Rochester, NY
Travel Guide
Visit Rochester
Where to stay in Rochester
Downtown Rochester
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.
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.
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.
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.
Maplewood
If you're spending some time in Maplewood, Kodak Center for Performing Arts and Genesee River are top sights worth seeing.
East Avenue
Unique features of East Avenue include the museums and restaurants. Make a stop by Park Avenue or George Eastman Museum while you're exploring the area.
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Popular places to visit
University of Rochester
Explore the campus of University of Rochester, during your travels in Rochester. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Strong
You can take time to visit Strong during your travels to Rochester. Experience the area's great live music and fascinating museums.
Rochester Museum and Science Center
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Rochester Museum and Science Center during your travels in Rochester. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Highland Park
Enjoy a stop at Highland Park, an entertaining place to visit in Rochester. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Rochester Institute of Technology
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Rochester Institute of Technology, during your trip to Rochester. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Strong Memorial Hospital
Though Strong Memorial Hospital might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester while you are here.
Things to do
Self-Guided Rochester Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
All Inclusive VIP Wine or Beer Tour in Hudson Valley
Other places like Rochester
- University of Rochester
- Strong
- Rochester Institute of Technology
- Strong Memorial Hospital
- Eastman School of Music
- Blue Cross Arena
- Rochester Riverside Convention Center
- Park Avenue
- Kodak Center for Performing Arts
- Nazareth College
- St. John Fisher College
- Eastview Mall
- Seabreeze Amusement Park
- Main Street Armory
- Rochester Museum and Science Center
- Highland Park
- Mall at Greece Ridge
- Casa Larga Vineyards
- Monroe Community College
- Ontario Beach Park
- Tim Hortons Iceplex
- Seneca Park Zoo
- George Eastman Museum
- Marketplace Mall
- Rochester Auditorium Theater
- Genesee River's High Falls
- Pittsford Plaza
- Brighton High School
- Genesee River
- St John's Lutheran Church
- Lakeshore Hockey Arena
- Charlotte Pier