- TripBuzz found 53 things to do with kids in or near Hector, New York, including 51 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like Ithaca, Watkins Glen, Horseheads and Penn Yan.
- From Hector Falls, Hector, NY to Smith Memorial Park, the Hector area offers 48 different types of family activities, including: Parks, Waterfalls, History Museums and Movie Theaters.
- Located west of Ithaca is Hector. The New York city is most popularly visited for its stunning waterfalls and nature landscape. Bordering Seneca Lake, residents and tourists enjoy water recreational activities such as boating, fishing and swimming. Other popular points of interest include the Seneca Wine Trail, local farms and the Finger Lakes National Forest.
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Covering a total of 4,300 acres, the Cornell Plantations has a botanical garden, an arboretum, and plenty of trails. In here there are also 38 natural areas, such as the Cayuga Marsh and the Polson Natural Area. Public events are organized in here, such as the Garden Gift Shop Holliday.
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The Sapsucker Woods are popular among the birdwatchers, because in here can be spotted more than 225 species of birds. It covers 220 acres and features a visitor's center and more than 4 miles of trails.
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159 Sapsucker Woods Road, Ithaca, NY 14850
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Dedicated to the study and appreciation of birds, the Cornell Lab of Ornithology provides learning experiences related to the watching and identification of birds. The grounds provide walking trails for bird watching as well as a bird-themed gift shop.
21.6 Miles
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190 Wygant Road, Horseheads, NY 14845
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A sports complex, Holding Point Recreation Complex At the Center features fields for baseball, softball and lacrosse along with a horseshoe area. The complex also provides a BMX course, paved paths, bleacher seating and a pavilion.
22.9 Miles
Offering educational opportunities in science, technology, engineering, and math, the Wings of Eagles Discovery Center features interactive e-learning and hands on programs. In addition, visitors can browse the aircraft hangar, experience a flight simulator, and view exhibits.
23.2 Miles
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312 W Broad Street, Horseheads, NY 14845
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Purchased in 1995 for use as a museum, The Depot Museum of the Horseheads Historical Society is an old railroad depot built in the 1860s. The museum hosts displays and artifacts pertaining to the history of Horseheads.
23.2 Miles
The Regal Arnot Mall is a mall that holds special events throughout the year including the 'Rotary Spelling Bee', the 'Sunburst Beauty Pageant', and the 'Red Cross Blood Drive'. The mall is home to stores such as Macy's and Sears.
23.2 Miles
Dedicated to preserving and celebrating the history and culture of Horseheads, New York, the Hoseheads Historical Soc maintains a museum and archive of local artifacts and documents. The society also hosts and sponsors special events.
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Corning Airport and National Wartime Museum features a collection of 27 painstakingly restored military aircraft, some of which date back to the second world war. It also remains a fully functioning airport.
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A ten-screen movie theater, Regal Arnot Mall 10 displays first-run feature films using digital projection and RealD 3D. The theater offers self-service and mobile ticketing, a game room and a concession area with food and drinks.