Local Stuff We Recommend

Creekside Books and Coffee Skaneateles is a village for the senses- clear air, vibrant foliage, a refreshing swim. Creekside Books & Coffee completes the village’s sensory experience with delicious store-roasted coffee, stimulating books and pleasant conversation. It’s a place to meet old friends and make new ones, a welcoming home away from home for all who visit.Mid-Lakes Navigation Company
Boat cruises on Skaneateles Lake, the Erie Canal, Dinner Cruises on both. You can even charter your own very cool “HouseBoat” (they call them Hire Boats) and explore the Erie Canal. 315-685-6800.

Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway

An unforgettable travel experience awaits you on the new Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, New York’s most extraordinary scenic drive.

The newly designated scenic route circles Cayuga Lake, the longest of New York’s Finger Lakes. The 87-mile loop mixes wine country ambiance with historic villages, rolling farmlands, and spectacular lake views.

A highlight on the drive is the charming village of Aurora, home to MacKenzie-Childs, Ltd., make of hand-decorated ceramic tableware and home furnishings, and the historic Aurora Inn.

For more information visit http://www.CayugaLake.com/