Things To Do
Chautauqua Institution
Stroll through Chautauqua Institution - see the Bell Tower, Bestor Plaza, Thunder Bridge. Grab a bite or beverage at 2 Ames or 3 Taps.
Chautauqua Belle
The Chautauqua Belle is only one of four operating steamboats left in North America. The Belle’s classic steamboat lines, tall stacks and gingerbread lattice maintains the time-honored tradition of the original steamboats that once plied the waters of Chautauqua Lake.
Chautauqua Golf Club
Located across from the Main Gate, the 36-hole course overlooks the lake. From the first round of golf, played in 1914, the Chautauqua Golf Club has carved a rich and exciting history. Legendary Scottish architects Seymour Dunn and Donald Ross have left their legacy here. Fourteen World Golf Hall of Famers have walked these fairways.
St. Elmo Spa
St. Elmo Spa is a full-service day spa and salon located on the grounds of the Chautauqua Institution.
Southern Tier Brewing Company
The Empty Pint, Southern Tier's original brewery, is a one-of-a-kind craft beer haven proudly serving Southern Tier's classic offerings in addition to a rotation of Victory Brewing Company, Bold Rock Hard Cider, and Sixpoint Brewery beer and cider on draft.
Chautauqua Rails To Trails
The scenic CHQ rail trail travels through woodlands, wetlands and meadows, where wildflowers abound in spring and wildlife year-round. It’s a great destination for walking, running, hiking, bicycling, and bird watching.