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Where to play. Where to pray. Where to stay.
Your summer getaway — planned.
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Dear Readers, Mazel tov! Happy birthday to The Monsey View. We are thrilled to celebrate seven years’ worth of outstanding magazines, each of which were chock-full of superior content and information targeting the local community. We are proud of our growth and the place we’ve earned as an integral part of the Monsey community, and with this special gift, we present a toast to our loyal readership. From our inception, we’ve been known for our well-researched, allinclusive Excursions compilations that have become trusted reference guides for many a traveling family. Upon reaching this tremendous milestone, we are celebrating with the presentation of an exclusive getaway compilation that is bigger and better than ever before! We’ve selected twelve lovely vacation spots close to minyan that are within driving distance (many are accessible by Amtrak as well), and here we present to you a full itinerary for each destination. In compiling the list, we’ve kept families of varied ages in mind. We’ve also worked to present up-to-the-minute information for summer 2022 so you can plan the most beautiful family trip with ease. Happy anniversary and happy travels!
כי מלאכיו יצוה לך לשמרך בכל דרכיך The Monsey View Please note: Some minyanim may only be active during the bein hazmanim season. Make sure to check with the shul (and reserve in advance, where needed) to ensure there’s minyan at the time of your travel.
Disclaimer All content featured in Excursions is for informational purposes only. The Monsey View does not endorse any specific attraction, and personal discretion should be used when planning vacation and lodging spots. This list includes hours for July and August of Summer 2022. We took great care to present up-to-the-minute information. However, before heading out anywhere, we advise you to verify the hours, inquire about prices, and make reservations in advance whenever possible. Some venues will not let you in once full, and others require reservations even though they did not state so. While, for the most part, COVID-19 restrictions have been lifted, some venues still require masks in their facilities.
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NIAGARA FALLS, NY
STROUDSBURG, PA THE POCONOS
LANCASTER, PA
WASHINGTON, D.C.
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PHILADELPHIA, PA
LINCOLN, NH T H E W H I T E M O U N TA I N S
LAKE GEORGE, NY THE ADIRONDACKS
PITTSFIELD, MA
PORTLAND, ME
THE BERKSHIRES
MANCHESTER, VT TANNERSVILLE, NY
T H E G R E E N M O U N TA I N S
T H E C AT S K I L L S
NEWPORT, RI
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TANNERSVILLE, NY
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PHILADELPHIA, PA
LAKE GEORGE, NY
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PITTSFIELD, MA
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LANCASTER, PA Attractions | Lodging Minyanim | Kosher Food
PORTLAND, ME Attractions | Lodging Minyanim | Kosher Food
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LINCOLN, NH Attractions | Lodging Minyanim | Kosher Food
Attractions | Lodging Minyanim | Kosher Food
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MANCHESTER, VT Attractions | Lodging Minyanim
Attractions | Lodging Minyanim | Kosher Food
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NEWPORT, RI Attractions | Lodging Minyanim
WASHINGTON, D.C. Attractions | Lodging Minyanim
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תפלת הדרך ֶשּׁתֹולִ ֵיכנּו לְ ָשׁלֹום וְ ַת ְצ ִע ֵידנּו,בֹותינּו ֵ אֹלקי ֲא ֵ ֵֹלקינּו ו ֵ יְ ִהי ָרצֹון ִמלְ ָפנֶ יָך ד' ֱא וְ ַתּגִ ֵיענּו לִ ְמחֹוז ֶח ְפ ֵצנּו לְ ַחּיִ ים, וְ ִת ְס ְמ ֵכנּו לְ ָשׁלֹום,לְ ָשׁלֹום וְ ַת ְד ִר ֵיכנּו לְ ָשׁלֹום (אם דעתו לחזור מיד אומר וְ ַת ְחזִ ֵירנּו לְ ָשׁלֹום) וְ ַת ִּצילֵ נּו ִמ ַּכף ָּכל אֹויֵ ב.ּולְ ִש ְׂמ ָחה ּולְ ָשׁלֹום ִּומ ָּכל ִמינֵ י ֻּפ ְר ָענֻ ּיֹות ַה ִּמ ְת ַרּגְ ׁשֹות לָ בֹוא,אֹורב וְ לִ ְס ִטים וְ ַחּיֹות ָרעֹות ַּב ֶּד ֶרְך ֵ ְו וְ ִת ְּתנֵ נּו לְ ֵחן ּולְ ֶח ֶסד ּולְ ַר ֲח ִמים, וְ ִת ְׁשלַ ח ְּב ָר ָכה וְ ַה ְצלָ ָחה ְּב ָכל ַמ ֲע ֵׂשי יָ ֵדינּו,לָ עֹולָ ם ׁשֹומ ַע ְּת ִפּלָ ה וְ ַת ֲחנּון ֵ ִּכי ֵקל, וְ ִת ְׁש ַמע קֹול ַּת ֲחנּונֵ נּו,ְּב ֵעינֶ יָך ְּוב ֵעינֵ י ָכל ר ֵֹאינּו :ׁשֹומ ַע ְּת ִפּלָ ה ֵ ' ָּברּוְך ַא ָּתה ד.ַא ָּתה
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Rockland County: (845) 425-1600; Brooklyn: (718) 387-1750
In case of emergency in a different locale, please call 911. For non-urgent situations, call your local branch for guidance.
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Rockland County: (845) 371-6333 (NEED), Brooklyn/Manhattan/Catskills: (718) 431-8181 For Interstate Chaverim and branches in other cities, please call your local branch.
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If you don’t want to travel too far for fresh mountain air, and the great outdoors — with its hiking and water opportunities — is your idea of a summer getaway, the Poconos is the perfect location for families of all ages. This huge expanse of mountains and water is full of scenic spots and loads of mountain adventures, most famously the must-visit Bushkill Falls. Here, we based the center spot as Stroudsburg, which is closest to our area and in the vicinity of the selected attractions.
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Bushkill falls
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Blue Lightning Tubing
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Bushkill Riding Stables
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Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours
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Camelback Mountain
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Pocono Go Karts and Play Park
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Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railroad
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Delaware Water Gap
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Edge of the Wood Outfitters
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TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 1 hour and 15 minutes
From Brooklyn 1 hour and 30 minutes
From South Fallsburg 1 hour and 30 minutes
(up to about 1 hour and 40 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 2 hours and 10 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 2 hours with traffic)
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Bushkill Falls
Blue Lightning Tubing
138 Bushkill Falls Trail, Bushkill, PA 18324
124 Golf Drive #3, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
Neveplast run that allows for tubing without snow or water; lift takes you up the hill PHONE 800-335-1113
TRAVEL TIME 21 minutes from Stroudsburg
HOURS Sunday: 11:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Monday and Friday: 5:00 –8:00 p.m.; advance reser vations required COST Sunday: $35; Monday and Friday: $30
Bushkill Riding Stables 124 Golf Drive, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
Color-coded trails of different lengths amid waterfalls and beautiful scenes of nature (boating is closed this year) PHONE 570-588- 6682
Trail ride through scenic Poconos Mountains with option for beginners and more advanced riders
TRAVEL TIME PHONE
26 minutes from Stroudsburg
570-588-5192
TRAVEL TIME 20 minutes from Stroudsburg
HOURS 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. (until 6 p.m. before June 17 and af ter August 28)
HOURS 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; closed Tuesday and Thursday
COST COST
Adult: $15 midweek, $18 weekends; senior: $1 discount; child (4 –10): $9; 3 and under: free
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Pocono Outdoor Adventure Tours
Camelback Mountain 243 Resort Drive, Tannersville, PA 18372
1234 Long Pond Road, Long Pond, PA 18334
Tallest mountain in the Poconos boasting zipline, alpine slides, mountain coasters, Segway tours, a climbing wall and more PHONE 570- 629-1663
One-hour guided UTV tours over 1,000 acres of the historic Pocono Manor, along streams and mountaintops with gorgeous views PHONE 570-839- 6061
TRAVEL TIME 18 minutes from Stroudsburg
HOURS Varies by at traction; reser vations required
TRAVEL TIME 21 minutes from Stroudsburg
COST Varies by at traction
HOURS 9:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.; by reser vation only
NOTE
Two-seater: $125; four-seater: $199
Plea se note that Camelback Resor t also runs both an indoor and outdoor waterpark, but in dif ferent sections. From the zipline only, par ts of the waterpark can be seen.
Pocono Go Karts and Play Park
Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railroad
5056 Milford Road, East Stroudsburg, PA 18302
1 Susquehanna Street, Jim Thorpe, PA 18229
COST
Gorgeous scenic 70-minute ride in vintage caoches pulled by diesel engines
Go-kart track with adult and kiddie tracks, as well as mini golf and paintball
PHONE PHONE 570-223- 6299
TRAVEL TIME
570-352-8485
TRAVEL TIME 45 minutes from Stroudsburg
13 minutes from Stroudsburg HOURS
HOURS
Trains depar t at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m., 3:00 p.m. and on some days at 4:30 p.m.
12:00 –8:00 p.m.; Sunday from 11:00 a.m. COST
COST
$8 per ride or game; $3 for pa ssenger riders
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Adult: $19+; children 3–12: $9+; 2 and under: free
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Delaware Water Gap
AT T R A C T I O N S
Edge of the Wood Outfitters 129 Main Street, Delaware Water Gap, PA 18327 (The tours start at Water Gap River Pase directly across the store.)
Boat rental vendor in the calmest spot of the Delaware River, just minutes from Stroudsburg, offering river trips on canoes, rafts, kayaks and inflatable kayaks PHONE 570-421- 6681
TRAVEL TIME 6 minutes from Stroudsburg
HOURS 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. COST River trip: $52–$55 per person per day; bike rental rates var y NOTE As with all water spor ts, some may not be appropriately dressed on the tours.
