Rochester, United States

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Alternative names: Founded: 1788 (236 years ago)Population: 205.7 thous. (2019)Area: 37.15 mi²Elevation: 518 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 43°9'12"N, 77°36'6"W
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Rochester Attractions - What to See and Explore

Rochester offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Memorial Art Gallery, National Toy Hall of Fame, George Eastman Museum, Frontier Field. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • memorial art gallery rochester
    Museum • Art museum • Art gallery

    Memorial Art Gallery

    Nestled in the cultural heart of Rochester, New York, the Memorial Art Gallery (MAG) stands as a beacon of art and history in the upstate region. This museum, an affiliate of the University of Rochester, is renowned for its comprehensive collection that spans over...

  • national toy hall of fame rochester
    Museum • Downtown Rochester

    National Toy Hall of Fame

    The National Toy Hall of Fame, nestled within the vibrant city of Rochester, New York, is a whimsical destination that celebrates the timeless joy of play. Established in 1998, this museum is a tribute to classic toys and games that have captured the hearts of children...

  • george eastman museum rochester
    Museum of photos and film in 1905 mansion

    George Eastman Museum

    The George Eastman Museum, the world's oldest museum dedicated to photography and one of the world's oldest film archives, opened to the public in 1949 in Rochester, New York.

  • frontier field rochester
    Sport venue • Sport • Arenas and stadiums

    Frontier Field

    Frontier Field is a baseball stadium located at One Morrie Silver Way in downtown Rochester, New York. It has been the home of the Rochester Red Wings of the International League since 1997.

  • blue cross arena rochester
    Sport venue • Sport • Arenas and stadiums

    Blue Cross Arena

    Blue Cross Arena, also known as the War Memorial, is a multi-purpose indoor arena located in Rochester, New York. For hockey and lacrosse, its seating capacity is 11,215. The arena opened on October 18, 1955, as the Rochester Community War Memorial.

  • high falls rochester
    Nature • Natural attraction • View point

    High Falls

    The High Falls are one of three voluminous waterfalls on the Genesee River, that flow through the city of Rochester in New York. The High Falls are located about 2 miles upstream from the lower falls and act as their source.

  • cobbs hill reservoir rochester
    Hiking • Trail • Hiking trail

    Cobbs Hill Reservoir

    Cobbs Hill Reservoir is a reservoir located in Cobbs Hill Park in Rochester, New York, United States. The reservoir is used to supply drinking water to the city of Rochester.

  • strong national museum of play rochester
    Museum • Children's museum • History museum

    The Strong National Museum of Play

    The Strong National Museum of Play is part of The Strong in Rochester, New York, United States.

  • frederick douglass monument rochester
    Memorial • Highland

    Frederick Douglass Monument

    A statue of Frederick Douglass sculpted by Sidney W. Edwards, sometimes called the Frederick Douglass Monument, was installed in Rochester, New York in 1899 after it was commissioned by the African-American activist John W. Thompson.

  • seneca park zoo rochester
    19th-century park with an African safari

    Seneca Park Zoo

    Seneca Park Zoo is a 20-acre zoo located in the city of Rochester, New York. The zoo is home to over 90 species including mammals, reptiles, birds, amphibians, fish, and arachnids. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums.

  • federal building rochester
    City hall • Romanesque architecture • Architecture

    Federal Building

    Rochester City Hall is a historic government building in Rochester in Monroe County, New York. Also known as the Federal Building and Old Post Office, the building was originally built for use by the federal government.

  • susan b anthony house rochester
    Museum • History museum • Historical place

    Susan B. Anthony House

    Susan B. Anthony House, in Rochester, New York, was the home of Susan B. Anthony for forty years, while she was a national figure in the women's rights movement. She was arrested in the front parlor after voting in the 1872 Presidential Election. She resided here until her death.

  • rochester public market
    43°9'55"N • 77°35'20"W

    Rochester Public Market

    Shopping • Flea market • Farmer's market

  • highland park rochester
    Park • Highland Park

    Highland Park

    Highland Park, also known as Highland Botanical Park, is an arboretum in Rochester, New York, United States. Its administrative office is located at 171 Reservoir Avenue in Rochester.

