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.

Brighton
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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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Charlotte

While visiting Charlotte, you might make a stop by sights like Ontario Beach Park and Genesee River.

Charlotte
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
199 Woodcliff Dr, Fairport, NY
The price is £154 per night from 6 Aug to 7 Aug
£154
6 Aug - 7 Aug
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. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,024 reviews)
"10 & above!!! The front desk staff , management, dinner & breakfast was outstanding. I highly recommend this hotel, spa,& resort for you & your family!!"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £58 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
£58
31 Jul - 1 Aug
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 (344 reviews)
It did the job
"The handicap room on 1st floor was good, just the blind let all of the parking lot light in which was too bright and the blind was see-through. We had to cover up the window area to get sleep."

Reviewed on 26 Jul 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
The price is £95 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
£95
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,018 reviews)
"Very nice hotel room"

Reviewed on 27 Jul 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.
Idyllic Rochester Apartment: 2 Miles to Downtown!

Idyllic Rochester Apartment: 2 Miles to Downtown!

Rochester, New York
Stay at this family-friendly apartment in Rochester. Enjoy private pools, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Strong and Village Gate are located ...
7.4/10 Good! (27 reviews)
Cozy Home
"Wonderful place to stay, great communication. This was such a lovely place to be!"

Reviewed on 3 Apr 2025

Idyllic Rochester Apartment: 2 Miles to Downtown!
Cozy home with office walking distance to beach

Cozy home with office walking distance to beach

Rochester, NY
Stay at this holiday home in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (13 reviews)
"The first floor apartment had everything you would need."

Reviewed on 14 Jul 2025

Cozy home with office walking distance to beach
Gorgeous home walking distance to the beach

Gorgeous home walking distance to the beach

Rochester, NY
Stay at this holiday home in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse and Charlotte ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (22 reviews)
Great Place!
"We had a great time staying at this house!"

Reviewed on 7 Jun 2025

Gorgeous home walking distance to the beach
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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