Minyanim Stroudsburg, PA
Pocono Summer Minyan in the Jewish Resource Center of Poconos 570-517-0815 1210 N. 5th Street, Stroudsburg (behind the building on the far side of the parking lot)
Camp Dora Golding 570-223-0417 | info@campdoragolding.com 418 Craigs Meadow Road, Ea st Stroudsburg, PA 18301 Reser vations may be required
Chabad of the Mountains chabadof themountains@gmail.com 997 Route 940, Pocono Lake, PA 18347 Summer: Shacharis: 8:00 a.m.; Mincha and Maariv: 5 to 10 minutes before shkiah
The border of New Jersey and Pennsylvania where the Delaware River cuts through a large ridge of the Appalachian Mountains is a nature wonderland. There are trails to hike and to bike, boats to rent and tours to take. And with its concentration of waterfalls and scenic outlooks, a trip to this area is breathtaking. The options for outdoor recreation in this vast area are endless. PARK OFFICE 570-426-2452
Chabad Yeshiva of the Poconos (Camp Merkaz Hachaim during bein hazmanim) Camp Merka z Hachaim: 718-74 4-8866 | campmerka z@gmail.com Chabad Yeshiva of the Poconos: 570-481-4810 poconosjewishcenter@gmail.com 180 Glenmere Road, Canadensis, PA 18325 Check in advance since there’s no minyan when yeshivah is not in session. Minyan during bein ha zmanim takes place near the lobby.
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Holiday Inn Express and Suites Stroudsburg
Hampton Inn Stroudsburg 114 S. 8th Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
1863 West Main Street, Stroudsburg, PA 18360
Rela xing, affordable hotel PHONE 570-424-0400
Well-kept modern hotel at a good price point PHONE 570-872-9040
TRAVEL TIME 2-minute drive and 4-minute walk to Pocono Summer Minyan in Stroudsburg
NOTE There’s another Hampton Inn that is a lit tle bit nicer and a 9-minute drive from the minyan. Hampton Inn and Suites Stroudsburg Bar tonsville; 700 Commerce Boulevard, Stroudsburg, PA 18360; 570-369-1400
TRAVEL TIME 4 minutes to Pocono Summer Minyan in Stroudsburg
Bushkill Inn and Conference Center
Best Western Inn Blakeslee 107 Parkside Avenue, Blakeslee, PA 18610
159 Pocmont Loop, Bushkill, PA 18324
Simple, well-kept inn
Beautiful inn
PHONE PHONE 800-200-2978
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TRAVEL TIME
570- 646- 6000
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TRAVEL TIME 24 minutes from Stroudsburg minyan; 8 minutes from Pocono Pines minyan
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Tannersville and Hunter are two neighboring areas, a village and a town respectively, in the Great Northern Catskills, which are just a few minutes from each other. In addition to the options of family-friendly attractions close by, which make it that perfect destination for families of little children (though the Hunter Mountain chairlift is not an option for infants and toddlers), the place itself has an old-fashioned charm. Quaint shops dot the country roads, and charming little homes are scattered about. The very nature of the place is conducive to relaxation. With kosher food available and several shuls with minyanim, it really is a lovely summer family destination.
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Kaaterskill Falls
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Hunter Mountain
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Boating at North/South Lake Campground
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Bailiwick Animal Park and Riding Stables
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Puttin Plus
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Saugerties Marina
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Saugerties Lighthouse and Trail
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Bronck Musuem
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Howe Caverns
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 1 hour and 30 minutes
From Brooklyn 2 hours and 20 minutes
From South Fallsburg 1 hour and 20 minutes
(up to about 2 hours with traffic)
(up to about 3 hours and 20 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 1 hours and 30 minutes with traffic)
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NORTHERN C AT S K I L L S
Kaaterskill Falls
Hunter Mountain
Parking: Route 23A in Haines Falls, NY 12436 (about a mile west from Wingate Road). GPS coordinates: 42.18983, -74.07401. Trailhead is a bit down the road. Alternatively, the recommended parking at the top of the falls is located near Haines Falls, New York, at the end of Laurel House Road (off of North Lake Road). GPS coordinates: 42.19569420707909, -74.06274090433574.
64 Klein Avenue, Hunter, NY 12442
New York’s tallest two-tier falls — a breathtaking destination
Scenic chairlift to summit of mountain with spectacular views. Zipline and off-road adventure reservations: 518-263-4388
PHONE 518-357-2161
TRAVEL TIME
PHONE
5 minutes from Tannersville
518-263-4223
TRAVEL TIME 8 minutes from Tannersville
HOURS HOURS
Dawn to dusk. Limited parking; stringent enforcement by Town of Hunter
Sunday, Monday and Friday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. COST
COST Free
Lif t tickets: 13– 64: $17; 3–12 and 65+: $13
Boating at North/South Lake Campground
Bailiwick Animal Park and Riding Stables
874 North Lake Road, Haines Falls, NY 12436
118 Castle Road, Catskill, NY 12414
Zoo with over 40 exhibits of domestic and exotic animals PHONE 518- 678-5665
Kayak, canoe and paddle boat rentals at South Lake. (When you exit the parking lot, turn right to avoid swimming area.)
TRAVEL TIME 22 minutes from Tannersville
HOURS PHONE 518-589-5058
TRAVEL TIME
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
8 minutes from Tannersville COST
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Zoo: Adult 13+: $18; child (4 –12): $14; 3 and under: free. Pony rides: $10. Horse-pony rides: $15. Trail rides also available.
8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m.; closed on Wednesdays
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Saugerties Lighthouse and Trail
Puttin Plus
168 Lighthouse Drive, Saugerties, NY 12477
455 Washington Avenue, Saugerties, NY 12477
Outdoor entertainment center with go-karts, batting cages, golf and more PHONE 845-246-4501
TRAVEL TIME 24 minutes from Tannersville
HOURS 11:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m.; Sunday until 5:00 p.m.; closed Tuesday COST $9 per activit y; pacakges available
Saugerties Marina 24 Ferry Street, Saugerties, NY
This marina offers rentals of motor boats, canoes, kayaks and stand-up paddleboards for a rela xing day on the Esopus Creek. This lighthouse is currently a quaint bed-and-breakfast and is accessible only by boat or a half-mile walking trail, which is a gorgeous and recommended walk. PHONE 845-247-0656
PHONE 845-246-7533
TRAVEL TIME 29 minutes from Tannersville
HOURS 10:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.
HOURS Dawn to dusk
TRAVEL TIME 30 minutes from Tannersville
COST Varies by boat; reser vations required for some boats
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Bronck Museum
AT T R A C T I O N S
Minyanim
90 County Highway 42, Coxsackie, NY 12051
Tannersville, NY
Bais Medrash Boston Tannersville 518-589- 6521 5863 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485 They have a mik vah and provide towels and soap.
Congregation Anshei Hasharon 518-589-5830 36 Tompkins Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
Historical tour of the Bronck house and unique barns. The house, built in 1663, is believed to be the oldest house in upstate New York. PHONE 518-731- 6490
Kibbutz Bnei Hayeshivos 212-219-394 4
TRAVEL TIME
69 S. Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
36 minutes from Tannersville
HOURS Tours at 12:00, 1:30 and 3:00 p.m.; reser vations required; closed Monday and Tuesday
Bais Menachem Lubavitch 5973 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
Howe Caverns 255 Discovery Drive, Howes Cave, NY 12092
Springwell Manor LLC 518-589-5094 103 Count y Road 25, Haines Falls, NY 12346
Hunter Synagogue 518-263-4009 7879 Main St, Hunter, NY 124 42
Kosher Food
Underground cave tours and outdoor adventure park PHONE 518-296-8900
Tannersville, NY
TRAVEL TIME 1 hour 15 minutes from Tannersville
Country K
HOURS
518-589-1163 6002 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; advance reser vations required
Fully stocked grocer y store with full selection of produce, meat, chicken, baked goods, ice cream and more. They also of fer a full Shabbos menu by order and feature a dair y restaurant under the hashgacha of Rabbi Gruber.
COST Traditional tour: adult: $25; senior: $24; child (5–12): $15; 4 and under: free
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LO D G I N G
Green Mountain View Inn
Country K Suites
132 South Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
6002 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
Kosher bed and breakfast in the heart of Tannersville; breakfast served daily in their dining area; under the Hashgacha of Rabbi Binyamin Gruber. PHONE 518-261-0405 347-522-5588
Bed and breakfast with full kosher dairy restaurant on premises; breakfast included
TRAVEL TIME PHONE
Walking distance to minyan
201-780-1617
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TRAVEL TIME Walking distance to minyan
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LO D G I N G
TA N N E R S V I L L E , N Y
Sun View Motel
Melour Resort
5844 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
6302 Main Street, Tannersville, NY 12485
Newly renovated kosher hotel with meals, indoor pool, jacuzzi and sauna, outdoor playground, fitness center, and 24-hour tea room. PHONE 518-589-5217
TRAVEL TIME
PHONE
Across the street from minyan
518-589-5060
Springwell Manor
Kaatskill Mountain Club Hotel
103 Rte. 25, Haines Falls, NY 12436
62 Liftside Drive, Hunter, NY 12442
Kid-friendly lodge with minyan, farm animals and playground on premises PHONE
PHONE
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TRAVEL TIME Right by Hunter Mountain
The birthplace of our country is not only rich in history, but also features fun family attractions, like Philadelphia’s popular zoo, the beautiful Adventure Aquarium, bike rentals and boating options. This makes Philadelphia a great destination for the entire family, whether as an overnight trip or even as a day trip. Camden, New Jersey, is just a few minutes from Philly, along with its Jewish community in Cherry Hill. You can choose to lodge at either location and enjoy the attractions that are all within twenty minutes of each other.
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Battleship New Jersey
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Independence National Historical Park
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The Franklin Institute
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Philadelphia Zoo
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Wheel Fun Rentals at Franklin D. Roosevelt Park
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Paddle Penn’s Landing
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Riverlink Ferry
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Adventure Aquarium
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 1 hour and 50 minutes
From Brooklyn 1 hour and 30 minutes
From South Fallsburg 2 hours and 50 minutes
(up to about 2 hours and 40 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 2 hours and 10 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 3 hours and 40 minutes with traffic)
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BIRTHPLACE OF AMERICA
Battleship New Jersey
Independence National Historical Park
100 Clinton Street, Camden, NJ 08103
143 S. 3rd Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Battleship that served in WWII, Korean, Vietnam and Gulf Wars that gives a glimpse into military life PHONE 856-966-1652 HOURS 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. (ship closes at 5:30 p.m.) COST Star ting at adult: $25; senior and child (5–11): $20; under 5: free
The Franklin Institute 222 N. 20th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
Square mile in U.S. with the most history, with tours of Independence Hall, Liberty Bell, and Constitution Center
Interactive museum that brings scientific concepts to life with fascinating exhibits
PHONE
PHONE
215-965-2305
215-4 48-1200 HOURS
HOURS
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; Sunday until 7:00 p.m.; Independence Hall entr y is by tour only with timed tickets
9:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; Sunday until 8:30; la st entr y 1.5 hours before closing
COST COST
Most park sites are free; Benjamin Franklin Museum and National Constitution Center charge admission fees.
