Rochester Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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

This upstate New York city features top-rated cultural attractions, beautiful natural areas and a very special supermarket.

See everything from toys to lilacs to a grand canyon in the Rochester region of Central New York. Near downtown, go to the National Museum of Play at the Strong to marvel at childhood delights from the 1900s and beyond. Find the Rochester Museum & Science Centre, Strasenburgh Planetarium and Memorial Art Gallery nearby.

The George Eastman House features an important photographic museum with theatre, gardens, and varied still and film collections. Eastman, who founded Eastman Kodak, also created an architectural gem, the Eastman Theatre. Attend a symphony or theatre performance or perhaps a recital from the Rochester City Ballet or the renowned Eastman School of Music.

Watch the Rochester Red Wings play baseball at Frontier Field and the Rochester Americans play hockey downtown. Enjoy golf and cross-country skiing at Durand Eastman Park on the city’s north side along Lake Ontario. Highland Park celebrates spring during the Lilac Festival with over 1,200 aromatic plants.

Take advantage of numerous upstate New York waterways. The Genesee River has etched the “Grand Canyon of the East” at Letchworth Park south of Rochester. Follow the river through Rochester to the downtown High Falls area before it ends at Ontario Beach Park in Charlotte, pronounced sha-LOT. Ride the carousel, swim, walk the pier to the lighthouse or simply enjoy the sun and sand. Have a hamburger and famous Abbott’s frozen custard before you leave the area. To the east is popular Seabreeze Amusement Park with rides and water slides.

Visit the Finger Lakes area southeast of Rochester. These 11 narrow lakes offer boating, swimming and pristine beauty. Canandaigua is a quaint city with numerous festivals. Nearby is Bristol Mountain for winter skiing and summer hiking. Take a wine tour around Keuka Lake to sample some of New York State’s award-winning riesling varietals.

Fly into Rochester’s international airport or come by bus, train or rented car. Once in the city, purchase supplies for your visit at Wegmans, frequently identified as the nation’s finest supermarket chain. Visit the flagship Pittsford store to see why it’s one of Rochester’s most popular attractions.

Where to stay in Rochester

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

Downtown Rochester

3/5(6 area reviews)

Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Genesee River while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Downtown Rochester
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Irondequoit

While visiting Irondequoit, you might make a stop by sights like Seabreeze Amusement Park and Irondeqouit Bay State Marine Park.

Irondequoit
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Brighton

Brighton is well liked for its museums and art galleries. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Highland Park and Park Avenue are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

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Rochester Central Business District

While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Genesee River and Blue Cross Arena.

Rochester Central Business District
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East Irondequoit

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

East Irondequoit
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West Irondequoit

If you're spending some time in West Irondequoit, Seneca Park Zoo and Genesee River are top sights worth seeing.

West Irondequoit
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
4 out of 5
199 Woodcliff Dr, Fairport, NY
The price is ₹12,239 per night from 6 Jul to 7 Jul
₹12,239
₹15,338 total
6 Jul - 7 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Fairport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,012 reviews)
"Nice and quiet. Liked their breakfast a lot"

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
2 out of 5
905 Lehigh Station Road, Henrietta, NY
The price is ₹6,171 per night from 10 Jul to 11 Jul
₹6,171
₹7,035 total
10 Jul - 11 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Henrietta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
6.4/10 (288 reviews)
"The property was clean and comfortable. A suggestion we wiuld makenis to have more protein options at breakfast. It was mostly starch and sugar."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
RIT Inn & Conference Center
RIT Inn & Conference Center
3.5 out of 5
5257 W Henrietta Rd, West Henrietta, NY
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in West Henrietta. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,014 reviews)
"Overall place is clean and decent. Area is ok and appears safe, restaurant closes early, so I can’t tell much about. Pricing is grate in compare to other places"

Reviewed on 28 Jun 2025

RIT Inn & Conference Center
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Rochester Retreat Near Parks, Entertainment & More
Rochester Retreat Near Parks, Entertainment & More
3 out of 5
Rochester
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Rochester. Enjoy free parking and air conditioning. Popular attractions Strong and Edgerton Community Center and Park are located ...
Rochester Retreat Near Parks, Entertainment & More
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Reviews of Rochester

3.7
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3 - Okay
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3 - Okay 17%
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3/5 - Okay

Jos

We were only passing through. We went to a freindly diner before we left.

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