  • rochester museum and science center
    Museum • History museum • Science museum

    Rochester Museum and Science Center

    The Rochester Museum & Science Center is a museum in Rochester, New York, dedicated to community education in science, technology and local history. The museum also operates the Strasenburgh Planetarium, located next to the museum, and the Cumming Nature Center, a 900-acre nature preserve near Naples, New York.

  • rochester zen center
    Temple • Buddhist architecture

    Rochester Zen Center

    The Rochester Zen Center is a Sōtō and Rinzai Zen Buddhist sangha in the Kapleau lineage, located in Rochester, New York and established in 1966 by Philip Kapleau. It is one of the oldest Zen centers in the United States.

  • geva theatre center rochester
    Theater • Concerts and shows

    Geva Theatre Center

    Geva Theatre Center is a regional, not-for-profit, professional theatre company based in Rochester, New York. It is housed in an 1868 building, listed on the National Register of Historic Places, located in Rochester at 75 Woodbury Boulevard.

  • pont de rennes bridge rochester
    Bridge • Downtown Rochester

    Pont De Rennes bridge

    The Pont De Rennes bridge is located in the Brown's Race Historic District of Rochester New York at the base of the High Falls where it spans the Genesee River.

  • eastman theatre rochester
    Theater • Concerts and shows

    Eastman Theatre

    Kodak Hall at Eastman Theatre is the largest performance venue at the Eastman School of Music of the University of Rochester, located in downtown Rochester, New York.

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Rochester – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Rochester, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Six Flags Hurricane Harbor (Darien Lake), Boomerang: Coast to Coaster (Darien Lake), Dwyer Stadium (Batavia).

  • splashtown at darien lake42 milesW
    Amusement park, Theme park

    Six Flags Hurricane Harbor, Darien Lake

    Six Flags Hurricane Harbor in Darien Lake is a thrilling oasis for water enthusiasts seeking adventure and relaxation under the sun. As a premier water park nestled in Darien, United States, this aquatic haven offers a variety of attractions designed to cater to every...

  • boomerang coast to coaster darien lake42 milesW
    Amusement park, Amusement ride, Theme park

    Boomerang: Coast to Coaster, Darien Lake

    Boomerang: Coast to Coaster is a steel roller coaster of shuttle design currently in use at four different Six Flags & EPR theme parks. The ride was designed and manufactured by Vekoma, and is considered as one of its boomerang models. Each coaster has one train with a capacity of 28, two across in each row.

  • dwyer stadium batavia31 milesW
    Arenas and stadiums, Baseball, Sport venue

    Dwyer Stadium, Batavia

    Dwyer Stadium is a 2,600 capacity stadium in Batavia, New York, situated in Genesee County. It opened in 1996 replacing the original stadium that was built in 1937, while the playing field is the original.

  • predator roller coaster darien lake43 milesW
    Amusement park, Amusement ride, Theme park

    Predator Roller Coaster, Darien Lake

    Predator is a wooden roller coaster located at Six Flags Darien Lake. It was designed by Curtis D. Summers and built by Dinn Corporation and opened on May 25, 1990.

  • sonnenberg gardens canandaigua24 milesSE
    Museum, Historical place, State park

    Sonnenberg Gardens, Canandaigua

    Sonnenberg Gardens and Mansion State Historic Park is a 50-acre state park located at 151 Charlotte Street in Canandaigua, New York, at the north end of Canandaigua Lake, in the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York.

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Best Time To Visit Rochester

Learn when is the best time to travel to Rochester weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

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May and July are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in June and August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in February. Most of it rains in June, August and September.

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We can expect the longest days in June, while the shortest in December.

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What are the top attractions to visit in Rochester?

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What is the best time to visit Rochester?

May and July are the busiest months in this location. Many people also choose to visit in June and August. The highest air temperature is in June, July and August. While the coldest is in January and February.

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