Day Trips Around Rochester, New York
by Debi Bower
Your guide to exploring within two hours of Rochester and the Finger Lakes region.
Also Available:
Hidden Places Around Rochester
Local Booksellers
These shops carry signed copies of Day Trips Around Rochester, New York.
Abundance Food Co-op
Rochester, South Ave
Alice’s Red Rose Boutique
Canandaigua, Main St
Ampersand
Writers & Books
Rochester, University Ave
Archimage
Rochester, Monroe Ave
Artisan Coffeehouse
Scottsville, Rochester St
Artizanns
Naples, N Main St
Bleak House Books
Honeoye Falls, W Main St
Bookeater
Rochester, S Clinton Ave
Bruno’s Books & Beans
Brighton, Monroe Ave
Capacity/Frank’s Chop Shop
Rochester, East Ave
Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse
Rochester, Lake Ave
Cheshire Union Gift Shop and Antique Center
Canandaigua, State Route 21 South
Craft Company No.6
Rochester, University Ave
The Creator’s Hands
Rochester, Mt. Hope Ave
The Dog Eared Book
Palmyra, E Main St
Eleven Lakes Market
Corning, Market St
Evolve For the Home –
The Christmas Store
Lyons, William St
Genesee Country Village
Mumford, Flint Hill Rd
The Glue Factory
North Chili, Union St
The Heart of Hilton Gift Shop
Hilton, South Avenue
Historic Palmyra
Palmyra, Market St
Janis Reed Interiors
East Rochester, Piano Works
Joseph’s Wayside Market
Naples, S Main St
Lala of Webster
Webster, E Main St
Lamberton Conservatory
Rochester, Reservoir Ave
Main Street Mercantile
Fairport, Main St
Mercantile @ Newberry
Lyons, William St
Neutral Ground Coffeehouse
Pittsford, Schoen Place
Rochester, Exchange Blvd
Notion
Pittsford, Northfield Commons
The Olde Country Store & More – 1849
North Cohocton, University Ave
Parkleigh
Rochester, Park Ave
Peppermint
Rochester, Culver Rd
Pflutter
Gates, Buffalo Rd
The Record Archive
Rochester, Rockwood St
REI
Rochester, W Henrietta Rd
The Shops on West Ridge
Ann Elizabeth Photography, Shop #443
Greece, West Ridge Rd
The Siren and the Sea
Rochester, South Ave
Spencerport Depot & Canal Museum
Spencerport, East Ave
Stacy K Floral
Rochester, Russell St
Sulfur Books
Clifton Springs, W Main St
Taste of Rochester
Rochester, Airport
The Ugly Unicorn
Irondequoit, Titus Ave
The Unreliable Narrator
Rochester, Village Gate
What’s Good
Fairport, Village Landing
Wickham Farms
Penfield, Sweets Corners Rd
Yesterday’s Muse Books
Webster, W Main St
All bookstores can special-order a book for you if it’s not in stock. You can also borrow one from the library for free!
Ebook
Upcoming Book Events
Winter Faire
Sunday, December 7
10 a.m.–4 p.m.
East Avenue, Rochester
This year’s Winter Faire transforms both the Strathallan City View Ballroom and the Century Club of Rochester into one unforgettable holiday experience — two distinct markets, one short walk apart. You’ll find me in the Century Club.
- Christmas Present at the Strathallan’s City View Ballroom—a modern holiday market with contemporary vendors.
- Christmas Past at the historic Century Club—a mansion filled with indoor shops and outdoor tents leading to its grand entrance.
REI
Sunday, December 14
12–2:30 p.m.
East Henrietta Rd, Rochester
Join me for a special book-signing event at REI at CityGate!
Meet Debi Bower, author of Day Trips Around Rochester, New York and Hidden Places Around Rochester, New York, and Robin L. Flanigan, author of 100 Things To Do in Rochester Before You Die, M is for Mindful, and Climbing Out.
Stop in to meet the authors and get signed copies—perfect for holiday gifting!
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What’s Inside
This newly expanded and updated second edition offers hundreds of easy day trips within two hours of Rochester! Local travel expert Debi Bower, founder of daytrippingroc.com, shares her insider knowledge with detailed guides and suggested activities in Rochester, the Finger Lakes region, and beyond. This edition features four new day-trip destinations—Penn Yan, Hammondsport, Auburn, and Ellicottville—perfect for revisiting familiar favorites or discovering new gems. Day Trips Around Rochester, New York is the ultimate guide for residents and visitors eager to experience everything the region has to offer.
Praise from Readers
I’ve been using your site for many years to explore Rochester and the surrounding area with my family. Reading this gave me a list of things I still need to do and reminded me of favorites I want to return to. This will be amazing for residents, new ones, those who have been here for ages, and visitors to the region.*
Cristin M.
Rochesterian
I enjoy taking short 1- to 2-hour trips, and this book is my perfect guide. Keep it in your car for easy access.*
Scott M.
Rochesterian
An essential guide to exploring the Rochester area—organized by town and activity, with everything from scenic hikes to must-visit eateries. Perfect for both visitors and locals!*
Sarah B.
Rochesterian
This book is a godsend for our bed and breakfast guests at Kettle Ridge Farm. I know this because they are eager to share their findings and experiences with us.*
Joe H.
Kettle Ridge Farm
*Paraphrased from the original review for brevity.
Interviews and Publications
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