Visit Must-Dos
Whether you are in search of legendary lectures, powerful performances or rest and recreation, you can find it all in one place: Chautauqua Institution. Make the most of your experience and take advantage of all Chautauqua has to offer in our historic 150 season.
Learn
Take a class, sit in on readings and craft talks from writers and poets in residence, or attend a morning or afternoon lecture dedicated to the important political, cultural and social issues of the day.
Play & Relax
Swing away at Chautauqua Golf Club’s two public, four-star-rated courses. Hit the courts at the Chautauqua Tennis Center. Explore Chautauqua Lake by sailboat, kayak or pontoon boat.
Dine & Sip
Enjoy an elegant meal at Heirloom Restaurant, located in the historic, lakefront Athenaeum Hotel, or take in a more casual experience at 3 Taps and The A Truck, our waterside lounge and food truck.
Browse & Shop
View the exhibitions at our world-class galleries, and make sure to stop by the museum-quality Gallery Store on the way out. Build your reading list or find mementos at the Chautauqua Bookstore and other Bestor Plaza shops.
Explore History
Walk the rolling hills of Palestine Park, the historic to-scale model of the Holy Land carved into our waterfront, or sign up for a bus tour of the grounds and learn Chautauqua’s remarkable nearly 150-year history.