settlers and the Native Americans who preceded them at the intriguing museums around this picturesque New York town.

Learn about the colonial settlers and the Native Americans who preceded them at the intriguing museums around this picturesque New York town.

Learn about the colonial settlers and the Native Americans who preceded them at the intriguing museums around this picturesque New York town.

Learn about New York State’s oldest lighthouse in its museum before climbing to the top for panoramic ocean views.

Take a nostalgic journey on this beautifully restored antique carousel enclosed within a sleek glass pavilion overlooking the Brooklyn Bridge.

With many acres of rolling hills, wooded alcoves and lush gardens, this park is a great place in Brooklyn for a lazy afternoon or an outing with the family.