Day Trips Around Rochester, New York
Your guide to exploring within two hours of Rochester and the Finger Lakes region.
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Upcoming Event
The Rochester Cocktail Revival returns June 1–7, bringing a week of craft cocktails, pairing dinners, tastings, live music, educational seminars, outdoor events, and spirited competition to venues across Rochester. Now in its 13th year, New York State’s only annual weeklong spirits festival draws thousands of attendees and showcases the creativity of more than 30 local bars, culminating in the popular Bar Room Battle Royale between area mixologists.
🍸Tickets are selling fast—check out the schedule.
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Upcoming Event
Experience the historic charm of Rochester’s Charlotte neighborhood during The Landmark Society’s House & Garden Tour on June 6 and 7, from 10 a.m.–4 p.m. This year’s event offers a rare look at the elegant private residences along Beach Avenue and the “secret” hidden sidewalk—a historic, pedestrian-only path tucked between manicured gardens and the Lake Ontario shoreline. Advanced tickets are required—visit The Landmark Society to secure yours.
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Find hundreds of fun and unique things to do around Rochester, NY, within two hours of home—perfect for a spontaneous day trip. Use our themed guides and maps to plan memorable adventures all year long.