New York Summer Road Trips

Buckle up, folks! Some serious family bonding is on the agenda this summer!

New York State was made for road trips. Summer is the perfect season to cruise along New York's scenic drives and byways with your windows down and the tunes up high. This summer, we've released five different road trip ideas for families with all interests. Stock up on the snacks, fill up that gas tank, and start exploring!

Drive across the state—Albany to Niagara Falls

Go all-in on a three-day road trip covering New York’s widest expanse.
Experience the lakes of the Adirondacks

For families who love the water—this is a road trip of your aquatic dreams.
Tour Cayuga Lake in the Finger Lakes

Drive on an unforgettable picture-perfect tour around the longest, widest “finger” of the Finger Lakes, Cayuga Lake.
Seek out stunning scenery in the Catskills

Take in the beauty of the natural scenery of the Catskills on this road trip to Howe Caverns.
Savor mountain vistas in the Hudson Valley

Discover classic New York experiences while enjoying views of mountains, farmland, and lakes along the way.