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#1 of 6 Tourist attractions in Geneva

LocalGuideWorld score: 4.80

0.5 km from the center of Geneva

Rating breakdown

  • 5 ★80%
  • 4 ★16%
  • 3 ★3%
  • 2 ★0%
  • 1 ★0%

What reviewers talk about

Share of 16 recent reviews that mention each topic.

  • View38%
  • Cleanliness31%
  • Location13%
  • Service & staff13%
  • Waiting & crowds6%
  • Atmosphere6%
35 Lake Front Dr, Geneva, NY 14456
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Quick facts

What is the rating of Finger Lakes Welcome Center?
Finger Lakes Welcome Center is rated 4.8 out of 5 based on 2,985 reviews.
How does Finger Lakes Welcome Center rank in Geneva?
Finger Lakes Welcome Center is #1 of 6 Tourist attractions in Geneva by LocalGuideWorld score (rating weighted by number of reviews).
Where is Finger Lakes Welcome Center located?
35 Lake Front Dr, Geneva, NY 14456 — 0.5 km from the center of Geneva.
What do visitors mention most about Finger Lakes Welcome Center?
Most often: view, cleanliness, location (from 16 recent reviews).
How can I contact Finger Lakes Welcome Center?
Phone: (315) 787-0007 · Website: iloveny.com
Elsa C Lorenzo
Seneca Lake’s north end in Geneva has a different appeal from its south end in Watkins Glen. It is just as scenic. What is unique that they have inverted looking, stylish structures that shades Adirondack chairs. It is the only lake out of the eight finger lakes that we went sightseeing at that has a or The Finger Lakes Welcome Center.

Their bathrooms are clean. They have an interesting snack shop that also offers complimentary healthy seed crackers.

There is a huge screen that showcases what the area boasts of in terms of scenic destinations.
karenann danieli
Beautiful trail, perfect length. It's 800 steps, we did the downhill way but we're impressed by everyone going up the gorge!!
melody laurel
A typical welcoming center, with a twist. Local brews and ciders are for sale to consume on premises or on attached deck looking over Lake Geneva . Local edibles snacks also avaliable. Great walkway along the lake front as well. All the chairs to sit on are donated In nemory of someone or a civic Organization .
JD
I’ve always enjoyed the views from the park. It’s a great walk on the lake front as well. Wine/craft brew tours around the lake are fun!
Jordan Husar
A great stop to rest, relax, and snap some pics! Everything is clean, quiet and well kept. I haven't purchased food or souvenirs inside but it is always busy when I swing by so that is a good sign. I mostly come to unwind outside by the water on lunch breaks or on the way home from work. Plenty of parking and places to sit and relax. Last time I was there there was an outdoor yoga class which looked amazing, and many families going on walks. I'm grateful for this place.
Angela Brown
I wish I had a week to spend at the Finger Lakes Welcome Center. The man working at the center was so entertaining, knowledgeable and personable. This center definitely has the right man for the job! He’s a local, self-described farm boy with many talents from carpentry to boat tours and everything in between. He’s filled with facts galore with just about anything you want to know and then some! Make sure to stop in and do some free wine tasting and meet this hidden gem of the Finger Lakes. I promise you will not be disappointed!
Nicole Gabriel
Nice area to walk ,bike around the lake. They have a small playground area for kids. Inside they offer different local goods from around the finger lakes area. They also sell some food,wine and beer. They have wine slushies available . Lots of different areas to take photos in. Definitely recommend stopping and checking it out. Plenty of parking. I recommend bringing bug spray with you if you plan on walking around outdoors. They have large swarms of flying fly like insects that follow you around.
Toree
This is a VERY nice welcome center! This is my first time in the fingerlakes and had zero knowledge about what to do or where to go. There was an interactive map to aid in finding exactly what you want to do/eat/stay. They had a cute shop with lots of local goods! The two ladies behind the counter were SO kind!
Wendy Bias
Amazing, the spirit tasting was amazing. The guy who does them is so friendly and gave me alot of information about the area. Loved my experience
Jacqueline Newhart
Stopped to see some people on the lake para sailing on lake or something so we stopped to see what we they were doing. Was fun to watch. Wish I had a good camera.
Varsha Dhavale
This is one of the most beautiful Welcome Centers I have ever visited. Amazing scenery and spectacular views over seneca lake. Well maintained with clean bathrooms. Plenty of outdoor seating and photo ops. You can take a stroll or just sit and enjoy the beautiful view.
Jody T
Geneva, NY is gorgeous! This was a very nice, clean facility with everything you need for a quick bite or cup of coffee. Beautiful views as well!
Touring Townie
Beautiful views. Some great information and a variety of local foods/goods sold here. They have EV charging stations and plenty of parking. Boat rides are available off the dock, and live music plays on the patio occasionally. The playground is so cute and offers a selection of climbing options. There is even a book trail. You read a page of the book, then move on to the next location on the trail to continue to read the story.
Restrooms are available here.

Down the road to the right is Longs Pier with ice cream and hotdogs for sale. Also, with restrooms available. To the left is Seneca Lake Park, which has picnic areas, area to fly kites or play games, and a disc golf course.
Diane Stein
The most beautiful welcome center I have ever visited and I am old. The center has a playground, cafe, and a trail along Seneca Lake that connects to the state park. Grab a coffee and sit on an Adirondack chair viewing the gorgeous Seneca Lake!
Matt Howell
Knowledgeable and helpful staff. Cafe sells sandwiches, ice cream, coffee and more. Tables with umbrellas on the lake. Restrooms. The floor features a huge map odd the Finger Lakes region with numerous locations off parks, museums, etc.

Very nice. Very clean. We were impressed.

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