The Most Fascinating Walking Tours You Can Take in Upstate N.Y.

If you are a history fan like me, there is no way to get a first burst of information about a new place you are visiting than be taking a historic walking tour. I do it almost every time I can. The guides are well-versed on the history facts and trivia of the place and it is a wonderful way to get the inside skinny of the city, fort, bridge, cemetery, or wherever you are visiting!

This list showcases 15 great historic walking tours found around Upstate New York. Take it from me, it is hard to pick a favorite one of the group. I have been on several, and there are others that are on my bucket list.

But, take it from me. The guided, narrated walking tour along the Walkway Over the Hudson is a special one. There is no better view of the Hudson Valley below, and, on a clear day, the Manhattan skyline some 50 miles away! Learn about the history of the old railroad bridge and hear the back story of how the transformation of it into a Guinness Book of World Records-holder took place.

Each of the walking tours are linked to their social media platforms so you can get details and make tour reservations. Plan in advance, as some may be weather dependent.

15 of the Most Interesting Walking Tours in Upstate New York (Including Four Spooky Ghost Tours)

There are a wide variety of tours one can take in Upstate New York. This list explains 15 of the best, including a tour of a World War II warship, some of the oldest stone houses in North America, a castle in the middle of the Hudson River, a tour of a Guinness Book of Records bridge, the site of the most famous music festival in American history, a guided walking tour of an Art Deco masterpiece, as well as four great walking ghost tours.

Gallery Credit: Chuck D'Imperio

HOORAY! Small Upstate Cider Mill Named "Best in USA!"

Congratulations to the Fly Creek Cider Mill and Orchard (Otsego County) for being named America's #1 Ciderie by USA Today. Click here to see the list of all of the other top ten locations all across the United States. We, in Upstate New York, have known about this legendary cider mill for a couple of generations. Going there, particularly in the Fall, has been a tradition for more than a half century. The food, fun, tastings, duck pond, fresh pressed apple cider, amazing gift shop, and so much more acts as a magnet to those who have to GPS tiny Fly Creek, NY (population under 300) for a special visit to a very special place. Here is a look at the now-award-winning Fly Creek Cider Mill!

Fly Creek Cider Mill

288 Goose Street

Fly Creek, NY

Otsego County

Gallery Credit: Chuck DImperio

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15 Of the Most Fascinating Walking Tours You Can Take in Upstate New York!

15 of the Most Interesting Walking Tours in Upstate New York (Including Four Spooky Ghost Tours)

HOORAY! Small Upstate Cider Mill Named "Best in USA!"