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Not only is Rochester home to renowned museums, beautiful parks, and a vibrant food scene, it’s also packed with inclusive experiences for travelers with autism or developmental disabilities and rich…

New York State is home to all kinds of amazing adventures and incredible attractions, many of which offer accessibility features for travelers who have limited mobility or difficulty walking. Many museums offer benches and portable stools for visitors to rest on while a number of attractions, including Storm King Art Center and the Bronx Zoo, offer tram rides throughout their sprawling campuses. Check out these 28 destinations for people who have difficulty walking and start planning your next Empire State adventure! Photo Credit: @kh_kremer on Instagram…

A trip to New York State is both accessible and affordable thanks to discounted rates for visitors with disabilities and free companion/personal care attendant admission at many sites. From world-class museums and historic landmarks to picturesque parks and vibrant cultural venues, there’s a destination to match every interest.

Adaptive mountain biking and kayaking, waterfall chasing, and amazing outdoor adventuring, get ready for an accessible getaway unlike any other in the Finger Lakes! Accessible for travelers who use wheelchairs or have limited mobility, your expeditions may lead you to unforgettable experiences like traversing rugged trails in an all-action track chair or posing alongside New York’s tallest waterfall. Follow along with content creator Tara Shetterly, @tara_shett as she embarks on the ultimate Finger Lakes road trip and get inspired to plan your own outdoor adventure in New York State.

Scenic steamboat cruises, mountainside splendor, and outdoor adventure aplenty, an unforgettable family-friendly getaway awaits in the Adirondacks! Accessible for travelers with cognitive and developmental disabilities, your journeys may lead you to cool destinations like the Wild Center with an accessible trail of elevated bridges through the treetops or the Adirondack Rail Trail for a family e-bike ride through picture-perfect mountain towns. Follow along with the family behind @ourhuddybuddy as Melanie and her sons Colton (13) and Huddy (5), who has Down Syndrome, embark on an amazing Adirondack adventure and get inspired to plan your own family vacation in New York State. 

New York State is home to thousands of incredible attractions that satisfy any interest, many of which have accessibility features for visitors with disabilities, including programs specifically designed for travelers who are autistic or have developmental disabilities. A number of cultural institutions are also offering live and taped accessible virtual events led by trained educators. 

Finding an outdoor adventure that is accessible for everyone in your crew is easier than you might think in New York State! From sandy shores of inclusion to skiing and adaptive hiking with all-terrain wheelchairs, there’s something for every interest and every ability in every season. Best of all, many of these activities are either free or available at a relatively low cost.

As a travel blogger who happens to be in a wheelchair, I'm always happily surprised at how accessible the state of New York really is. So here are some of New York State's best things to do if you or…

Charming coastal villages, world-class wineries, and fresh seafood galore await on an accessible weekend getaway on Long Island. You may find yourself exploring a Gold Coast Mansion, shopping in the Hamptons, or admiring artwork at a renowned art museum! Check out disability activist Paula Carozzo’s visit to Long Island and get ready to plan your amazing accessible weekend. 

From the mighty roar of Niagara Falls to world-class art collections to Grammy-award-winning orchestra performances, incredible experiences await in Buffalo and Niagara Falls for visitors who are blind or have low vision.