Adult: $23; child over 3: $19
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AT T R A C T I O N S
P H I L A D E L P H I A , PA
Philadelphia Zoo 3400 W. Girard Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Wheel Fun Rentals at Franklin D. Roosevelt Park 1 Boathouse Row, Philadelphia, PA 19145
Huge children’s zoo with incredible creatures and many fun activities PHONE 215-243-1100 HOURS 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; advance reser vation required COST Ages 12+: $24; 2–11: $19; under 2: free; parking: $17
Paddle Penn’s Landing 211 South Christopher Columbus Blvd, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Variety of bikes for rent in a scenic park Rent a rowboat or swan for a paddle on the Delaware River PHONE PHONE
215-232-7778
215-413-8655 HOURS HOURS 3:00 p.m.–dusk; Sunday from 12:00 p.m.
Open daily from July 9: 9:00 a.m.–sunset; la st rental goes out 1 hour before closing
COST $12 per person for half-hour rental
COST Bet ween $13 and $37 for an hour
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AT T R A C T I O N S
Riverlink Ferry
Adventure Aquarium
Camden Dock: 1 Riverside Drive
1 Riverside Drive, Camden, NJ 08103
Philadelphia Dock: 211 South Columbus Boulevard Ferry system providing crossriver transportation between the Camden and Philadelphia waterfronts PHONE 215-922-2386 COST Ages 13– 65: $10; 3–12 and senior: $8; under 2: free
Aquarium with shark bridge, penguin island and touch pool PHONE 84 4-474-3474
Kosher Food
TRAVEL TIME 15 minutes from Philadelphia
HOURS
Philadelphia, PA
9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. (la st entr y at 3:30); advance reser vations recommended COST
Kosher Experience at ShopRite
Adult: Bet ween $30.99 and $33.99; child: bet ween $20.99 and 23.99; senior: $28.99 to $31.99
ShopRite of Garden State Pavilions: 2240 Marlton Pike West, Cherr y Hill, NJ 08002 | 856-910-2323 Evesham ShopRite: 400 Evesham Road, Cherr y Hill, NJ 08003 856-216-1400, ex t. 6
Minyanim Philadelphia, PA
There are many minyanim in the area; here we list a few.
Get there by Amtrak
Congregation Beth Hamedrosh Take Amtrak from:
610- 642- 64 4 4
Penn Station Manhat tan (Moynihan Train Hall), Newark Airpor t or Newark Penn Station
200 Haver ford Road, Wynnewood, PA 19096 15 minutes from Philadelphia
Take Amtrak to: Philadelphia or Cherr y Hill Direct Line
Bnai Israel–Ohev Zedek (Nusach Sefard) 215-742-0400
COST
8201 Ca stor Avenue, Philadelphia, PA 19152
Costs var y by route, cla ss and train. Fare star ts at $26 with coach super saver ticket (which is non-refundable and of ten gets booked up fa st); one child bet ween 2 and 12 years of age can travel free with each paying adult; child under 2 rides free on adult ’s lap
Chabad Lubavitch–Cherry Hill 856-874-1500
CONTACT INFO
1925 Kresson Road, Cherr y Hill, NJ 08003
800-872-7245 | amtrak.com TRAVEL TIME
Cherry Hill Community Kollel
From Penn Station Manhat tan: about 1 hour and 15 minutes From Newark Airpor t or Newark Penn Station: about 1 hour and 5 minutes
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856-414-0200 401 Cooper Landing Road, Cherr y Hill, NJ 08002
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Hyatt at The Bellevue
LO D G I N G
CHERRY HILL
200 South Broad Street, Philadelphia, PA 19102
18 MINUTES FROM PHILADELPHIA; LODGINGS ARE LESS EXPENSIVE HERE
DoubleTree by Hilton 2349 W. Marlton Pike, Cherry Hill, New Jersey 08002
Upmarket hotel in landmark skyscraper PHONE 215-893-1234
Sheraton Philadelphia University City Hotel 3549 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19104
Casual hotel with river views PHONE
Modern hotel set on university campus PHONE
856- 665- 6666
215-387-8000
Kimpton Hotel Monaco
Marriott Residence Inn 1821 Old Cuthbert Road, Cherry Hill, NJ 08034
433 Chestnut Street, Philadelphia, PA 19106
Sophisticated hotel right in the historic district
All-suite low-key contemporary hotel PHONE
PHONE 215-925-2111
856-429- 6111
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The town of Lake George sits on a gorgeous lake of the same name in the Adirondack region of the Appalachian Mountains. Featuring a variety of amusement parks, cruises and other boating adventures on Lake George, as well as scenic mountain hikes and rides, this is for families who are looking for a trip packed with fun! Just forty minutes from Saratoga Springs, this is far enough to qualify as a real travel, yet close enough for families of young children.
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Lake George Expedition Park
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Funa’rama Fun Park
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Lake George Boat Rentals
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Parasailing Adventures
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Lake George Shoreline Cruises
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Fort William Henry
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Prospect Mountain
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Saddle Up Stables
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Six Flags Great Escape
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Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course
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Loon Lake Marina
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Scenic Gondola Skyride
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Shelving Rock Falls
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 2 hour and 30 minutes
From Brooklyn 3 hour and 30 minutes
From South Fallsburg 2 hour and 30 minutes
(up to about 3 hours and 10 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 4 hours and 30 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 3 hours and 10 minutes with traffic)
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Lake George Expedition Park
Funa’rama Fun Park
1912 Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845
135 Beach Road, Lake George, NY 12845
Great amusement park with 25 rides plus great shows for young children
Family summer fun with carousel, bumper boats, bumping cars, and more
PHONE
PHONE
518- 686-7627
518- 668-2159
HOURS
HOURS
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m.; closed Monday
COST
COST
$34.99; significant discounts when ordered in advance
Pay per ride
Lake George Boat Rentals
Parasailing Adventures
204 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845
2 Kurosaka Lane, Lake George, NY 12845
Pontoon for 5, 10 or 12 passengers to take out on gorgeous Lake George
1-hour boat ride that includes 8 to 10 minutes of parasailing time per passenger
PHONE
PHONE
518- 685-5331
607-272-7245
HOURS
HOURS
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; advance reser vations recommended
COST
COST
Star ts at $177.75 for an hour
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LAKE GEORGE, NY
Lake George Shoreline Cruises
Fort William Henry
2 Kurosaka Lane, Lake George, NY 12845
48 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845
Stunning Lake George views aboard the Horicon or the Adirondac
British fort and museum with costumed guides
PHONE 518- 668-464 4
PHONE 518- 668-5471
HOURS Tours at 12:00, 1:30 and 3:00 p.m.
HOURS 9:30 a.m. –5:00 p.m.
COST
COST
From $21 per person
Adult: $22; senior and student (15–21): $18; 5–15: $11
Saddle Up Stables
Six Flags Great Escape
3513 Lake Shore Drive, Lake George, NY 12845
1172 Route 9, Queensbury, NY 12804
Major theme park with exciting selection of thrill, kids and family rides. Horseback riding with views of Lake George; pony rides also available
PHONE 518-824- 6000
PHONE 518- 668-4801
HOURS 11:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.
HOURS 9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; reser vations recommended but not required
COST $34.99
COST Trail rides: $80
TRAVEL TIME 13 minutes from Lake George
NOTE Plea se note that one section of the park ha s water rides.
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Adirondack Extreme Adventure Course
AT T R A C T I O N S
Prospect Mountain Address for driving: Prospect Mountain Highway (off Route 9N/ Canada Street, right across Lake George Chamber of Commerce); follow highway until the summit. Address for hiking: 75 Smith Street, Lake George, NY 12845
35 Westwood Forest Lane, Bolton Landing, NY 12814
Thrilling adventure courses and ziplines PHONE 518-494-7200
TRAVEL TIME 17 minutes from Lake George
HOURS Reser vations required; hours var y COST 9+: $50; ages 6+ (kids adventure course): $35
Loon Lake Marina 47 Marina Road, Chestertown, NY 12817
Rentals of pontoon boats, kayaks, canoes, rowboats and paddleboards for 8-hour minimum PHONE 518-494-3410
Lake George’s iconic landmark with a 2,030-foot summit with breathtaking views
TRAVEL TIME
PHONE
26 minutes from Lake George
518- 668-5198
HOURS
HOURS
8:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.; Sundays from 9:00 a.m.
10:00 a.m.– 5:00 p.m.
COST
COST
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Scenic Gondola Skyride
Shelving Rock Falls
793 Peaceful Valley Road, North Creek, NY 12853
Shelving Rock Road, Fort Ann, NY 12827
A half-hour gondola ride on Gore Mountain, with stunning views, hiking and picnicking
Easy hike to 50-foot cascade. Park in Parking Lot 1. From there walk down the slope toward the bridge and follow the trail on the right, where there is a stream. From there it’s a 10-minute hike to get to the top of the falls for splendid views of the falls and creek bed. Walking further on the trail and turning right will lead you to views of the bottom of the falls.
PHONE 518-251-2411
TRAVEL TIME 30 minutes from Lake George
HOURS
PHONE
Thursday to Sunday: 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
518- 623-1200
COST
TRAVEL TIME 45 minutes from Lake George
COST
Ages 13– 64: $24; 7–12 and over 65: $14; 6 and under: free
Free
Get there by Amtrak
Minyanim Lake George, NY
Take Amtrak from: Penn Station Manhat tan (Moynihan Train Hall), Yonkers or CrotonHarmon
Summer weekday minyanim are organized by Rabbi Abba Rubin of Chabad of Saratoga Springs. The location wa s not yet announced. Pre-registration is required, and there’s a $36 registration fee for the sea son. To preregister, tex t 518-526-0773 or email saratorah@ gmail.com.
