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Discover Historic Cities & Towns along the Erie Canal
Canal Towns offer amazing History, unique Attractions, and Great Places to Dine & Stay.










Albany - NY's Capital City
The last four centuries have seen Albany evolve from a small Dutch settlement into New York State's Capitol City in the heart of burgeoning Tech Valley.
Auburn - the Gateway to the Finger Lakes
The nationally significant and quaint city of Auburn is nestled right in the heart of Finger Lakes Region of Upstate New York
Buffalo - NY's Gateway to the West
Set on the shores of Lake Erie, the exciting metropolis of Buffalo is New York state's second most populous city after New York City.
Canastota, on the Historic Erie Canal
The historic village of Canastota has produced two world boxing champions and is home to the International Boxing Hall of Fame.
Chittenango - on the Erie Canal
Chittenango is the birthplace of L. Frank Baum, author of many children’s books including his most famous book, "The Wonderful Wizard of Oz."
Fairport on the Erie Canal
The Fun-loving Village of Fairport is located along the Heart of the historic Erie Canal District within the Town of Perinton, just south of Rochester.
Geneva - the 'Uniquely Urban' small town
A vibrant and evolving city with diverse foods, languages, cultures, arts and shopping, downtown Geneva offers something for everyone ..
Herkimer, a Diamond in the Rough
Nestled on the north side of the Mohawk River, the town of Herkimer is home to the famous 'Herkimer Diamond Mines.'