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Self-Guided Finger Lakes NY Audio Tour: Ithaca-Watkins Glen

4 Reviews 4.00 out of 5 stars Based on 4 traveler reviews collected by Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor | Ithaca, USA

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Overview

Explore the Finger Lakes on a self-guided drive around Seneca and Cayuga Lakes, blending waterfalls, wine country, and American history. Four must-see stops anchor the journey: towering Taughannock Falls, the birthplace of the women’s rights movement in Seneca Falls, lakeside Belhurst Castle, and the gorge trails of Watkins Glen State Park. Along the way, discover scenic byways, vineyard overlooks, nature preserves, and sweeping lake views.

Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together!

After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there.

New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.

This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

What's Included

  • Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.
  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
  • Self-guided tour — no live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.
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Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, Inc.

A picturesque route tracing the western shore of Cayuga Lake, winding past vineyards, waterfalls, and charming lakeside towns. It’s one of the most relaxing drives in the Finger Lakes, with sweeping water views at every turn.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cayuga Nature Center

A family-friendly nature preserve near Ithaca featuring wooded trails, interactive exhibits, and the six-story TreeTops Treehouse. It’s a peaceful spot to learn about local wildlife and explore the forests of the Finger Lakes.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Taughannock Falls State Park

Home to one of the tallest single-drop waterfalls east of the Rockies, plunging 215 feet into a dramatic gorge. Easy trails and scenic overlooks make this a must-stop along Cayuga Lake.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Taughannock Falls Overlook View Point

A breathtaking viewpoint perched above the 215-foot waterfall, offering a dramatic top-down perspective into the gorge. It’s the easiest way to take in the full scale of Taughannock Falls without hiking.
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15 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cayuga Lake

A tranquil stretch of wetlands along Cayuga Lake, rich with birdlife and seasonal blooms. These marshes serve as an important habitat for herons, ducks, and migratory species while offering peaceful lake-edge scenery.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Sheldrake Point Winery

A lakeside winery on Cayuga Lake known for elegant cool-climate wines, especially Riesling and Cabernet Franc. With vineyard views and a relaxed tasting room, it’s a scenic stop along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Thirsty Owl Wine Company

A popular Cayuga Lake winery known for award-winning Rieslings and bold reds. With vineyard views, a lively tasting room, and an on-site bistro, it’s a welcoming stop along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Van Riper & Whitlock Nature Preserve

A quiet, forested preserve overlooking Cayuga Lake with gentle trails through hardwood woods and meadows. It’s a peaceful place for a short hike, birdwatching, and taking in scenic lake views.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cayuga Lake State Park

A lakeside park on the northern end of Cayuga Lake offering swimming, boating, and shaded picnic spots. With campsites and peaceful shoreline views, it’s a relaxing stop in the heart of the Finger Lakes.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Cayuga-Seneca Canal

A historic waterway connecting Cayuga and Seneca Lakes to the Erie Canal system. Once vital for trade and transport, today it’s popular for boating, fishing, and scenic waterfront views.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Seneca Falls

A historic Finger Lakes town best known as the birthplace of the women’s rights movement. Set along the Cayuga–Seneca Canal, Seneca Falls blends rich history with charming waterfront streets and small-town appeal.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Women's Rights National Historical Park New Yorkl

This historic site preserves the legacy of the 1848 Seneca Falls Convention, the first women’s rights convention in the United States. Through the Wesleyan Chapel and related landmarks, it honors the movement that reshaped American history.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Canadice Lake

The smallest of the Finger Lakes, Canadice Lake is quiet, undeveloped, and beautifully wild. With forested shores and limited access, it offers peaceful scenery and a true back-to-nature escape.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Geneva

A vibrant lakeside city at the northern tip of Seneca Lake, known for its wine scene, waterfront parks, and historic charm. Geneva blends Finger Lakes beauty with lively restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Seneca Lake State Park

A spacious waterfront park in Geneva offering lake access, picnic areas, and a marina. With walking paths and wide-open views of Seneca Lake, it’s a relaxing place to unwind in the Finger Lakes.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Belhurst Castle Winery

A striking 19th-century stone castle overlooking Seneca Lake in Geneva. Now a hotel, winery, and event venue, Belhurst blends historic charm with sweeping lake views in the heart of the Finger Lakes.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Seneca Lake

The largest and deepest of the Finger Lakes, stretching over 35 miles through vineyard-covered hills. Known for its world-class wineries and scenic shoreline towns, Seneca Lake is the heart of the region’s wine country.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Fox Run Vineyards

A family-owned winery on the west side of Seneca Lake known for its estate-grown Rieslings and warm, welcoming atmosphere. With scenic vineyard views and a farm-to-table café, it’s a classic Finger Lakes wine stop.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Keuka Lake

One of the most distinctive Finger Lakes, Keuka Lake is famous for its unique Y-shape and crystal-clear waters. Surrounded by rolling vineyards and charming lakeside towns, it’s a scenic gem in New York wine country.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Shaw Vineyard

A small, family-owned winery near Keuka Lake known for handcrafted, small-batch wines. With a relaxed tasting room and scenic vineyard views, Shaw Vineyard offers an intimate Finger Lakes wine experience.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Glenora Wine Cellars

The first winery established on Seneca Lake, Glenora Wine Cellars offers award-winning wines with sweeping lake views. Its hilltop tasting room and on-site inn make it a scenic highlight along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Lakewood Vineyards

A family-owned winery on the west side of Seneca Lake known for award-winning Rieslings and classic Finger Lakes varieties. With panoramic vineyard views and a welcoming tasting room, it’s a favorite stop along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Watkins Glen

A charming lakeside village at the southern tip of Seneca Lake, known for its dramatic gorge and racing heritage. With waterfront views, small-town shops, and easy access to waterfalls, Watkins Glen is a Finger Lakes favorite.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Watkins Glen State Park

Famous for its dramatic gorge trail, this park features 19 waterfalls cascading through a narrow stone canyon. With winding paths, stone bridges, and misty cliff walls, it’s one of the most breathtaking hikes in the Finger Lakes.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

Watkins Glen State Park Visitor Center

The main information hub at the entrance to Watkins Glen State Park, offering maps, exhibits, and trail guidance. It’s the perfect starting point before heading into the park’s iconic gorge and waterfall trails.
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10 minutes • Admission Ticket Free

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Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
  • More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.
  • Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.

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Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Self-Guided Finger Lakes NY Audio Tour: Ithaca-Watkins Glen?

A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (EDT). Read more Apr 2025

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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  • Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.
  • Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.
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  • One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.
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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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  • At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.
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  • Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.
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  • Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.
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