Take Amtrak to: For t Edward, which is about 20 minutes away from Lake George
Kosher Food Lake George, NY
Chabad of fers catered meals in Saratoga Springs b’ha shgacha s Rabbi Rubin of Saratoga Springs. 518-526-0773 | saratora@gmail.com COST
Price Chopper Lake George 518- 668-2337
Fare star ts at $59; one child bet ween 2 and 12 can travel free with each paying adult; child under 2 rides free on adult ’s lap
Corner Amherst and Iroquois Streets Carries some kosher products; no chalav Yisroel milk
CONTACT INFO
Price Chopper Albany
800-872-7245 | amtrak.com
518-456-9314 | 1892 Central Ave, Albany NY 12205 55 minutes from Lake George
TRAVEL TIME
Albany’s Colonie Kosher Price Chopper, well-stocked with kosher food including milk, chalav Yisroel and pas Yisroel.
Approximately 4 hours to For t Edward
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LO D G I N G
These hotels were selected for their cleanliness, beauty and proximity to a minyan. Many more lodging options of different price points are available, with quite a few along Route 9/Canada Street. Please inquire about location of pool and book accordingly.
Best Western of Lake George
Holiday Inn Resort Lake George
2452 Route 9N, Lake George, NY 12845
2223 Canada Street, Route 9, Lake George, NY 12845
Simple well-kept hotel very close to central Lake George attractions
Geared to children with splash park and playground
PHONE
PHONE
518- 668-5701
518- 668-5781
Courtyard by Marriott Lake George
Kathy’s Resort and Cottages 2354 Route 9N, Lake George, NY 12845
365 Canada Street, Lake George, NY 12845
Hotel across the lake that is walking distance to some attractions
Rentals of chalets, suites, townhomes and studios, each with kitchen facilities. (Housekeeping is not done during your stay, and minimum stay in season is one week.)
PHONE 518-761-1150
PHONE 518- 668-2151
If you want to stay in Saratoga Springs over Shabbos, please email for information about accommodations, food and catering: saratogachabad@gmail.com.
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The Berkshire Mountains is that perfect place for those who love to enjoy fresh mountain air and prefer a peaceful getaway basking in nature’s sights and sounds. This segment of the Appalachian trail has many summits rising more than 2,000 feet, most famously Mount Greylock. The area is also well-known for the popular Jiminy Peak mountain adventure, the only mountain offering alpine slides and mountain coasters this close to home.
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Mount Greylock Reservation
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Jiminy Peak
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Ioka Valley Farm
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U-Drive Rent a Boat
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Onota Boat Livery
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Berkshire Botanical Gardens
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 2 hours and 10 minutes
From Brooklyn 3 hours
From South Fallsburg 2 hours and 10 minutes
(up to about 2 hours and 50 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 4 hours with traffic)
(up to about 2 hours and 50 minutes with traffic)
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THE BERKSHIRES
Mount Greylock Reservation
Jiminy Peak
30 Rockwell Road, Lansborough, MA 01237
37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA 01237
Mountain adventure park with mountain coaster, alpine slides and trampolines, and aerial adventure course
Highest peak in Massachusetts with breathtaking views throughout the 8-mile drive up PHONE 413-499-4262
PHONE 413-738-5500
TRAVEL TIME 20 minutes from Pit tsfield
TRAVEL TIME 20 minutes from Pit tsfield
HOURS 10:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.
HOURS Dawn to dusk
COST
$10 parking
Ticket to either park (aerial or mountain adventure): 38–53”: $39; 54”+: $49; entr y to both parks is $20 more; discounts available online
Ioka Valley Farm
U-Drive Rent a Boat
3475 Hancock Road, Hancock, MA 01237
1651 North Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
COST
Pontoon boat rental Interactive farm with farm-themed activities PHONE PHONE 413-738-5915
TRAVEL TIME
413-281-4196
20 minutes from Pit tsfield HOURS
HOURS
10:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; reser vations recommended
Tuesday to Friday: 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. COST COST
$140 for the first hour; and $80 each additional hour (gets cheaper af ter 5 hours)
$13; under 2 is free
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PIT TSFIELD, MA
Onota Boat Livery 463 Pecks Road, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Minyanim Pittsfield, MA
Chabad of The Berkshires 413-499-9899 450 South Street, Pit tsfield, MA 01201 On Shabbos, the minyan is in Lenox.
Kosher Food Pittsfield, MA Rowboats, kayaks, pedal boats, canoes, fishing boats, power boats and pontoons available for rent PHONE
Chabad of fers a ba sic menu of prepared fresh foods. Orders must be placed one week prior to pickup or deliver y; 413-499-9899. There is a Price Chopper in Pit tsfield and one in Lenox that carr y some kosher items. Stop & Shop on 1 Dan Fox Drive in Pit tsfield ha s some kosher food items too. Info cour test y of Chabad of The Berkshires.
413-4 42-1724 HOURS 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m COST Varies by boat and duration
Get there by Amtrak
Berkshire Botanical Gardens 5 W. Stockbridge Road, Stockbridge, MA 01266
Take Amtrak from: Penn Station Manhat tan (Moynihan Train Hall), Yonkers or CrotonHarmon Take Amtrak to: Albany and a connecting bus to Pit tsfield, Ma ssachuset ts
COST
PHONE 413-298-3926
TRAVEL TIME
Fare star ts at $45; one child bet ween 2 and 12 can travel free with each paying adult; child under 2 rides free on adult ’s lap
20 minutes from Pit tsfield
HOURS
CONTACT INFO 800-872-7245 | amtrak.com
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m COST $18; under 12 is free; Tuesdays are free
TRAVEL TIME Train to Albany takes about 2 hours and 30 minutes, and bus to Pit tsfield about 2 hours and 20 minutes; there may be a wait time for the bus
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PIT TSFIELD, MA
Holiday Inn and Suites Pittsfield-Berkshires
LO D G I N G
Yankee Inn 461 Pittsfield Road, Lenox, MA 01240
1 West Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
Casual hotel a 4-minute drive to minyan
Family-owned hotel a 4-minute drive to minyan
PHONE
PHONE
413-499-2000
413-499-3700
Best Western Plus Berkshire
Jiminy Peak Mountain Resort
1350 W. Housatonic Street, Pittsfield, MA 01201
37 Corey Road, Hancock, MA 01237
Casual hotel a 15-minute drive to minyan
Resort offering 1-bedroom suites with kitchenettes and living rooms with pull-out sofas as well as private homes with multiple bedrooms right near the mountain adventure center
PHONE
PHONE
413-4 42-8714
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Lancaster is a favorite with families of young children, who are enthralled both by the throwback to rural farm living of yesteryear and the fun adventures the area has to offer. (Cherry Crest is a winner for the little ones!) The pastoral sights and clack-clacking of horses — and the very novelty of the residents’ lifestyle — enchant visitors of all ages. The most wonderful way to take in this beautiful scenic farming town is by traveling through or walking down its roads.
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Abe’s Buggy Rides
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Lancaster PA Buggy Rides
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Aaron and Jessica
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AAA Buggy Rides
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Conestoga Greenway Trail
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Conewago Recreation Trail
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Lancaster Junction Trail
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Bike Rentals: Lititz BikeWorks
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Bird-in-Hand Scooter Tours
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Cherry Crest Adventure Farm
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Strasburg Railroad
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Dutch Wonderland
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Choo Choo Train Barn
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Herr’s Snack Factory
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Julius Sturgis Pretzel Factory
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Kreider Dairy Farm
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Amish Village
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 2 hours and 40 minutes
From Brooklyn 2 hours and 30 minutes
From South Fallsburg 2 hours and 40 minutes
(up to about 3 hours and 30 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 3 hours and 20 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 4 hours with traffic)
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AMISH COUNTRY
Buggy Rides
Biking Trails
There are several vendors along Old Philadelphia Pike in Pennsylvania, within minutes of one another.
Conestoga Greenway Trail
Amish Country tours aboard authentic horse and buggy
1301 S. Duke Street, Lancaster, PA 17602 717-299-8215 1.3-mile trail along river
Abe’s Buggy Rides 2596 Old Philadelphia Pike (Bird in Hand) 717-392-1794
Conewago Recreation Trail 2385 North Market Street, Elizabethtown, PA 17022 5-mile trail through scenic farmland and along creek. About a half hour out of the main Amish area
Lancaster PA Buggy Rides 3027 Old Philadlphia Pike (Ronks) 717-278-0302
Lancaster Junction Trail 99 Champ Boulevard, Manheim, PA 17545 Trail of over 2 miles through scenic farmland. About a half hour out of the main Amish area
Aaron and Jessica 3121 Old Philadelphia Pike (Ronks) 717-768-8828
Bike Rentals: Lititz BikeWorks 201 Rock Lititz Boulevard, Suite 11, Lititz, PA 17543 717-553-7997
AAA Buggy Rides 3529 Old Philadelphia Pike (Intercourse) 717-989-2829
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Bird-in-Hand Scooter Tours
Cherry Crest Adventure Farm
2705 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird-in-Hand, PA 17505
150 Cherry Hill Road, Ronks, PA 17572
Over 50 fun activities, including pedal karts, wagon rides, slides, bounce areas, corn maze and petting zoo PHONE 866-546-1799 HOURS
Guided scooter tours through back roads on Lancaster County
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; closed Monday and Tuesday
PHONE
COST
717-584-8064
Star ting at $21.95
Strasburg Railroad
Dutch Wonderland
301 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572
2249 Lincoln Highway East, Lancaster, PA 17602
Scenic ride through Lancaster County farmland in authentic steam train
Historic amusement park with over 35 rides, attractions and shows
PHONE PHONE
866-725-9666
866-386-2839 HOURS Trains leave at 11:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2:00 p.m. and 3:30 p.m.; reser vations recommended
HOURS 10:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m. COST
COST Star ting at $18
Star ting at $54.99
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AT T R A C T I O N S
Choo Choo Train Barn
Herr’s Snack Factory
226 Gap Road, Ronks, PA 17572
20 Herr Drive, Nottingham, PA 19362
Train display with operating model trains and hand-created animated figures PHONE 717- 687-7911 HOURS 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; la st admission at 4:00 p.m. COST Adult: $8.50; child (3–11): $5; toddlers free
Julius Sturgis Pretzel Factory 219 East Main Street, Lititz, PA 17543
Tour and hands-on lesson in pretzel-twisting and baking PHONE
While factory tours are currently closed, the visitor center is open
717- 626-4354 HOURS
PHONE 800-284-7488
By appointment only COST
HOURS Visitor center: 10:00 a.m.– 4:00 p.m.
