Discover the dignified lakeside estate turned winery and inn along the scenic shores of Seneca Lake. Once a private mansion owned by a cast of colorful characters, today the beautiful Victorian-era mansion houses a spa, a hotel, and a restaurant. Stop in to sample some of the region’s wines, or simply wander the grounds to take in the beautiful views of Seneca Lake, framed by the gracefully landscaped gardens of Belhurst.

See one of the most unique vineyards along the Finger Lakes Wine Trail. Enjoy sipping the local varieties in the roomy winery with sweeping views of Seneca Lake. On the grounds, you can see the Civil War-era barn repurposed into a winemaking facility or get a peek at the bee sanctuary nurturing the area’s precious pollinators. Tour the eco-friendly facility to see how Fox Run blends time-honored tradition and innovative practices seamlessly.

The It’s a Wonderful Life Bridge in Seneca Falls is a key landmark inspired by the famous scene in the movie where George Bailey saves a woman from drowning. The iron bridge, located in the heart of town, is where a real-life rescue of a young girl in the early 1900s sparked the idea for the film’s climactic moment. Visitors can walk across this historic bridge, connecting the magic of cinema with the town’s rich history.

Marvel at Taughannock Falls, a 215-foot waterfall that plunges into a dramatic glacial gorge and stands taller than Niagara Falls. Choose an easy hike along the canyon to reach the base, or take in sweeping views from the overlook, which is easily accessible from the parking lot. As we explore the area surrounded by towering cliffs shaped by prehistoric glaciers, we’ll see why these tumbling falls have attracted visitors for hundreds of years.

Explore a stunning gorge at Watkins Glen, where waterfalls cascade over layered rock and stone stairways wind through a narrow canyon. Carved by prehistoric glaciers and ever-flowing water, it’s one of the most dramatic and unforgettable landscapes in Upstate New York. Adventurers can descend the famous Gorge Trail on 832 stone steps to take in magical views of tumbling water, layered stones, and even erosion-sculpted tunnels.