About The Area

• About Aurora, NY
• The Village of Aurora, New York, is a historic waterfront town located in the Finger Lakes region of New York. It’s on the eastern shore of Cayuga Lake, a glacially formed lake that is surrounded by a bucolic landscape and dozens of vineyards. Aurora is known for its historic charm with a collection of beautiful waterfront homes. Many of these homes are legacies of notable figures such as US President Fillmore and the founders of Wells Fargo, American Express, The New York Times, and American Girl dolls. Aurora is now a destination for travelers from all over the country who come to experience the area’s charm and renowned local spa. Waterfall Excursions – The area is known for having many beautiful waterfalls and waterways. You can visit these on your own or with a tour guide. Information on guided tours can be found here: https://www.airbnb.com/experiences/4812836?viralityEntryPoint=2&s=76 
• Things to Do In And Around Aurora, NY

• Wine and Brewery Tours – Cayuga Lake is surrounded by wineries and d breweries. You can visit these on your own or with a tour. A complimentary shuttle service is available Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday for guests staying at the Inns of Aurora. 

• Wineries by Water—One of the most fun ways to tour the wineries is by boat. Each afternoon a boat departs from the docks on Main Street in Aurora and hops between wineries on the lake. Wineries By Water | Bianconi Ltd.

• Cheese Tour—There are four family-owned creameries along the Finger Lakes Cheese Trail. On each farm they offer tastings of their locally made cheese. Some have been in the same family for up to 5 generations. Many of the tasting rooms are beautiful locations, such as historic barns, etc.  Finger Lakes Cheese Trail: #1 Best Way to Taste the Bounty

• MacKenzie-Childs—Luxury decor brand MacKenzie-Childs was founded in Aurora, and you can visit the estate and original store. The brand is renowned for its distinctive and whimsical style, characterized by handcrafted, hand-painted ceramic and enamelware, furniture, and home accessories. Their playful and unique aesthetic is celebrated for their high-quality, durable, and often collectible pieces. Each July they have a large multi-acre barn sale that brings collectors and shoppers from all over the country. 

• Grass Roots Festival—For over 30 years the area has hosted the annual Grass Roots Music Festival. Over 75+ bands perform on multiple stages, and many people enjoy the weekend by camping at the festival grounds. This year it will be the weekend before the birthday weekend, on July 17-20th.  Finger Lakes GrassRoots Festival of Music & Dance