13+: $4; 4–12: $3; under 4: free
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Kreider Dairy Farm
AT T R A C T I O N S
Minyanim
1467 Lancaster Road, Manheim, PA
Lancaster, PA Degel Israel 717-392-0884
1120 Columbia Avenue, Lanca ster, PA 17603
Kosher Food Lancaster, PA Fascinating dairy farm tour on trolley
The shul ha s a snack shop with limited items for sale (among them chalav Yisroel products). Kreider Farms chalav Yisroel milk is available at Giant Food Store at 1360 Columbia Avenue. Kosher meat and chicken options can be found at Weiss Markets on 1700a Fruit ville Pike and Wegman’s at 2000 Crossings Boulevard. Questions can be directed to hello@degelisrael.org. (Info cour tesy of Degel Israel)
PHONE 717- 665-5039 HOURS Monday through Friday bet ween 9:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.; reser vations required COST Ages 12+: $15; 2–11: $10
Get there by Amtrak
Amish Village
Take Amtrak from: Penn Station Manhat tan (Moynihan Train Hall), Newark Airpor t or Newark Penn Station
199 Hartman Bridge Road, Ronks , PA 17572
Take Amtrak to: Take Amtrak to Lanca ster Direct Line
COST
Guided tour of the Amish way of life in this 1849 farmhouse and scenic grounds
Fare star ts at $67; one child bet ween 2 and 12 can travel free with each paying adult; child under 2 rides free on adult ’s lap
PHONE 717- 687-8511
CONTACT INFO 800-872-7245 | amtrak.com
HOURS 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; reser vations required
TRAVEL TIME
COST
From Penn Station Manhat tan: About 2 hour and 40 minutes From Newark Airpor t or Newark Penn Station: About 2 hour and 20 minutes
Varies
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Eden Resort & Suites 222 Eden Road, Lancaster, PA 17601
LO D G I N G
Fairfield Inn and Suites by Marriot Lancaster 150 Granite Run Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601
PHONE
Upscale hotel with great accommodations for families.
717-581-1800
PHONE 717-569- 64 4 4 NOTE Plea se note that there’s a water playground on premises.
Hawthorn Suites by Wyndham Lancaster 2045 Lincoln Hwy E, Lancaster, PA 17602
AmishView Inn & Suites
PHONE 717-925-0831
3125 Old Philadelphia Pike, Bird in Hand, PA 17505
Hilton Garden Inn Lancaster 101 Granite Run Drive, Lancaster, PA 17601
This upscale hotel has a close-up view of Amish Town; working farms and buggy rides right nearby. PHONE 717-768-1162
PHONE 717-560-0880
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Newport Mansions Preservation Society
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The Breakers
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The Marble House
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The Elms
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Rosecliff
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Touro Synagogue Tours
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The Cliff Walk
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The Harbor
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Newport Car Musuem
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Newport is a perfect destination for adults, or families with older children, who appreciate history, opulance and architecture. Home to preserved mansions of yesteryear’s millionaire families as well as the oldest shul in all of the U.S. — the famous Touro Synagogue — its coastal location rounds out the trip with nautical recreation and gorgeous shoreline walks.
Green Animals Topiary Gardens
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 2 hours and 50 minutes
From Brooklyn 3 hours and 20 minutes
From South Fallsburg 3 hours and 40 minutes
(up to about 3 hours and 50 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 4 hours and 40 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 4 hours and 30 minutes with traffic)
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Newport Mansions Preservation Society
The Breakers 44 Ochre Point Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
424 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
The grandest of Newport’s mansions, this was Vanderbilt’s “summer cottage.” PHONE
The headquarters for information for Newport’s opulent preserved mansions
401-847-1000
PHONE
HOURS
401-847-1000
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; la st admission 4:00 p.m.
HOURS
COST
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Adult: $29; child (6–12): $10; multiple-mansion packages available
The Marble House
The Elms
596 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
367 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
One of Newport’s most notable mansions
One of Newport’s magnificent mansions
PHONE
PHONE
401-847-1000
401-847-1000
HOURS
HOURS
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; la st admission 4:00 p.m.
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; la st admission 4:00 p.m.
COST
COST
Adult: $25; child (6–12): $10; multiple-mansion packages available
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N E W P O R T, R I
Rosecliff
Touro Synagogue Tours
548 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
85 Touro Street, Newport, RI 02840
A Gilded Age mansion with a gorgeous waterfront backyard PHONE 401-847-1000 HOURS 10:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.; la st admission 2:00 p.m. COST Adult: $25; child (6–12): $10; multiple-mansion packages available
The Cliff Walk Newport, RI 02840
A historic tour of the oldest shul in the U.S., which is also an architecurally distinguished building PHONE 401-847-4794 HOURS
Public access to Newport’s rockly shoreline
Tours ever y 45 minutes bet ween 10:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.
HOURS Always accessible
COST Adult: $14; senior: $12; ages 13–21: $10; 12 and under: free
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The Harbor
Green Animals Topiary Gardens
Newport, RI 02840
380 Corys Lane, Portsmouth, RI 02871
Many vendors alongside the harbor for cruises and ferries
Newport Car Museum 1947 West Main Road, Portsmouth, RI 02871 The oldest topiary garden in the U.S., which features 80 sculpted trees, many in the shape of animals, geometric pathways and a house museum PHONE 401- 683-1267
TRAVEL TIME 20 minutes from Newpor t
HOURS 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; la st admission 4:00 p.m. COST Adult: $25; child (6–12): $10; available a s par t of the museum package
Museum featuring a fantastic collection of over 85 unique automobiles, focusing on the design of the last six decades. PHONE 401-848-2277
TRAVEL TIME
Minyanim
20 minutes from Newpor t
Newpor t, RI
HOURS 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
Touro Synagogue
COST
401-847-4794 85 Touro Street, Newpor t, RI 02840
Adult: $19; senior and student: $15; ages 5–12: $9
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The first three hotels are in the vicinity of the mansions and harbor — the most popular, though costly, lodging choices.
Hotel Viking
Courtyard Marriott
1 Bellevue Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
9 Commerce Drive, Middletown, RI 02842
Mansion-style luxury hotel with suites designed after Newport mansions. PHONE 401-847-3300
Gurney’s Newport Resort and Marina
Very pleasant and fairly priced family-oriented hotel. PHONE 401-849-8000
TRAVEL TIME 10 minutes from the center of Newpor t
1 Goat Island, Newport, RI 02840 Beautiful hotel on Goat Island at the ocean. Suspension bridge connects to the main area of Newport. PHONE 401-849-2600
Hampton Inn & Suites 317 W. Main Road, Middletown, RI 02842
Newport Marriott 25 America’s Cup Avenue, Newport, RI 02840
Luxury hotel in the very heart of Newport. PHONE 401-849-1000
PHONE 401-848- 6555
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The Green Mountains in Vermont is a place for lovers of mountains and the adventures they offer. There are three mountaintop adventure centers in the area, which give an opportunity for a lot of fun up and down those magnificent rising peaks. With a dash of history added to the mix, Manchester is a great spot for families of children who are old enough for these attractions.
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Lye Brook Falls Trail
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Pastime Pinball
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Hildene
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Bromley Mountain Resort
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Stratton Mountain Resort
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Killington Adventure Center
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 3 hours
From Brooklyn 3 hours and 40 minutes
From South Fallsburg 2 hours and 50 minutes
(up to about 3 hours and 50 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 5 hours with traffic)
(up to about 3 hours and 40 minutes with traffic)
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THE GREEN M O U N TA I N S
Lye Brook Falls Trail
Pastime Pinball
Glen Road, Manchester, VT 05255; parking is available at very end of the road near the trailhead.
4802 Main Street, Manchester, VT 05255
Playable pinball museum featuring 66 pinball machines from 1947 to present day and other vintage arcade games PHONE 802-366-1200 HOURS
Blue-blazed 4.6-mile (out and back) moderate woodland walk in shade leading to one of Vermont’s finest falls
Thursday and Friday: 12:00 –7:00 p.m.; Sunday 12:00 – 6:00 p.m. COST
PHONE 802-747- 6700
Ages 13+: $15; 4 –12: $10
Hildene
Bromley Mountain Resort
1005 Hildene Road, Manchester, VT 05255
3984 Vermont Route 11, Peru, VT 05152
The historical estate of Abraham Lincoln’s only surviving son, with gorgeous grounds, a petting zoo and a historical tour
Marvelous adventure park with alpine slides, climbing walls, swings, bumping boats and a treetop adventure course
PHONE
PHONE
802-362-1788
802-824-5522
HOURS
HOURS
Thursday to Monday: 10:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m.
10:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
COST
COST
Adult: $23; child (6–16): $6; 5 and under: free
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All-day pa ss: $52; under 48”: $30
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AT T R A C T I O N S
MANCHESTER, VT
Stratton Mountain Resort
Killington Adventure Center
5 Village Lodge Road, Stratton Mountain, VT 05155
4763 Killington Road, Killington, VT 05751
Main area for Killington attractions, including alpine tubing, ATV tours, gondola rides, chairflifts, boating, mountain coaster, Segway tours, biking and more PHONE 800- 621- 6867
TRAVEL TIME 1 hour from Manchester
HOURS 10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. COST Day pa ss: ages 7+: $78; 6 and under: $37; pre-purcha se discounts available; single-ride tickets also available
Lake George Attractions in Lake George section
Offering scenic gondola rides, kayak rentals and ATV tours PHONE 802-297-4000
TRAVEL TIME 25 minutes from Manchester
HOURS Advance reser vations required COST Gondola ride: $52 for cabin of six people, or $15–$25 per person; AT V: Star ting at $119 per drive and $45 per pa ssenger (5 and up)
TRAVEL TIME 1 hour from Manchester
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MANCHESTER, VT
LO D G I N G
Wilburton Inn
Equinox Golf Resort and Spa
257 Wilburton Drive, Manchester, VT 05254
3567 Main Street, Manchester, VT 05254
Upscale resort with traditional rooms PHONE 802-362-4700
TRAVEL TIME 3-minute drive and 23-minute walk to minyan
Small 30-acre hillside estate with antique feel, with 11 stately rooms for rent PHONE 806-362-2500
TRAVEL TIME
Minyanim
3-minute drive and 14-minute walk to minyan
Manchester, VT
Chabad of Bennington County
Hampton Inn & Suites Manchester
518-506-8678 171 Sargent Lane, Manchester, V T 05255 Reser vations may be required to assure there will be minyan at the time of your trip; Minyan Maker is available on their website at machnesterjewishlife.com
4519 Main Street, Manchester, VT 05254
Get there by Amtrak Take Amtrak from: Penn Station Manhat tan (Moynihan Train Hall) Take Amtrak to: Albany and a connecting bus to Manchester, Vermont COST Fare star ts at $61; one child bet ween 2 and 12 can travel free with each paying adult; child under 2 rides free on adult ’s lap CONTACT INFO 800-872-7245 | amtrak.com
Warm hotel with rela xed rooms PHONE 802-362-4000
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TRAVEL TIME
TRAVEL TIME
Train to Albany takes about 2 hours, and bus to Vermont about 2.5 hours; there may be a wait time for the bus.
