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#146 Travel to Upstate New York: 3 New York Road Trip Itinerary Stops to Make Before It's Too Late

Everyday Bucket List: Travel Ideas, Local Adventures & Money Hacks

Release Date: 02/04/2026

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#146 How do you turn a long weekend into the ultimate Upstate New York bucket list trip?

In this episode of The Everyday Bucket List Podcast, we’re sharing how a three-day Upstate New York getaway turned into a perfectly balanced mix of art, nature, history, and smart travel planning. From driving to Buffalo for a must-see Yayoi Kusama exhibit to experiencing Niagara Falls in the quiet of winter and wrapping up in Cooperstown at the Baseball Hall of Fame, this trip proves you don’t need weeks off to create unforgettable memories.

You’ll hear about:

  • The Yayoi Kusama exhibit at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum and why it’s worth planning a trip around

  • What Niagara Falls is like in winter (fewer crowds, more magic)

  • Stops in Syracuse and Cooperstown, including the National Baseball Hall of Fame

  • Budget-friendly tips, bougie stays, and using points to travel smarter

This episode of the Everyday Bucket List Podcast breaks down a packed three-day Upstate New York itinerary that proves big adventures can fit into a short trip.

The journey includes a seven-hour drive to Buffalo for the Yayoi Kusama exhibit at the Buffalo AKG Art Museum, a stay at the historic Richardson Hotel, and a spontaneous winter stop at Niagara Falls with fewer crowds and dramatic views.

From there, the trip continues to Syracuse for a relaxed overnight before heading to Cooperstown to explore the National Baseball Hall of Fame and its classic small-town charm. Along the way, the hosts share food finds, hotel tips, and reflections on being “travel samplers” who love quick, meaningful experiences.

The episode wraps with tips and a money hack slash travel hack you don't want to miss.

 

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