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Vestal is a town within Broome County in the Southern Tier of New York, and lies between the Susquehanna River and the Pennsylvania border. As of the 2010 census, the population was 28,043.
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1. AMC Theatre
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 120 reviews
Reviewed By Henry S - Vestal, New York, United States
Ok, I haven't been to a movie house in a decade and thensome. And then more than some has changed. Faux leather recliners with cup holders, small viewing rooms rather than spacious halls of plush splendor. Ain't your grandpa's movie theater. Then I am a grandpa, aren't I? Oh well. Takes away the awesomeness of leaving the house for the glitz and glamour of Hollywood in a chapel of dark plush, romance and mystery; all the reasons for not sitting at home in your faux leather recliner with a snack on the lamp table next to you as you fall asleep? Plus, you gotta plan days in advance for the time and seat you want. The spontaneity of going to see a movie is gone, the ambience and atmosphere of it being something special is gone, and now I know why I am gone from these places.
2. Phelps Mansion Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 132 reviews
The Phelps Mansion is a Historic House museum. We are open for tours Fri-Sun 11 to 5. Last tour leaves at 4:30pm. Admission is $7 students and senior 62 and over $5, kids 12 and under free. Come see the "jewel on Court st"
Reviewed By jorgito715 - trenton,nj
We made it to the very last tour before closing this past weekend and it was so worth it. The docent was extremely knowledgeable both on the house and the city histories, you could tell he is passionate about this place. The place is a...MoreThanks for visiting. We appreciate your kind words. We do want to clarify that the museum does charge an admission. Tours are $7.00 for adults $5.00 students and seniors and Children 12 and under FREE.
3. West Endicott Park Carousel
Overall Ratings
5 based on 48 reviews
This carousel was built in 1929, and is known for the rare Herschell dogs and pigs.
Reviewed By Henry S - Vestal, New York, United States
The whole of the Triple Cities of NY...Binghamton, Johnson City, Endicott...has been blessed with the gift from Shoe baron George Johnson of Endicott Johnson Shoes gift of six carousels with the caveat that no one will ever pay for a ride. West Endicott Park is probably closest to my home but there are two others in Endicott, one on Oak Hill Ave. in George W. Johnson Park and the on the east side at Highland Park, one in Johnson City near the Pavilion, and two in Binghamton, one at Recreation Park on the west side and the other at Ross Park Zoo. I mean, who with a pulse doesn't want to ride a carousel much less watch kids and adults go round and round for free with glee! All six are original and have been restored and maintained for you to enjoy, whoever you are, wherever you're from. The Triple Cities grabbed the brass ring so your next ride is always free!..
4. C. Fred Johnson Park Carousel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 31 reviews
This is the biggest and most ornate of Broome County's six Herschell carousels.
Reviewed By Bones123456789 - Media, Pennsylvania
who doesn't like a carousel? this has been around for YEAR's and one of the last things you can do for free. if you find yourself getting off the highway and need a quick break to occupy the kids for a a minute, pull into this little park. this is history for this town, may you keep the carousel running. Thank you Johnson Brothers for starting this tradition, many families have grown up with this attraction.
5. Highland Park Carousel
Overall Ratings
4 based on 14 reviews
This is the only carousel of the six Broome Country Herschells that has been relocated from its original setting.
Reviewed By Bertram S - Wyoming, Michigan, United States
The Highland Park Carousel is very similar to the other 5 carousels in the Binghamton area.
The Highland Park carousel in Endwell was first installed in En-Joie Park in 1925 and moved here in 1967 after the first park was closed. It features 2 chariots and 36 animals, 3 abreast with a pig and a dog hidden among the horses (we rode them both). Its white rounding boards have shields with faces on them. There is also a lion skin instead of a saddle on one of the horses. It has no band organ; a CD played carousel music instead.
6. Otsiningo Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 181 reviews
Reviewed By Maxwell B - Binghamton, New York
This is a nice public park along the Chenango River. Nice long walking/running trails. Dogs are allowed in the park. There are public restrooms, large soccer fields, a large kids playground.
This park hosts the Binghamton Speidie and Ballonfest at the beginning of August every year.
7. Chuckster's Vestal
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 32 reviews
Family Fun Park with mini-golf, zipline, batting cages, climbing wall, aeroball, shoot-n-shower, aeroboard, food and ice cream made on site
Reviewed By traybird - Vestal, New York
My family just moved here and we've been here twice. We love this place for the mini golf and ice cream. We haven't tried anything else yet.
8. Cider Mill Playhouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 62 reviews
In the early 1970s, Binghamton University professor and soon to be theater department chairman, Dr. John Bielenberg sought to expand the theater department's available venues to an off-campus site.Dr. Bielenberg and his colleagues found the Cider Mill. It had been in the Ciotoli family since the 1940s, and was a popular seasonal attraction for lovers of fresh apples, cider and donuts. The warehouse side of the Cider Mill was just what they were looking for.In 1991, when it became necessary for the University to give up the playhouse, it was restarted as an independent non-profit by Tom Kremer, Craig Saeger and Barbara Wolfe. They were supported over the years by dedicated Board Members, a super-hardworking group of staff members, the Ciotoli family and the devotion of the patrons, donors and volunteers.In all, the last 38 years have brought more than 270 dramas, comedies and musicals, and more than 5,000 performances to the Playhouse stage.
Reviewed By Dennis P - Johnson City, New York, United States
Very colourful outside the cider mill with all the beautiful autumn flowers and orange and white pumpkins and squashes on display.
The apple cider is the best I have tasted and the maple walnut donuts are equally good.
It is a short season for the cider so we usually make the most of it and visit here several times before it closes.
9. Michie Stadium
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 89 reviews
Reviewed By bob_franco27 - West Orange
Great place to see a football game. Scenic and classic. The Army history shared throughout and the introduction of veterans adds to an excellent day. Note: believe them when they day arrive early. Once you enter the gates, it will take time to park and take a bus to the stadium.
10. George W. Johnson Park Carousel
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
This carousel was restored for its 60th birthday, in 1994.
Reviewed By DOUGANDPOLLY - GRAND ISLAND
just a dynamite little ride, again provided with the generosity of the Endicott-Johnson shoe folks.. what entertained the workers then pleases the passing public now, at no charge...
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