6-minute drive to minyan
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With its great variety of family-friendly attractions that offer entertainment, outdoor recreation, and so much scenic beauty for visitors of all ages, the White Mountains in New Hampshire is a dream family trip. Popular must-visit spots for families are the bear show at Clark’s, Loon Mountain and its sky ride, Flume Gorge and its famous Lemon Squeezer, and of course, a ride up to Mount Washington’s peak by car, shuttle or train. The long travel is well worth the destination it leads to!
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Loon Mountain Resort
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Clark’s Bears
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Flume Gorge
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Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves
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Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway
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Omni Mount Washington Resort
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Bretton Woods Adventure Center
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Mount Washington Cog Railroad
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Saco Canoe Rental Company
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Story Land
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Mount Washington Auto Road
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Lake Winnipesaukee
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 4 hours and 40 minutes
From Brooklyn 5 hours and 10 minutes
From South Fallsburg 4 hours and 40 minutes
(up to about 5 hours and 50 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 6 hours and 50 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 5 hours and 50 minutes with traffic)
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THE WHITE M O U N TA I N S
Loon Mountain Resort
Clark’s Bears
60 Loon Mountain Road, Lincoln, NH 03251
110 Daniel Webster Highway, Lincoln, NH 03251
Children’s fun center with bear show, train ride, climbing tower, Segways, raft rides and more PHONE 603-745-8913
TRAVEL TIME 23 minutes from Bethlehem
HOURS 9:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m.; bear shows at 11:00 a.m., 1:00 p.m. and 3:00 p.m. COST $30; senior: $27; 3 and under: free ($3 discount for online purcha se)
Flume Gorge 52 Daniel Webster Hwy, Lincoln, NH 03251
Self-guided walk through natural chasm, over bridges and past waterfalls, with fun for the entire family
Adventure park with gondola skyride, trails, glacial caves, bicycle rentals and many activitires
PHONE PHONE 603-745-8111
TRAVEL TIME
603-745-8391
TRAVEL TIME 20 minutes from Bethlehem
25 minutes from Bethlehem HOURS
HOURS
9:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
By reser vation; closed Tuesday and Wednesday COST COST
Ages 13+: $21; 6–12: $16; 5 and under: free; $3 discount for online reser vation
Varies by activit y
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LINCOLN, NH
Cannon Mountain Aerial Tramway
Lost River Gorge and Boulder Caves
260 Tramway Drive, Franconia, NH 03580
1712 Lost River Road, Route 112W, North Woodstock, NH 03262
80-passenger tram that leads you to spectacular mountain views PHONE 603-823-8800
TRAVEL TIME right near Lincoln; 15 mintues from Bethlehem
HOURS 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. COST Ages 13+: $28; 6–12: $23; 5 and under: free; $3 discount for advance purcha se
Omni Mount Washington Resort 310 Mount Washington Hotel Road, Bretton Woods, NH 03575
A must-visit boardwalk adventure through the gorge PHONE 603-745-8031
Historical luxury resort with gorgeous grounds and breathtaking views
TRAVEL TIME 13 minutes from Lincoln; 31 minutes from Bethlehem
HOURS PHONE 603-278-1000
9:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.; ticket sales until 4:00 p.m.; advance reser vations recommended
TRAVEL TIME 29 minutes from Lincoln; 20 minutes from Bethlehem
COST $22; ages 3 and under: free; on-site tickets (when available) are $26
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Bretton Woods Adventure Center
Mount Washington Cog Railroad 3168 Base Station Road, Marshfield Station, NH 03589
99 Ski Area Road, Bretton Woods, NH 03575
Summer activities include gondola rides, ziplines, carriage rides, biking and horseback riding PHONE 603-278-3335
Mountain-climbing railway up to the 6,288-foot summit of Mount Washington
TRAVEL TIME
PHONE
29 minutes from Lincoln; 20 minutes from Bethlehem
603-278-5404
HOURS
37 minutes from Lincoln; 29 minutes from Bethlehem
HOURS
Varies
Trips on the hour bet ween 9:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m.
COST
COST
Varies
Ages 12+: $72; senior: $68; 4 –12: $49
Saco Canoe Rental Company
Story Land
558 White Mountain Highway, Conway, NH 03818
850 NH Route 16, Glen, NH 03838
Kayak and canoe rentals with shuttle service
Fairytale and nursery-rhyme theme fun park for kids
PHONE 603-4 47-4275
TRAVEL TIME
PHONE
54 minutes from Lincoln; 1 hour from Bethlehem
603-383-4186
HOURS
TRAVEL TIME 55 minutes from Lincoln; 45 minutes from Bethlehem
HOURS
9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m.– 6:00 p.m.
COST
COST
$30 –$40 per boat per day; +$10 on Friday and Sunday
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$54.00; senior: $4 4.99; under 3: free; significant discounts online
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LINCOLN, NH
Mount Washington Auto Road
Lake Winnipesaukee
1 Mount Washington Auto Road, Gorham, NH 03581
Weirs Beach, Laconia, NH 03249
Largest lake in New Hampshire, with majestic views and boating TRAVEL TIME 1 hour and 14 minutes from Lincoln; 1 hour and 30 minutes from Bethlehem
Road leading to Mount Washington summit — the highest point in the Northeast PHONE 603-466-3988
Minyanim
TRAVEL TIME 1 hour from Lincoln; 50 minutes from Bethlehem
HOURS 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. COST Drive yourself: $39 per car; $14 per additional pa ssenger (adult) and $9 (child); 4 and under: free Guided tour: adult: $45; 62+: $40; 5–12: $25; 4 and under: $10
Kosher Food Lincoln, NH
Weekday Lincoln location: Days Inn 557 US-3, Lincoln, NH 03521 in the Clermont Room
(GPS: 9 Orourke Drive)
August 8–August 30; Shacharis at 8:00 a.m.; Mincha at 7:50 p.m. and Maariv following Shabbos Minyan will be held at various locations at the homes of visitors staying in Lincoln, i.e.: Village of Loon, Coolidge Falls, Clearbrook, South Peak, Forest Ridge, Alpine Village etc. Before making your reser vation, please check if there will be minyan at your location by emailing lincolnminyan@gmail.com.
Congregation Machzikei Hadath 603-869-3336 31 Lewis Hill Road, Bethlehem, NH 03574
Price Chopper has some packaged kosher foods 603-745- 6835 | 10 Lumber Yard Drive, Lincoln, NH 03251
Presidential Mountain Resort
Presidential Mountain Resort
603-307- 6764 | 1108 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH 03574
603-307- 6764
Kosher grocer y and prepared food for eat-in and takeout (must be ordered 24 hours in advance)
Minyanim in July and August
1108 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH 03574
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LINCOLN, NH
LINCO LN
LO D G I N G
BETHLEHEM
Days Inn Lincoln
Presidential Mountain Resort
557 US-3, Lincoln, NH 03251
1108 Main Street, Bethlehem, NH 03574
Minyan on premises; separate indoor pool with hours for men and women in August PHONE 603-745-8118
Cabin rentals with entire kosher experience and minyan PHONE
Woodwards Resort
603-307- 6764
527 US-3, Lincoln, NH 03251 Right near the Days Inn minyan PHONE
The Chandlers at White Mountains
603-745-8141
30 Arlington Street, Bethlehem, NH 03574
Loon Reservation Service
Vacation rental broker that will arrange condominium, townhouse, resorts or private home rentals for your stay in the White Mountains
Right near minyan PHONE
PHONE
603-896-7777
800-745-5666
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Set on a peninsula extending into the Casco Bay, Portland is the quintessential coastal city. Its breathtaking attractions are geared to adults and older children who opt for scenic spots — Portland’s waterfront with its promenades, fishing wharves and jagged rock are a delight to nature lovers — as opposed to rides and thrills.
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Casco Bay Lines
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Odyssey Whale Watch
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Eastern Promenade
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Back Cove Trail
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Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad
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Portland Paddle
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Portland Head Light
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Seacoast Adventure
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 4 hours and 30 minutes
From Brooklyn 5 hours and 10 minutes
From South Fallsburg 4 hours and 30 minutes
(up to about 6 hours with traffic)
(up to about 6 hours and 50 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 5 hours and 40 minutes with traffic)
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Casco Bay Lines
Odyssey Whale Watch
56 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101
70 Commercial Street, Portland, ME 04101
Offering ferry service from the shores of Portland to the islands of the Casco Bay PHONE 207-774-7871 HOURS Varies by island and day COST Depending on the island, a round trip fare is bet ween $7.70 and $11.55 for an adult and bet ween $3.85 and $5.75 for a senior or child aged 5 through 13; children under 5 are free.
Eastern Promenade Parking: Cutter Street Parking Lot, Cutter Street, Portland, ME 04101
3.5- to 4-hour tour aboard the Odyssey for beautiful sights and sea creatures, among them humpbacks, finbacks, minkes, dolphins, purpoises, sharks, sunfish and turtles PHONE
A two-mile breathtaking harborside stroll and a great stop for picnicking, biking, walking and ball playing
207-775-0727 HOURS
COST
Tours star t at 10:00 a.m. and 2:30 p.m.; reser vations required.
Free NOTE
COST
The promenade pa sses the Ea st End Beach (which is right near the parking area). It ’s the only public beach in the area, a place you may want to avoid on warmer days.
