Vacation Destination for Generations

Did You Know…

Some lakeside accommodations in the Chautauqua-Lake Erie region offer boat rentals and boat docking when you book a stay at their location. Visit TourChautauqua.com/Stay for more information and a full list of accommodations in the area.

A Vacation Destination

FOR GENERATIONS

Thousands of visitors choose to vacation in the Chautauqua-Lake Erie Region each year, many of whom visit attractions or summer camps their great-great ancestors attended. Chautauqua County first became a vacation destination in 1874, with the foundation of Chautauqua Institution. With the continual development of timeless attractions such as the National Comedy Center, Lucy Desi Museum, and Roger Tory Peterson Institute of Natural History, Chautauqua County draws new visitors who come back again and again. Before touring your favorite area destinations, try searching the Chautauqua Institution Archives or the Fenton History Center for photos of Victorian era travelers at these same locations.

Tailored Trips

1Out on the Town 2 Lakeside Leisure 3 Cabin Retreat

Book a stay at a hotel in downtown Jamestown to be within walking distance of museums and attractions including the National Comedy Center, Lucy Desi Museum and the Northwest Arena as well as popular nightlife options. Relax at a lakeside cottage, campground, or hotel for convenient access to lake activities such as boating, fishing and paddle sports. Each night marvel at the brightly colored sunsets and enjoy outdoor dining options with lake views. Unwind and escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life when you book a cabin or vacation home in Chautauqua’s countryside. Spend your time on the trails, exploring Amish country or browsing through antique shops in the nearby

towns and villages.