Utica / Rome / Oneida, New York
Utica and Rome are cities located in Oneida County, New York. The two cities comprise the Utica–Rome, New York Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Oneida and Herkimer counties. These cities are about 17 miles apart and are best visited together. You can either take a trip in an RV rental to Rome New York and visit Utica and its surrounding areas after, or take a trip in an RV rental to Utica, New York and enjoy the city first before traveling to Rome and other areas. Either way, you must visit these lovely cities.
Although the city of Oneida is located in Madison Country, it is just a few minutes away from Utica and Rome. There are also so many things you can enjoy in the city in your RV rental in Oneida, New York. It is the Oneida is also the home of the world's smallest church, and the foundation of the international tableware company Oneida Limited.
These three cities are a joy to visit. They are not as flashy as some of the cities you can find in the State of New York, but they exude that endearing small town ambiance that is missing in bigger cities.
Popular Tourist Attractions
Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute
The Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute is a regional fine arts center founded in 1919 and located in Utica, New York. The museum of art has a substantial permanent collection of internationally recognized works. They are exhibited in the Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute Museum of Art Building. It is an International-style building designed by architect Philip Johnson and completed in 1960. A model of the building was exhibited in the United States Pavilion at the Brussels' World's Fair of 1958. It is 115 feet square and supported by eight external ferro-concrete piers, or two on each side. The exterior structural members are clad in bronze and "black" Canadian granite. The windowless cube is set above windowed office areas recessed in a dry moat, giving a "floating" effect. The interior features a two story central courtyard, illuminated by a skylight, known as the Edward Wales Root Sculpture Court. It also holds an auditorium seating of 271 and was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2010. The Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute is a must-see attraction during your RV rental Utica NY.
Fort Stanwix National Monument
Fort Stanwix National Monument is a United States National Historic Site in Rome, New York, managed by the National Park Service. The current fort is a reconstruction of the historic Fort Stanwix occupying approximately 16 acres of downtown Rome. The fort site—although not the reconstruction itself—is listed in the National Register of Historic Places. Fort Stanwix is historically significant for the successful American defense of the fortification in August 1777, a defense that proved a major factor in blunting a British invasion from Canada during the Saratoga campaign. The fort was also the site of the Treaty of Fort Stanwix (1768). You'll definitely want to visit this monument during your RV rental Rome NY.
Oneida Community Mansion House
The Oneida Community Mansion House is located on 160 acres of land near the Oneida Creek in Madison County, New York. This land became available for purchase after the surrounding territory was acquired by the State of New York in a series of agreements with the Oneida Indian Nation in 1840 and 1842. John Humphrey Noyes and the Oneida Community moved to the land in 1848, shortly after Noyes was charged with committing adultery at his community in Putney, Vermont. The Oneida Community Mansion House is one of the most popular destinations for tourists, so don't skip out in your RV rental Oneida NY.
The Landing Campground
A premier campground nestled along the shores of Fish Creek and situated in the heart of one of New York State’s best loved resort communities the historic Oneida Lake. This is located conveniently between Utica and Syracuse. Come and relax and experience waterfront camping at The Landing Campground, Sylvan Beach’s most established campground. Come and relax and experience waterfront camping New York style, in a fun family oriented atmosphere. The campground offers a complete range of amenities, full hook ups, boat rentals, Laundromat, free WI-FI, a game room, swim beach, children s playground, cable & HBO access and much more. Stay and relax or visit one of the many nearby attractions Erie Canal Village, Fort Stanwix National Monument, Sylvan Beach Amusement Park, Turning Stone Casino, Munson-Williams-Proctor Arts Institute and so much more. It is a great option for RVers in their RV rentals in Oneida, NY.
West Canada Creek Campsites
If you are looking for a picturesque place for your camper rental in Utica, NY, come to West Canada Creek Campsites. This New York campground is close to the Adirondack Park in the spectacular Adirondack Mountains. They have a full service campground with everything that your family needs while camping. You can enjoy an assortment of outdoor activities such as swimming in its sparkling pool, tubing or canoeing on the river, spending lazy day fishing on the West Canada Creek, or maybe you'll just want to relax, sit back, and read a book while taking in the splendid scenery with your camper rental Utica NY.
Here are the features of this campground: Swimming Pool Playground Canoe Rentals Laundry Facility River Fishing Hot Showers Lil' Red Caboose snack shop Pavilion Free WI-FI Cable TV Bocce Courts Basketball Horseshoes Game Room Pay Phones Convenience Store Propane
Mayfair Campground is a family owned campground, located on 55 acres along beautiful Fish Creek, which is navigable to Oneida Lake. We are minutes away from numerous attractions, making it ideal for an RV rental in Rome, NY. Our large lots can accommodate any size of RV, and all offer 5-way hook-ups including electric, water, sewer, telephone, and cable. Our sites are located in a wooded rural setting, most with beautiful views of the water. Its proximity to Utica makes it’s a great stop for RVers traveling in an RV rental to Utica, NY.
Events
Sports
The Utica Comets are a professional ice hockey team based in Utica, New York. They are members of the North Division, of the Western Conference of the American Hockey League (AHL). Beginning play in the 2013–14 seasons, the team plays at the Utica Memorial Auditorium, as the AHL affiliate of the National Hockey League's Vancouver Canucks. The Comets are the second AHL team to call Utica home; the Utica Devils played in the city from 1987 until 1993 and were affiliated with the New Jersey Devils. The Oneida Football Club, founded in Boston, Massachusetts in 1862, was the first organized team to play any kind of football in the United States. The game played by the club, known as the "Boston game", was an informal local variant that predated the codification of rules for association football, rugby football, or American football.
We hope that you will enjoy your trip to these attractions that we have provided. We assure you that you will have the best memories with your family and friends in your RV rental to Utica, New York, Rome, and Oneida.
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