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Adult: $65; child (ages 12 and under): $55; infant (0 –18 months): $25; upper deck (limited tickets/all ages): $75; 45-minute seal watch tour: $29
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AT T R A C T I O N S
PORTL AND, ME
Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad
Back Cove Trail
49 Thames Street, Portland, ME 04101
Parking: Back Cove Trail Parking: Preble Street, Portland, ME 04101 (there are portable toilets here)
The most popular trail in Portland that loops around the Back Cove basin with stunning views of the Portland skyline COST Free
Portland Paddle Cutter Street and Eastern Promenade, Portland, ME 04101
Rental of kayaks for a ride along Portland’s East End shoreline Leisurely 35-minute open-air ride along the Eastern Promenade of the Casco Bay aboard nostalgic railway PHONE
PHONE 207-370-9730
207-828-0814 HOURS
HOURS 8:30 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
Ever y hour on the hour bet ween 10:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m. COST Adult: $15; senior: $13; child (3–12): $9; 2 and under: free
COST Solo kayaks: $25 for 1 hour, $30 for 2 hours; tandem kayaks: $35 for 1 hour, $45 for 2 hours; half-day, full-day and weekly options also available NOTE
NOTE Plea se keep in mind that the Ea stern Promenade pa sses a beach. Plan accordingly for warm days.
Plea se keep in mind that this will hit close to the beach, and plan accordingly for warm days.
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Portland Head Light
AT T R A C T I O N S
Minyanim
100 Shore Road, Cape Elizabeth, ME 04107
Por tland, ME
Chabad Lubavitch of Maine 207-871-8947 11 Pomeroy Street, Por tland, ME 04102 Chabad does not have regular daily minyanim based on Por tland residents alone. In the summer, if there is a large enough visiting crowd, they will organize a daily minyan at the Chabad Center. In order to coordinate the minyanim in advance so you can plan your vacation accordingly, they have established a minyan form on their website: chabadofmaine.com
Portland’s landmark lighthouse is not only its coastal main feature, but it’s also one of the most photographed lighthouses in America. From the lighthouse grounds, you can view another four lighthouse towers in the area.
Kosher Food
PHONE
Por tland, ME
207-799-0881 HOURS
There are kosher sections with some kosher food in the following supermarkets:
Sunrise to sunset
Hannaford
COST
207-761-5965
Free
295 Forest Avenue, Por tland, ME 04102
Shaw’s Westgate 207-774-7661 Westgate Shopping Center, Por tland, ME 04102
Seacoast Adventure
Shaw’s Northgate
930 Roosevelt Trail, Windham, ME 04062
207-797-4304 Nor thgate Shopping Center, Por tland, ME 04103
Get there by Amtrak Take Amtrak from: Penn Station Manhat tan (Moynihan Train Hall) Take Amtrak to: Boston, Ma ssachuset ts, and a connecting bus to Por tland, Maine
Adventure center offering go-karts, mini golf, a sky swing and a children’s water playground PHONE 207-892-5952
COST Fare star ts at $139; one child bet ween 2 and 12 can travel free with each paying adult; child under 2 rides free on adult ’s lap
TRAVEL TIME 40 minutes from Por tland
CONTACT INFO HOURS
800-872-7245 | amtrak.com
Varies by at traction TRAVEL TIME
COST
Train to Boston takes about 4 hours, and bus to Por tland about 2.5 hours; there may be a wait time for the bus
Varies by at traction
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PORTL AND, ME
LO D G I N G
Fleetwood House
The Westin Portland
10 Fleetwood Street, Portland, Maine 04102
157 High Street, Portland, Maine 04101
Modern high-end hotel with a harbor view PHONE 207-775-5411
TRAVEL TIME 10-minute drive to Chabad
A cozy little bed and breakfast close to Chabad PHONE 207-772-9592
TRAVEL TIME 2-minute drive and 7-minute walk to Chabad
Pomegranate Inn 49 Neal Street, Portland, Maine 04102 Colorful, artsy bed and breakfast PHONE
Clarion Hotel
207-772-1006
TRAVEL TIME 9-minute drive to Chabad
1230 Congress Street, Portland, Maine 04102
Hilton Garden Inn Downtown 65 Commercial Street, Portland, Maine 04101
Pleasant conference center type of hotel Modern, more costly, bayfront hotel PHONE 207-774-5611
TRAVEL TIME 5-minute drive and 25-minute walk to Chabad
PHONE 207-780-0780
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A visit to the nation’s capital is for history lovers only, and it attracts adults and older kids. Wherever you turn in the District, you will chance upon a historical site, an iconic monument, or a museum about the past, present and future of the country we call home. Silver Springs, with its selection of minyanim, is just 20 minutes away, and so we provided information for lodging and minayn there too.
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Senate and House Galleries
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United States Botanic Garden
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White House Tours
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The White House Visitor’s Center
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President’s Park
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Smithsonian Castle
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Air and Space Museuem
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American History Museuem
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National Postal Museum
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National Zoo
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The FBI Experience
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International Spy Museum
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Holocaust Memorial Musuem
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Key Bridge Boathouse
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Ballpark Boathouse
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The Wharf Boathouse
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DC Streetcar
WA S H I N GTO N , D.C .
THE DISTRICT TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 3 hours and 50 minutes
From Brooklyn 3 hours and 30 minutes
From South Fallsburg 4 hours and 50 minutes
(up to about 5 hours and 10 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 4 hours and 30 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 6 hours and 20 minutes with traffic)
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Senate and House Galleries and Watching Congress in Session
Capitol Visitor Center is beneath the East Front plaza of the U.S. Capitol at First Street and East Capitol Street
Entry to House and Senate Galleries is through the upper level of the Capitol Visitor Center
A special gallery pass is needed to visit the Senate and House Galleries, which are open to the public when Congress is not in session, and which can also be toured while either legislative body is in session. These can be obtained from the offices of one’s senator or representatives. The schedule information is also available from this office.
Visitors are welcome to enter the monument through the Capitol Visitor Center. Capitol tours are not available at this time. HOURS Monday–Friday: 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
PHONE COST
Of fice of Senator Charles Schumer: 202-224- 6542; 322 Har t Senate Building, Wa shington, DC 20510
Free
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AT T R A C T I O N S
WA S H I N GTO N , D.C .
United States Botanic Garden 100 Maryland Avenue SW, Washington, DC 2000
Getting Around Parking in Washington, D.C., is no picnic. Therefore, public transpor tation, when possible, is the best way to go. Here is a list of just a few of the many public transpor tation options.
DC Circulator 50 Massachusetts Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20002 CONTACT INFO 202- 671-2020 HOURS
Garden with about 65,000 plants for exhibition on the grounds of the U.S. Capitol PHONE
All routes run ever y ten minutes on weekdays from 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. (and on Sunday from 9:00 a.m.); some star t earlier and end later. COST $1
202-225-8333
DESCRIPTION
HOURS
Low-cost public transpor tation with six distinct routes throughout the District ’s main at tractions. Routes travel ever y ten minutes. Maps and information brochures can be found on ever y Circulator bus and are available at various brochure stands around the Metro DC area.
10:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. COST Free
DC Streetcar White House Tours
2550 Benning Road NE, Washington, DC 20002 CONTACT INFO
1600 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230
202-741-0254 HOURS 6:00 a.m.–12:00 a.m.; Sundays: 8:00 a.m.–10:00 p.m. COST Free DESCRIPTION Free train-like vehicle that operates on fixed rails on public streets. There’s only one line currently running.
Self-guided public White House tours are currently taking place on Fridays. Requests have to be submitted through one’s Congressmen, up to three months in advance and no less than 21 days in advance. There are a limited number of passes.
Old Town Trolley 50 Massachusetts Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20002
PHONE
COST
Our Congressmen: Senator Charles Schumer: 202-224- 6542 Rep. Mondaire Jones (17th District, which includes Monsey): 202-225- 6506 Rep. Jerr y Nadler (10th District, which includes par ts of Boro Park): 202-225-5635 HOURS By reser vation only
1-day tour from $45; reser vations required CONTACT INFO 202-832-9800 DESCRIPTION
COST Free
Hop-on, hop-of f tour bus to all major at tractions in the District.
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The White House Visitor’s Center
Smithsonian Castle 1000 Jefferson Drive SW, Washington, DC 20560
1450 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230
Since White House tours are often not attainable, the Visitor Center offers a window into the president’s iconic home with interactive multimedia, archival footage, over 90 White House artifacts, 3D models, and a view inside the lives of the first families. PHONE 202-208-1631 HOURS 7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday COST Free
President’s Park Both trails begin at the White House Visitors’ Center: 1450 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20230
This signature Smithsonian building is home to their visitor center and makes for a great starting point for their museums. Here you can see collection highlights from each museum and then plan which to explore. The park lands surrounding the White House can be explored at your leisure. You can take the Northern Trail through Lafayette Park, or the Southern Trail through the Ellipse.
PHONE 202- 633-1000
HOURS
HOURS
7:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m.; closed Sunday and Monday
8:30 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
COST
COST
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WA S H I N GTO N , D.C .
Air and Space Museum
American History Museum
600 Independence Avenue SW, Washington, DC 20560
1300 Constitution Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20560
A collection tracing major events and themes throughout the years. PHONE 202- 633-1000 HOURS 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m. COST Free
National Postal Museum 2 Massachusetts Avenue NE, Washington, DC 20002
Explore the entire aviation and space history, with original aircraft on display and a cache of information within reach.
Home to the National Philatelic Collection, the world’s largest and most valuable stamp collection, and interactive displays about the history of the USPS
PHONE 202- 633-2214
PHONE 202- 633-5555
HOURS 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
HOURS 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.
COST Free
COST Free
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WA S H I N GTO N , D.C .
National Zoo
The FBI Experience
3001 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20008
935 Pennsylvania Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20535
Visits to FBI headquarters must be scheduled at least four weeks in advance through one’s congressional representative’s office (contact information in White House listing above). PHONE 202-324-3000 HOURS Currently closed for tours, but may reopen sometime this summer COST Free
International Spy Museum 700 L’Enfant Plaza SW, Washington, DC 20024
This museum has recently reopened with fascinating interactive, historical and modern exhibits. They also offer the thrilling option of assuming an identity and taking on a mission for some solid espionage fun.
