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WilliamsonWilliamson, New York
A half-day stop for apple-country cider and a Lake Ontario beach, not a base: drive through on the way to Sodus Point or Palmyra.
Williamson is a quiet farming town in Wayne County, part of the Finger Lakes Apple Country. Its main draws are a historic lakeside hamlet (Pultneyville), a seasonal drive-in, and a craft distillery. Most travellers pass through on NY-104 between Rochester and Oswego. One hour is enough for a tasting and a walk; add 30 min for the beach.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- May–Oct
- avoid Jan–Feb (many places close or reduce hours)
- Airports
- ROC · SYR
- Nights
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
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- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Williamson911 ▾
- Police, fire, ambulance911
- Wayne County Sheriff (non-emergency)315-946-9711
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Williamson, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyVery safe.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police, fire, ambulance · 315-946-9711 Wayne County Sheriff (non-emergency)
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportROC Greater Rochester International (About 40 min west via NY-104; rental car needed.).
- Getting aroundCar required.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–4
- Street or quick mealSandwich or lunch plate$8–14
- Budget bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedMotel double room, a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$60 · Mid US$100 · High US$180
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- ROC Greater Rochester International (About 40 min west via NY-104; rental car needed.) · SYR Syracuse Hancock International (About 1 h east via NY-104 and I-90.)
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
Feb
Avoid
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
Mar
not flagged
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
Apr
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
Best
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
Jul
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Aug
Best
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
Sep
Best
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
Oct
Best
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
Nov
not flagged
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
Dec
not flagged
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
Best: May–Oct. Avoid: Jan–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)), coolest Jan (−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C) low), wettest Jan (14 rain days), driest Jul (10). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Williamson: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
0°C (32°F)32°F (0°C)
−8°C (18°F)18°F (−8°C)
14 rd
Feb
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
12 rd
Mar
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
−3°C (27°F)27°F (−3°C)
12 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
12 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
12 rd
Jun
25°C (77°F)77°F (25°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
11 rd
Jul
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
17°C (63°F)63°F (17°C)
10 rd
Aug
27°C (81°F)81°F (27°C)
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
10 rd
Sep
23°C (73°F)73°F (23°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
11 rd
Oct
16°C (61°F)61°F (16°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
12 rd
Nov
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
1°C (34°F)34°F (1°C)
13 rd
Dec
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
14 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car required. NY-104 runs east–west through town; local roads are paved and easy to navigate. No public transit.
Nearest full guides
Straight-line distance, not travel time
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Door to door: 20 min
NY-104 east to NY-14 north, about 15 min
Lake Ontario beach and a lighthouse; good for a swim or picnic.
Door to door: 20 min
NY-21 south, about 15 min
Hill Cumorah and historic Mormon sites; half-day trip.
Door to door: 15 min
NY-104 west, about 10 min
Hoffmann Clock Museum and canal-side walking trail.
Wolcott
goDoor to door: 20 min
NY-104 east, about 15 min
Small town with a classic main street and a farmers market.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Williamson hamlet
A few motels and B&Bs; most visitors stay in Sodus Point or Palmyra.
Pultneyville
Lakefront cottages and a historic inn; book ahead in summer.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $60–90 excl. bed
- Mid
- $100–150 excl. bed
- High
- $180+ excl. bed
Trip budget
| Motel double room1 × 1 night × US$120 | US$120 |
| Food, local transport, entries2 × 1 day × US$100 | US$200 |
| Rootstock Ciderworks tasting flight2 × US$15 · check | US$30 |
| Orbaker's Drive-In, one carload1 × US$30 · check | US$30 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$38 |
| Trip total≈ US$209 per person per day, bed included | US$418 |
2026 estimate in USD; car rental and fuel excluded. Your choices stay in this browser.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–4 |
| Sandwich or lunch plate | $8–14 |
| Craft cider tasting flightcheck | $12–18 |
| Drive-in movie, per carcheck | $25–35 |
| Gallon of apple cider (farm stand) | $6–10 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Rootstock Ciderworks tasting room is open Sa–Su noon–5PM only; call for weekday appointments.
- Orbaker's Drive-In is seasonal: check the schedule before you go.
- Lake Ontario beaches have no lifeguards; swim at your own risk.
Emergency numbers
- Police, fire, ambulance
- 911
- Wayne County Sheriff (non-emergency)
- 315-946-9711
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- Wayne County Sheriff (non-emergency)315-946-9711
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Rochester airport → Williamson: about $50–70 by taxi or rideshare, about 40 min
- Syracuse airport → Williamson: about $80–110 by taxi or rideshare, about 1 h
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Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
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This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Williamson. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: May–Oct · avoid Jan–Feb (many places close or reduce hours) · month by month →
- 2 airports and 2 areas to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 3 bands
- 4 day-trips, door to door
- 3 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- An airport-to-bed path that says whether a late landing still works
- Walking clusters with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Field-verified times and fares
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