11-Day Family Friendly USA New York Road Trip Itinerary

• Day 1: New York City - Start your trip off in the bustling city with a visit to Central Park and a stroll down Fifth Avenue.
• Day 2: Philadelphia - Head down to the City of Brotherly Love and tour Independence Hall and the iconic Liberty Bell.
• Day 3: Hershey - Enjoy a day at the Hershey's Chocolate World with the family and indulge in some chocolate treats!
• Day 4: Gettysburg - Take a leisurely drive to the battlefield of Gettysburg National Military Park and participate in history programs.
• Day 5: Williamsport - Explore the natural scenery at the Pine Creek Gorge or go kayaking down the Susquehanna River.
• Day 6: Niagara Falls - Visit one of the wonders of the natural world, the Niagara Falls.
• Day 7: Rochester - Visit the Strong National Museum of Play and enjoy interactive exhibits with the family.
• Day 8: Syracuse - Walk through New York State Fairgrounds and enjoy some tasty treats at the annual fair, held every August.
• Day 9: Albany - Visit the iconic Empire State Plaza and take a tour of the New York State Capitol building.
• Day 10: Saratoga Springs - Catch the live horse racing at the Saratoga Race Course and enjoy the vibrant downtown area.
• Day 11: New York City - Head back to the city and catch a Broadway show or visit the Statue of Liberty.

Time and Cost Estimates

• Central Park (2-4 hours, Free)
• Fifth Avenue (1-3 hours, Shopping Prices Vary)
• Independence Hall (1.5-2 hours, $15 Adult, $5 Youth)
• Liberty Bell (1-2 hours, Free)
• Hershey's Chocolate World (2-4 hours, Prices Vary)
• Gettysburg National Military Park (2-4 hours, $20 Adult, $10 Youth)
• Pine Creek Gorge (1-3 hours, Free)
• Susquehanna River Kayaking (3-5 hours, $40-$80)
• Niagara Falls (2-4 hours, Free)
• Strong National Museum of Play (2-4 hours, $16 adult, $14 Senior, $14 Youth)
• New York State Fairgrounds (2-4 hours, Prices Vary)
• Empire State Plaza (1-2 hours, Free)
• New York State Capitol Building (1-2 hours, Free)
• Saratoga Race Course (2-4 hours, Prices Vary)
• Statue of Liberty (2-4 hours, $18.5 Adult, $14 Youth)
Total Estimated Costs: $242.50-$358.50

Transportation

For this road trip, travelers will need to consider rental car costs and gas prices, as well as the amount of time it will take to drive between locations. The total cost of renting a car for 11 days is approximately $300, and the estimated gas cost for the entire trip is around $200.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider adding a trip to the Finger Lakes region for wine tasting or visiting the Baseball Hall of Fame in Cooperstown. If you have less time, cut out a location or two, such as Hershey or Saratoga Springs. Also, don't forget to pack comfortable walking shoes and plan for healthy snacks during the road trip.