6 days in Corning & Watkins Glen Itinerary

Corning is a city in Steuben County, New York, United States, on the Chemung River. Start off your visit on the 26th (Sat): stroll the grounds of Woodlawn National Cemetery, learn about all things military at Vietnam Veterans War Memorial Museum, then explore the world behind art at Arnot Art Museum, then pause for some serene contemplation at St Mary's Church, and finally take in the exciting artwork at West End Gallery. Here are some ideas for day two: see the interesting displays at Corning Museum of Glass, then see the interesting displays at Corning Airport and National Wartime Museum, and then explore the world behind art at The Rockwell Museum.

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The Route module can give you travel options from your home to Corning. Expect a daytime high around 78°F in June, and nighttime lows around 54°F. Wrap up your sightseeing on the 28th (Mon) to allow time to drive to Watkins Glen.

Watkins Glen is a village in Schuyler County, New York, United States. Bring the kids along to West End Gallery and Corning Airport and National Wartime Museum. Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Eagle's Cliff Falls and Catharine Valley Trail. Get out of town with these interesting Watkins Glen side-trips: Elmira (Woodlawn National Cemetery & Chemung Valley History Museum), The Rockwell Museum (in Corning) and Trumansburg (Overlook at Taughannock Visitor Center & Taughannock Falls State Park). And it doesn't end there: paddle through the water with Summit To Stream Adventures, take in the dramatic scenery at Aunt Sarah's Falls, see the interesting displays at International Motor Racing Research Center, and admire the majestic nature at Watkins Glen State Park.

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Watkins Glen is just a short distance from Corning. In June, daily temperatures in Watkins Glen can reach 78°F, while at night they dip to 54°F.