Things To Do in Rochester, New York

Activities, attractions and tours

Pont de Rennes Bridge which includes a city, landscape views and a bridge
Rochester which includes a house
Memorial Art Gallery featuring a house and outdoor art
Downtown Rochester which includes a fountain as well as an individual female
Memorial Art Gallery featuring heritage elements, interior views and religious elements

Rochester Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Rochester is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Rochester to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Rochester Attractions

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What to do in Rochester


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Genesee River\'s High Falls which includes a city and street scenes as well as a couple

Downtown Rochester

4/5(63 area reviews)

Economic center with an urban setting, Downtown Rochester offers a variety of shops, bars, and restaurants. Enjoy the Mary Jemison Boat Tour on Genesee River or explore attractions like Strong National Museum of Play and High Falls.

Downtown Rochester
Love this local coffee shop! Lots of great coffee flavors.

Irondequoit

Nestled between the Genesee River and Irondequoit Bay, this picturesque suburb boasts a colonial-style Town Hall and stunning waterfront views. Explore the scenic shoreline of Lake Ontario or delve into Rochester's nearby attractions.

Irondequoit
great place for a daycation!

Brighton

Erie Canal Heritage Trail winds through the area, offering picturesque views and access to parks like Lynch Woods Nature Park. Twelve Corners serves as the central entertainment and commercial hub, with nearby shopping options at Pittsford Plaza.

Brighton
Rochester featuring drinks or beverages

Rochester Central Business District

If you're spending some time in Rochester Central Business District, Genesee River and Blue Cross Arena are top sights worth seeing.

Rochester Central Business District
Driftwood from Lake Ontario.

East Irondequoit

4/5(8 area reviews)

While visiting East Irondequoit, you might make a stop by sights like Seabreeze Amusement Park and Lake Ontario.

East Irondequoit
Love this local coffee shop! Lots of great coffee flavors.

West Irondequoit

While visiting West Irondequoit, you might make a stop by sights like Seneca Park Zoo and Genesee River.

West Irondequoit

 

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