What to do in Jamestown, NY

Activities, attractions and tours

Photo by Chris Tompkins
Photo by Chris Tompkins
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Photo by Nick Mullen
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Photo by Susan Maycrink

Places to Visit in Jamestown

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What to do in Jamestown

Discover the most popular places to visit in Jamestown

Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum

Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum

You can study the exhibits at Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Jamestown. Discover the restaurants and its museums while you're in the area.

Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum

National Comedy Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in National Comedy Center during your trip to Jamestown. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

National Comedy Center

Roger Tory Peterson Institute

You can study the exhibits at Roger Tory Peterson Institute, a museum with a story of its own, during your holiday in Jamestown. Discover the restaurants and its museums while you're in the area.

Roger Tory Peterson Institute

Jamestown Audubon Center and Sanctuary

Visit the animals who call Jamestown Audubon Center and Sanctuary home during your trip to Jamestown. While you're here, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

Jamestown Audubon Center and Sanctuary

Russell E. Diethrick, Jr. Park

Catch an event at Russell E. Diethrick, Jr. Park during your trip to Jamestown. Discover the restaurants and its museums while you're in the area.

Russell E. Diethrick, Jr. Park

Northwest Arena

Catch an event at Northwest Arena during your trip to Jamestown. Discover the restaurants and its museums while you're in the area.

Northwest Arena

Robert H. Jackson Center

You can study the exhibits at Robert H. Jackson Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your travels to Jamestown. Discover the restaurants and its museums while you're in the area.

Robert H. Jackson Center

Fenton History Center

You can study the exhibits at Fenton History Center, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Jamestown. Discover the restaurants and museums in this walkable area.

Fenton History Center

Reg Lenna Center for The Arts

Enjoy a show at Reg Lenna Center for The Arts, a theatre with a story to tell in Jamestown. Discover the restaurants and its museums while you're in the area.

Reg Lenna Center for The Arts

 

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Frequently asked questions

Is Jamestown worth visiting?
Whether you're coming to discover the cultural hotspots and local charm or try unique foods and go on outdoor adventures, there are many things to do in Jamestown.
How do I spend a day in Jamestown?
Start your day with a visit to Roger Tory Peterson Institute and Robert H. Jackson Centre. Then, tour different parts of Jamestown for local restaurants and some shopping.
What is the top tourist attraction in Jamestown?
Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum is one of the top tourist attractions in Jamestown and deserves a place on every sightseeing itinerary of the area.
Is three days enough to stay in Jamestown?
Three days will give you plenty of time to check out the leading city highlights, like Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum, Roger Tory Peterson Institute and Robert H. Jackson Centre. The average stay in Jamestown is two days. If you have the time to extend your escape, Town of Ellicott isn't far away.
Is Jamestown a walkable city?
Some top sights in Jamestown, including Lucille Ball Desi Arnaz Museum and Roger Tory Peterson Institute, are within walking distance. You can also discover several of the city's neighbourhoods on foot. Just 5 kilometres from the city centre of Jamestown is Celoron and Jamestown West is 3 kilometres away.
What are some activities to do in Jamestown with kids?
Whether you're holidaying with hard-to-please teens or tiny adventurers, a fun-filled itinerary makes a big difference. Take a look at our ideas for what to do in Jamestown with kids.

What to do in Jamestown for adults?
Whether you're a culture enthusiast, food lover or adventure seeker, there's no shortage of things to do in Jamestown for adults including National Comedy Centre and Northwest Arena.
Are there free things to do in Jamestown?
One of the simplest ways to learn about free things to do in Jamestown is to chat to a local tour guide. You'll get insider tips on hip neighbourhoods, parks and other major attractions you can visit without taking your wallet out. Robert H. Jackson Centre is one sight that doesn't charge an admission fee.