Self-Guided Finger Lakes NY Audio Tour: Ithaca-Watkins Glen Discount Tickets

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Overview

Explore the Finger Lakes on a self-guided drive around Seneca and Cayuga Lakes, blending waterfalls, wine country, and American history. Four must-see stops anchor the journey: towering Taughannock Falls, the birthplace of the women’s rights movement in Seneca Falls, lakeside Belhurst Castle, and the gorge trails of Watkins Glen State Park. Along the way, discover scenic byways, vineyard overlooks, nature preserves, and sweeping lake views. Purchase one tour per car, not per person. Everyone listens together! After booking, you can check your email before downloading the Tour Guide App by Action, entering your unique password, and accessing your tour. The preceding steps require good internet/Wi-Fi access. Simply follow the audio instructions and the route from there. New, Lifetime access, no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want. This is not an entrance ticket to attractions along the route. Check opening hours before your visit.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Start on Hwy 14 (N Franklin St) near 214 N Franklin St, Watkins Glen, NY 14891, by the red phone booth with shops on both sides. Suggested start; we’re not affiliated, so staff won’t have tour info. Audio auto-starts—check email/text for setup, download on strong internet.

Language Offered

English-AUDIO

Itinerary

1. Cayuga Lake Scenic Byway, Inc.
A picturesque route tracing the western shore of Cayuga Lake, winding past vineyards, waterfalls, and charming lakeside towns. It’s one of the most relaxing drives in the Finger Lakes, with sweeping water views at every turn. Note: The tour covers 90+ miles, includes 125+ audio stories, and takes about 6–7 hours to complete. New: Lifetime access with no expiry. Use it anytime, on any trip, as many times as you want.
Duration: 15 mins
2. Cayuga Nature Center
A family-friendly nature preserve near Ithaca featuring wooded trails, interactive exhibits, and the six-story TreeTops Treehouse. It’s a peaceful spot to learn about local wildlife and explore the forests of the Finger Lakes.
Duration: 15 mins
3. Taughannock Falls State Park
Home to one of the tallest single-drop waterfalls east of the Rockies, plunging 215 feet into a dramatic gorge. Easy trails and scenic overlooks make this a must-stop along Cayuga Lake.
Duration: 15 mins
4. Taughannock Falls Overlook View Point
A breathtaking viewpoint perched above the 215-foot waterfall, offering a dramatic top-down perspective into the gorge. It’s the easiest way to take in the full scale of Taughannock Falls without hiking.
Duration: 15 mins
5. Cayuga Lake
A tranquil stretch of wetlands along Cayuga Lake, rich with birdlife and seasonal blooms. These marshes serve as an important habitat for herons, ducks, and migratory species while offering peaceful lake-edge scenery.
Duration: 10 mins
6. Sheldrake Point Winery
A lakeside winery on Cayuga Lake known for elegant cool-climate wines, especially Riesling and Cabernet Franc. With vineyard views and a relaxed tasting room, it’s a scenic stop along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail.
Duration: 10 mins
7. Thirsty Owl Wine Company
A popular Cayuga Lake winery known for award-winning Rieslings and bold reds. With vineyard views, a lively tasting room, and an on-site bistro, it’s a welcoming stop along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail.
Duration: 10 mins
8. Van Riper & Whitlock Nature Preserve
A quiet, forested preserve overlooking Cayuga Lake with gentle trails through hardwood woods and meadows. It’s a peaceful place for a short hike, birdwatching, and taking in scenic lake views.
Duration: 10 mins
9. Cayuga Lake State Park
A lakeside park on the northern end of Cayuga Lake offering swimming, boating, and shaded picnic spots. With campsites and peaceful shoreline views, it’s a relaxing stop in the heart of the Finger Lakes.
Duration: 10 mins
10. Cayuga-Seneca Canal
A historic waterway connecting Cayuga and Seneca Lakes to the Erie Canal system. Once vital for trade and transport, today it’s popular for boating, fishing, and scenic waterfront views.
Duration: 10 mins
11. Seneca Falls
A historic Finger Lakes town best known as the birthplace of the women’s rights movement. Set along the Cayuga–Seneca Canal, Seneca Falls blends rich history with charming waterfront streets and small-town appeal.
Duration: 10 mins
12. Women's Rights National Historical Park New Yorkl
This historic site preserves the legacy of the 1848 Seneca Falls Convention, the first women’s rights convention in the United States. Through the Wesleyan Chapel and related landmarks, it honors the movement that reshaped American history.
Duration: 10 mins
13. Canadice Lake
The smallest of the Finger Lakes, Canadice Lake is quiet, undeveloped, and beautifully wild. With forested shores and limited access, it offers peaceful scenery and a true back-to-nature escape.
Duration: 10 mins
14. Geneva
A vibrant lakeside city at the northern tip of Seneca Lake, known for its wine scene, waterfront parks, and historic charm. Geneva blends Finger Lakes beauty with lively restaurants, shops, and cultural attractions.
Duration: 10 mins
15. Seneca Lake State Park
A spacious waterfront park in Geneva offering lake access, picnic areas, and a marina. With walking paths and wide-open views of Seneca Lake, it’s a relaxing place to unwind in the Finger Lakes.
Duration: 10 mins
16. Belhurst Castle Winery
A striking 19th-century stone castle overlooking Seneca Lake in Geneva. Now a hotel, winery, and event venue, Belhurst blends historic charm with sweeping lake views in the heart of the Finger Lakes.
Duration: 10 mins
17. Seneca Lake
The largest and deepest of the Finger Lakes, stretching over 35 miles through vineyard-covered hills. Known for its world-class wineries and scenic shoreline towns, Seneca Lake is the heart of the region’s wine country.
Duration: 10 mins
18. Fox Run Vineyards
A family-owned winery on the west side of Seneca Lake known for its estate-grown Rieslings and warm, welcoming atmosphere. With scenic vineyard views and a farm-to-table café, it’s a classic Finger Lakes wine stop.
Duration: 10 mins
19. Keuka Lake
One of the most distinctive Finger Lakes, Keuka Lake is famous for its unique Y-shape and crystal-clear waters. Surrounded by rolling vineyards and charming lakeside towns, it’s a scenic gem in New York wine country.
Duration: 10 mins
20. Shaw Vineyard
A small, family-owned winery near Keuka Lake known for handcrafted, small-batch wines. With a relaxed tasting room and scenic vineyard views, Shaw Vineyard offers an intimate Finger Lakes wine experience.
Duration: 10 mins
21. Glenora Wine Cellars
The first winery established on Seneca Lake, Glenora Wine Cellars offers award-winning wines with sweeping lake views. Its hilltop tasting room and on-site inn make it a scenic highlight along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail.
Duration: 10 mins
22. Lakewood Vineyards
A family-owned winery on the west side of Seneca Lake known for award-winning Rieslings and classic Finger Lakes varieties. With panoramic vineyard views and a welcoming tasting room, it’s a favorite stop along the Seneca Lake Wine Trail.
Duration: 10 mins
23. Watkins Glen
A charming lakeside village at the southern tip of Seneca Lake, known for its dramatic gorge and racing heritage. With waterfront views, small-town shops, and easy access to waterfalls, Watkins Glen is a Finger Lakes favorite.
Duration: 10 mins
24. Watkins Glen State Park
Famous for its dramatic gorge trail, this park features 19 waterfalls cascading through a narrow stone canyon. With winding paths, stone bridges, and misty cliff walls, it’s one of the most breathtaking hikes in the Finger Lakes.
Duration: 10 mins
25. Watkins Glen State Park Visitor Center
The main information hub at the entrance to Watkins Glen State Park, offering maps, exhibits, and trail guidance. It’s the perfect starting point before heading into the park’s iconic gorge and waterfall trails.
Duration: 10 mins

