Howe Caverns is located in the heart
of New York State's Leatherstocking Region between Albany
and Cooperstown and is only minutes away from many other
fascinating attractions. Some of these attractions are
open seasonally, and others require advance reservations
for groups. Please visit the property Web site or call ahead for more information.
There are many things to do right here in our own Schoharie County - including All New Bike Routes - and in Otsego County - the home of Cooperstown - to our west. For a map and listing click here.
Among the
attractions within 30 minutes of Howe Caverns are:
Gobbler’s Knob – Schoharie County’s Fun Park! -
Miniature golf, driving range and go-cart track 518-296-8008
The
Iroquois Indian Museum
- Archeological and historical exhibits, as well as an outstanding
collection of contemporary Iroquois artwork and crafts.
518-296-8949.
The
Old Stone Fort Museum Complex
-
A site of the American Revolution. 14 acres of historic
buildings and exhibits. 518-295-7192.
Schoharie
Valley Farms-
See a working farm, and learn how food is grown and brought
to market. 518-295-7139.
Wellington's
Herbs & Spices - Country store with beautiful
herb and flower gardens. Classes and tours available.
1743
Palatine House
-
The oldest existing building in Schoharie County is now
home to a living museum. 518-295-7585.
The
Landis Arboretum
- A beautiful 97-acre public garden with trees and shrubs
from around the world. 518-875-6935.
Blenheim-Gilboa
Power Project Visitors' Center
- Students of all ages
get fun down to a science with displays and exhibits showing
how electricity is generated. 800-724-0309.<
Lansing
Manor
-
See what life was like before electricity in this restored
country estate from the early 1800's. 800-724-0309.
Sharon Springs Garlic Festival - each year in September. For more details, contact Bill Ziese at 518-284-2203 or via e-mail at bill@sharonspringsgarlicfestival.com.
