Rochester

Travel Guide

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
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(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
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
Memorial Art Gallery which includes night scenes

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.

East Avenue
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
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
4 out of 5
199 Woodcliff Dr, Fairport, NY
The price is CA $205 per night from Mar. 19 to Mar. 20
CA $205
CA $256 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 19 - Mar 20
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Fairport. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"It was my first visiting and I extended my stay an extra day. I was in my own little world. The staff were extremely nice, I ordered room service and got their burger, which was AMAZING. The room was clean and I loved the shower. It was a nice, calming atmosphere. Definitely will be going back."

Reviewed on Mar. 3, 2025

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
2.5 out of 5
717 E Henrietta Rd, Rochester, NY
The price is CA $126 per night from Apr. 14 to Apr. 15
CA $126
CA $148 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 14 - Apr 15
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Na"

Reviewed on Mar. 14, 2025

Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
4 out of 5
1111 Jefferson Rd, Rochester, NY
The price is CA $169 per night from Mar. 26 to Mar. 27
CA $169
CA $192 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 26 - Mar 27
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"*Stayed March 2025. The hotel is currently under renovation. I was in a king room with a sofa on the 6th floor. . It was a very large room. The windows went the entire length of the wall. I actually turned the desk to look out as I was working. Not much to look at but it was nice to have lots of ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 9, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
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.
Super Modern 2-Bedroom Riverside Home @ RIT
Super Modern 2-Bedroom Riverside Home @ RIT
Rochester
Stay at this vacation home in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Red Barn Climbing Gym and Marketplace Mall ...
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Family "Style"
"A unique little place with character! As grandparents (who can climb the stairs!) we thoroughly enjoyed our daughter and grandson visiting us throughout the day for hanging out and dinners! Very roomy first level with greatflooring for kids to play. Large kitchen for home cooked meals too!"

Reviewed on Jan. 22, 2025

Super Modern 2-Bedroom Riverside Home @ RIT
Charming 3-bedroom house in Rochester/UofR & RIT
Charming 3-bedroom house in Rochester/UofR & RIT
2 out of 5
Rochester
Stay at this vacation home in Rochester. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Strong and Genesee Valley Park are located nearby.
9/10 Wonderful! (18 reviews)
Great Bargain Property
"We had a great trip enjoying the snow! The house itself is old, and definitely needs some repairing, but nothing major that required immediate maintenance. I would say if you go during winter, bring blankets! Theirs are pretty thin. Great backyard! The owners were great and checked in with us throughout ..."

Reviewed on Feb. 14, 2025

Charming 3-bedroom house in Rochester/UofR & RIT
Family & Friends in Fairport
Family & Friends in Fairport
Fairport
Stay at this vacation home in Fairport. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Erie Canal and Colonial Belle Cruise Dock are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (103 reviews)
Warm & Cozy!
"We were in town for the NCAA D3 Indoor Track & Field Nationals. The house was a perfect location and just right for our needs. We loved all of the little personal touches. We all agreed it was like staying at grandma's house, warm, cozy and comforting. It has wonderful charm and my dad was ready ..."

Reviewed on Mar. 17, 2025

Family & Friends in Fairport
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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