Inclusion

Just bring your car and phone; the app guides your tour.

Support is available via chat, email, or phone if you need help.

Planning tools, route maps, scenic stops, and area previews included.

Private tour experience for your family, in your own car.

Lifetime access: use the tour anytime and keep it for future trips.

Works offline with GPS route guidance and automatic audio stories.

One purchase covers everyone in your car, not per person.

Flexible tour: start, stop, and pause anytime during your trip.

Access your tour in our separate audio tour app after booking.

Hidden gems and local stories included along the route.

Exclusion

No live guide. Entrance fees, parking, food, and car rental are separate.

Cancellation Policy

Check mark icon Refundable tickets

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

  • 100% refund if cancelled 1+ days before the start date
  • 0% refund if cancelled less than 1 day(s) before the start date

Additional Info

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Easy to use: GPS-triggered audio plays automatically along the route for a hands-free experience.

Private tour: Explore in your own vehicle without crowded buses or large tour groups.

At your own pace: Start anytime and pause for hikes, picnics, photos, or scenic stops.

Works offline: Once downloaded, the tour works using GPS without Wi-Fi or cellular service.

Good value: One purchase covers everyone in your vehicle, not each person separately.

More ways to save: Choose a single tour, a nearby bundle, or access to 200+ tours.

Download in advance: Download the Tour Guide app by Action and tour while connected to Wi-Fi or a strong cellular signal.

Follow the route: Begin at the suggested starting point or join anywhere along the route shown in the app.

Lifetime access: Preview the tour before your trip and revisit the stories, photos, and details afterward.

Supported devices: iPhone with iOS 15+, Android with version 9+, or a GPS-enabled iPad/tablet with cellular capability.

The app’s audio will play through your car’s Apple CarPlay and Android Auto display, while the app’s map will display on your phone. You can connect your phone to the car via Bluetooth to listen to the commentary through the car stereo.

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Reviews

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