Rochester, NY

Travel Guide

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

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 Center, Strasenburgh Planetarium and Memorial Art Gallery nearby.

The George Eastman House features an important photographic museum with theater, gardens, and varied still and film collections. Eastman, who founded Eastman Kodak, also created an architectural gem, the Eastman Theatre. Attend a symphony or theater 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 which includes a city and street scenes as well as a couple

Downtown Rochester

4/5(316 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
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
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
Driftwood from Lake Ontario.

East Irondequoit

4/5(53 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
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester

2 out of 5
905 Lehigh Station Road, Henrietta, NY
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NT$2,518 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
NT$2,518
NT$2,870 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Henrietta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
6.4/10 (360 reviews)
"Liked breakfast..waffle machine was good"

Reviewed on 2025/8/4

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
199 Woodcliff Dr, Fairport, NY
The price is NT$4,808 per night from Sep 1 to Sep 2
NT$4,808
NT$5,964 total
Sep 1 - Sep 2
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Fairport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Great and enjoyable place."

Reviewed on 2025/8/8

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Super 8 by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester Area

Super 8 by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester Area

2 out of 5
1000 Lehigh Station Rd, Henrietta, NY
The price is NT$2,525 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
NT$2,525
NT$2,878 total
Aug 10 - Aug 11
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Henrietta. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
6.6/10 (1,001 reviews)
"it says they have free local gym access .. they do not. however there a Lafitness & Planet fitness close by was able to get a 3 day pass to La Fitness."

Reviewed on 2025/8/8

Super 8 by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester Area
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.
Idyllic Rochester Apartment: 2 Miles to Downtown!

Idyllic Rochester Apartment: 2 Miles to Downtown!

3 out of 5
Rochester
Stay at this 3-star family-friendly apartment in Rochester. Enjoy free parking, a business center, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Strong and ...
4.6/10 (3 reviews)
"Kitchen needs serious cleaning and attention. Cabinets were filthy and had garbage in them. Dishwasher was horrid and could not be used due to stagnant smelly water still in it. Beds were very hard. Price was great and host was attentive."

Reviewed on 2025/6/2

Idyllic Rochester Apartment: 2 Miles to Downtown!
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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