A Weekend in Hammondsport

Trip Idea: A Weekend in Hammondsport

Spend a weekend in beautiful Hammondsport, New York! This charming village, nestled on the shores of Keuka Lake in the heart of the Finger Lakes Region, offers the perfect setting for a relaxing and scenic retreat. Here’s an itinerary to help you make the most of your visit.

Spend a weekend in beautiful Hammondsport, New York! This charming village, nestled on the shores of Keuka Lake in the heart of the Finger Lakes Region, offers the perfect setting for a relaxing and scenic retreat. Here’s an itinerary to help you make the most of your visit.

Friday


Arrival Check into your accommodation, whether it’s a lakeside inn, a traditional hotel, or a cozy bed and breakfast, whatever suits your style. TIP: Start your weekend early by leaving work mid-day on Friday. Arriving in the afternoon allows you to enjoy a relaxing evening on the lake!

Arrival

Check into your accommodation, whether it’s a lakeside inn, a traditional hotel, or a cozy bed and breakfast, whatever suits your style. TIP: Start your weekend early by leaving work mid-day on Friday. Arriving in the afternoon allows you to enjoy a relaxing evening on the lake!




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Dine Lakeside Enjoy a delectable dinner with stunning lake views at one of Hammondsport’s fantastic lakeside restaurants. Consider dining at The Switzerland Inn, The Snug Harbor, Lakeside Tavern, where you’ll find great meals paired with breathtaking scenery.

Dine Lakeside

Enjoy a delectable dinner with stunning lake views at one of Hammondsport’s fantastic lakeside restaurants. Consider dining at The Switzerland Inn, The Snug Harbor, Lakeside Tavern, where you’ll find great meals paired with breathtaking scenery.



Courtesy: Bob Magee

Sunset Vibes After dinner, take a peaceful walk through Depot Park and unwind as you watch the sunset over Keuka Lake—a beautiful way to end your first night of vacay!

Sunset Vibes

After dinner, take a peaceful walk through Depot Park and unwind as you watch the sunset over Keuka Lake—a beautiful way to end your first night of vacay!

Saturday

Saturday

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Fuel Up Start your morning with breakfast at Crooked Lake Ice Cream, known for its locally sourced ingredients and cozy atmosphere. Enjoy a full breakfast menu, or, if you’re feeling indulgent, skip straight to dessert with homemade ice cream, made by Dippity Do Dahs in Corning.

Fuel Up

Start your morning with breakfast at Crooked Lake Ice Cream, known for its locally sourced ingredients and cozy atmosphere. Enjoy a full breakfast menu, or, if you’re feeling indulgent, skip straight to dessert with homemade ice cream, made by Dippity Do Dahs in Corning.



Courtesy: Wild Precious Now Photography

Boat Tour Ride on the historic Pat II and experience the beauty of Keuka Lake from the water! Originally serving as a tour boat in the Thousand Islands from 1924 to 1956, then as a U.S. Postal Service delivery boat until 1991, the Pat II carries over a century of history.
Today, it offers visitors a peaceful and memorable way to explore the lake. Step aboard, feel the gentle breeze, and take in the rolling vineyards, sparkling blue waters, and charming lakeside cottages that make Keuka Lake so special.

Boat Tour

Ride on the historic Pat II and experience the beauty of Keuka Lake from the water! Originally serving as a tour boat in the Thousand Islands from 1924 to 1956, then as a U.S. Postal Service delivery boat until 1991, the Pat II carries over a century of history.

Courtesy: Delaney Moore

Explore Boating History After your cruise, continue your journey through maritime history at the Finger Lakes Boating Museum, where you can explore over 100 historic boats and engage with interactive exhibits showcasing the region’s rich boating heritage.

Explore Boating History

After your cruise, continue your journey through maritime history at the Finger Lakes Boating Museum, where you can explore over 100 historic boats and engage with interactive exhibits showcasing the region’s rich boating heritage.

Courtesy: Bully Hill Vineyards

Winery Time Enjoy a delicious lunch with a view at Bully Hill Vineyards. Taste some of their mouthwatering BBQ offerings and pair your meal with a glass of their locally crafted wine, all while taking in the stunning view of the Lake.
After lunch, continue your wine-tasting adventure at Keuka Lake's many wineries! Each offers its own unique atmosphere and selection. Whether you prefer the charm of smaller spots, or the expansive offerings of larger wineries, you’re sure to find something that suits your taste while on the Lake.
Not sure where to start? Check out our Wine Guide for a selection of the best local wineries and customize your wine tour based on your preferences!

Winery Time

Enjoy a delicious lunch with a view at Bully Hill Vineyards. Taste some of their mouthwatering BBQ offerings and pair your meal with a glass of their locally crafted wine, all while taking in the stunning view of the Lake.
After lunch, continue your wine-tasting adventure at Keuka Lake's many wineries! Each offers its own unique atmosphere and selection. Whether you prefer the charm of smaller spots, or the expansive offerings of larger wineries, you’re sure to find something that suits your taste while on the Lake.
Not sure where to start? Check out our Wine Guide for a selection of the best local wineries and customize your wine tour based on your preferences!

Courtesy: Wild Precious Now Photography

Let's Eat! After a day of boating and wine tasting, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of Hammondsport’s top restaurants. Whether you’re craving delicious fresh seafood, farm-to-table cuisine, or some hearty, classic comfort food, the town offers a variety of excellent dining options!

Let's Eat!

After a day of boating and wine tasting, treat yourself to a delicious meal at one of Hammondsport’s top restaurants. Whether you’re craving delicious fresh seafood, farm-to-table cuisine, or some hearty, classic comfort food, the town offers a variety of excellent dining options!

Sunday

Sunday

Treat Yourself You’re on vacation, so why not treat yourself to one of Vern's Bakery's famous pastries? Will you go for a flaky croissant, a rich, buttery cinnamon roll, or maybe a breakfast sandwich on a croissant? End your trip with something delicious!

Treat Yourself

You’re on vacation, so why not treat yourself to one of Vern's Bakery's famous pastries? Will you go for a flaky croissant, a rich, buttery cinnamon roll, or maybe a breakfast sandwich on a croissant? End your trip with something delicious!



Courtesy: Stu Gallagher

One Last Stop Before Take-Off Before you head home, make a stop at the Glenn H. Curtiss Museum, dedicated to aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss. Explore historic aircraft, vintage motorcycles, and interactive exhibits celebrating early aviation and innovation.

One Last Stop Before Take-Off

Before you head home, make a stop at the Glenn H. Curtiss Museum, dedicated to aviation pioneer Glenn Curtiss. Explore historic aircraft, vintage motorcycles, and interactive exhibits celebrating early aviation and innovation.




Hammondsport is a fantastic place to unwind, explore, and indulge in the best of Finger Lakes culture. We hope this itinerary helps you make the most of your weekend escape!




Hammondsport is a fantastic place to unwind, explore, and indulge in the best of Finger Lakes culture. We hope this itinerary helps you make the most of your weekend escape!