Home to giant pandas, six African lions, seven Asian elephant, tigers, cheetahs, polar bears, flamingos and so much more PHONE
PHONE
202- 633-4888
202-393-7798
HOURS
HOURS
8:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.; Sunday until 8:00
COST
COST
Free
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Ages 13– 64: $26.95; senior: $23.95; 7–12: $16.95; 6 and under: free
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Holocaust Memorial Musuem
AT T R A C T I O N S
Minyanim
100 Raoul Wallenberg Place SW, Washington, DC 20024
Washington, D.C. Kesher Israel
202-333-2337 | info@kesher.org 2801 Nor th Street NW, Wa shington, DC 20007
Woodside Synagogue Ahavas Torah 301-587-8252 | rabbi@wsat.org 9001 Georgie Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20910 Masks required | Right near Washington, D.C.
Southeast Hebrew Congregation — Knesset Yehoshua 301-593-2120 10900 Lock wood Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910
The U.S. official memorial to the Holocaust that preserves the memory of this dark time with exhibits, photos and educational programs
25 minutes from Washington, D.C.
Yeshiva of Greater Washington
PHONE
301- 649-7077 | info@yeshiva.edu 1216 Arcola Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20902
202-488-0400
They have early Mincha minyanim; masks and advance reser vations are required. 20 minutes from Washington, D.C.
HOURS 10:00 a.m.–5:30 p.m.; by reser vation only COST Free
Get there by Amtrak
Boating in D.C. Key Bridge Boathouse:
Take Amtrak from: Penn Station Manhat tan (Moynihan Train Hall), Newark Airpor t or Newark Penn Station
3500 Water Street NW, Washington, DC 20007
Ballpark Boathouse: Potomac Avenue SE and 1st Street SE, Washington, DC 20003 The Wharf Boathouse :
Take Amtrak to: Lanca ster
690 Water Street NW, Washington, DC 20007
Direct Line
Between the Potomac River and the Anacostia River running through the District, there are plenty of boating opportunities in the nation’s capital. Boating in D.C. has boat rentals at six locations in Washington, D.C.; three are listed here. PHONE
COST
202-337-9642
Fare star ts at $115; one child bet ween 2 and 12 can travel free with each paying adult; child under 2 rides free on adult ’s lap
HOURS
CONTACT INFO
Varies; The Whar f is closed Monday and Tuesday
800-872-7245 | amtrak.com
COST Single kayak: $18 per hour; Double kayak: $25 per hour; 3-person canoe (2 adults, 1 child): $28 per hour. The Whar f Boathouse also of fers complimentar y jitney rides.
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TRAVEL TIME About 3 hour and 30 minutes
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WA S H I N GTO N , D.C .
LO D G I N G
Hyatt Regency Washington on Capitol Hill
Holiday Inn Washington – Capitol
400 New Jersey Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20001
1501 Rhode Island Avenue NW, Washington, DC 20005
Modern hotel in the Capitol and National Mall area (pool is on the rooftop,so no pool views) PHONE 202-479-4000
Modern hotel a 10-minute walk from the Capitol PHONE 202-737-1234
Courtyard Silver Spring Downtown 8506 Fenton Street, Silver Spring, MD 20910 Contemporary hotel in Downtown Silver Spring
Holiday Inn Washington – Central/White House
PHONE 301-589-4899
TRAVEL TIME 20 minutes from Wa shington, D.C.
550 C Street SW, Washington, DC 20024
DoubleTree by Hilton 8727 Colesville Road, Silver Spring, MD 20910
Casual hotel with city views (pool is on the rooftop, so no pool views) a 16-minutes walk from the White House
Affordable contemporary hotel in downtown Silver Spring
PHONE 202-483-2000
PHONE 301-589-5200
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TRAVEL TIME 20 minutes from Wa shington, D.C.
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Niagara Falls is a sight to behold and an experience for everyone to try. In addition to the various falls attractions (most of which little kids cannot participate in), the area over on our side of the border features the Erie Canal experience as well as an inside look into how the falls provides energy for a great part of New York in Power Vista’s attraction. Due to the difficulty of getting over the border, we feature the attractions on the U.S. side right here in New York. And while there’s no minyan in Niagara Falls, NY, planned for this summer, Buffalo, about 25 minutes away, features three minyanim. While there, don’t forget to visit the kever of Rav Eliyahu Yosef Rabinowitz, zt”l.
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Niagara Falls State Park
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Cave of the Winds
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Maid of the Mist
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Aquarium of Niagara
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Niagara Falls Fireworks
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Observation Tower
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Niagara Scenic Trolley
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Niagara Adventure
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Niagara Power Vista
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Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours
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Lockport Locks
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Niagara Amusement and Splashworld
TRAVEL TIME From Monsey 5 hours and 40 minutes
From Brooklyn 6 hours and 30 minutes
From South Fallsburg 4 hours and 40 minutes
(up to about 6 hours with traffic)
(up to about 8 hours and 30 minutes with traffic)
(up to about 5 hours and 40 minutes with traffic)
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M i nya n i m
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NIAGARA FALLS
Niagara Falls State Park
Maid of the Mist
332 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Purchase tickets at the Maid of the Mist ticket plaza located at the Observation Tower on 1 Prospect Street.
Park that contains the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls and a portion of the Horseshoe Falls. American-side attractions can be accessed from here. PHONE 716-278-1794 HOURS 24 hours COST Parking $10
Cave of the Winds Purchase tickets at the Cave of the Wind ticket plaza on Goat Island in Niagara Falls State Park
Journey down to the Niagara Gorge for a breathtaking tour on wooden decks in poncho to feel the showers on Hurricane Deck (the sandals will be phased out mid-July, so bring your own waterproof footwear)
Boat tour that goes into the basin of the Horseshoe Falls
PHONE
PHONE
716-2785-0705
716-284-8897
HOURS
HOURS
9:00 a.m.–8:15 p.m.
9:00 a.m.–8:00 p.m.
COST
COST
Friday–Sunday: $15; Monday–Thursday: $13
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Adult: $25.25; child (6–12): $14.75; 5 and under: free
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Observation Tower
Aquarium of Niagara
1 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
701 Whirlpool Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14301
Aquarium with penguins, seals, sea lions, and presentations and shows PHONE 716-285-3575 HOURS 9:00 a.m.– 6:00 p.m. COST Adult: $19.95; 60+: $17.95; child (3–12): $14.95; 2 and under: free
Niagara Falls Fireworks Best spot is Prospect Point in Niagara Falls State Park: 332 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY 1430
Unobstructed panoramic views of the cascades and raging white water below
Remarkable (weather-permitting) fireworks show over the illuminated falls at night
PHONE 716-278-1794
PHONE 716-278-1794
HOURS 24 hours
HOURS Ever y night at 10:00 p.m.
COST Free
COST Free
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Niagara Scenic Trolley
Niagara Adventure
Niagara Falls State Park: 332 Prospect Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Niagara Falls Visitor Center: 1 Prospect Pointe, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Gives passengers an overview of the park
30-minute Niagara Falls experience on screen
PHONE
PHONE
716-278-1794
716-278-5040
HOURS
HOURS
9:00 a.m.–7:30 p.m.
Ever y 45 minutes; show times var y
COST
COST
Adult: $3; child: $2
Adult: $12; child (6–12): $9; 5 and under: free
Niagara Power Vista
Whirlpool Jet Boat Tours
5777 Lewiston Road, Lewiston, NY 14902
115 South Water Street, Lewiston, NY 14092
A bumpy, thrilling ride through the white water rapids in a choice of an open or closed speedboat
Hands-on interactive exhibit, a 4-D ride, and awesome dam and gorge views exploring the science and power PHONE 716-286- 6661
PHONE 888-438-4 4 4 4
TRAVEL TIME 7 minutes from Niagara Falls
TRAVEL TIME 15 minutes from Niagara Falls
HOURS Wet boat leaves each hour on the hour (except 12:00 p.m.) bet ween 10:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.; dr y boat leaves at 11:30 a.m.; reser vations required
HOURS 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m. COST
COST
Free
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AT T R A C T I O N S
Adult: $64.95, child (6–12): $39.95
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Lockport Locks
AT T R A C T I O N S
Minyanim
210 Market Street, Lockport, NY 14904
Niagara Falls, NY
Young Israel of Greater Buffalo 716- 634-0212 105 Maple Road, Buf falo, NY 14221
Achei Tmimim — The Saranac Synagogue 716-876-1284 85 Saranac Avenue, Buf falo, NY 14216
Beis Haknesses Hagodol Lubavitch 716-832-5063 500 Starin Avenue, Buf falo, NY 14216
Experience the engineering marvel of the Erie Canal on a boat that actually goes through the canal PHONE 716-433- 6155
Get there by Amtrak
TRAVEL TIME 30 minutes from Niagara Falls
HOURS
Take Amtrak from:
Tour times: 10:00 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 3:00 p.m.
Penn Station Manhat tan (Moynihan Train Hall), Newark Airpor t or Newark Penn Station
COST
Take Amtrak to:
Adult: $21.50; child (4 –10): $11; under 4: free
Lanca ster Direct Line
Niagara Amusement and Splashworld 2400 Grand Island Boulevard, Grand Island, NY 14702
COST
Recently reopened theme park
Fare star ts at $66; one child bet ween 2 and 12 can travel free with each paying adult; child under 2 rides free on adult ’s lap
PHONE 716-770-1770
CONTACT INFO
HOURS
800-872-7245 | amtrak.com
Currently open Sunday 12:00 –7:00 p.m.; may change for July TRAVEL TIME COST
From Penn Station Manhat tan: About 9 hours (20 to 40 minutes less from Yonkers and Croton-Harmon respectively)
$14.99
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Airbnb by the Cohen Family Vacation houses for short-term rental in the area PHONE 716-298-7003
LO D G I N G
Comfort Inn University 1 Flint Road, Amherst, NY 14226
WEBSITE niagara-hospitalit y.com
Sheraton Niagara Falls 300 3rd Street, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Laid-back hotel a 10-minute walk from Young Israel of Greater Buffalo PHONE 716- 688-0811
PHONE 716-285-3361
Hyatt Place Buffalo-Amherst 5020 Main Road, Amherst, NY 14226
Hyatt Place Niagara Falls 310 Rainbow Boulevard S, Niagara Falls, NY 14303
Beautiful hotel within a few minutes driving distance to Buffalo minyanim PHONE
PHONE 716-285-5000
716-839-4040
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