
Hidden Places Around Rochester, New York
Your pocket-sized guide to experiencing 50 unique destinations in Rochester, the Finger Lakes, and Western New York. By Debi Bower
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Abundance Food Co-op
Rochester, South Ave
Archimage
Rochester, Monroe Ave
Artizanns
Naples, N Main St
Bleak House Books
Honeoye Falls, W Main St
Bookeater
Rochester, S Clinton 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
Genesee Country Village
Mumford, Flint Hill Rd
The Glue Factory
North Chili, Union St
The Heart of Hilton Gift Shop
Hilton, South Ave
Historic Palmyra
Palmyra, Market St
Lala of Webster
Webster, E Main St
Lamberton Conservatory
Rochester, Reservoir Ave
Main Street Mercantile
Fairport, Main St
Mescolata Boutique
Fairport, N Main St
Notion
Pittsford, Northfield Commons
Parkleigh
Rochester, Park Ave
The Shops on West Ridge
Ann Elizabeth Photography
Shop #443
Greece, West Ridge Rd
Spencerport Depot & Canal Museum
Spencerport, East Ave
Stacy K Floral
Rochester, Russell St
The Ugly Unicorn
Irondequoit, Titus Ave
The Unreliable Narrator
Rochester, Village Gate
Writers & Books
Ampersand
Rochester, University Ave
Yesterday’s Muse Books
Webster, W Main St
What’s Inside

Explore 50 hidden gems located within two hours of Rochester, New York.
This pocket-sized travel guide invites you to slow down and discover the quiet magic of secluded waterfalls, secret gardens, scenic overlooks, and curious landmarks tucked into forests, behind historic buildings, and along little-known trails.
Local travel expert Debi Bower, founder and author of Day Trips Around Rochester, New York, shares insider tips and thoughtful descriptions of 50 off-the-beaten-path destinations throughout Rochester, the Finger Lakes, and Western New York.
Perfect for residents and visitors alike, Hidden Places Around Rochester, New York is your companion to exploring differently—and uncovering the region’s best-kept secrets.
About the Author

Debi Bower is a photographer, travel writer, and web designer based in Rochester, New York. She is the creator of Day Trips Around Rochester, New York—a website and collection of books celebrating local exploration throughout the Finger Lakes and Western New York. Through photography and words, she invites readers to slow down, look closely, and rediscover the beauty of familiar places.

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at Bonesteel Wines (Victor) - Sun, Nov 15, 12–2
at Barnes & Noble Greece - Sat, Nov 21, 10-1
at The Bird House (Pittsford) - Sat, Nov 28, 10–1
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at Flight Wine Bar (Rochester) - Sun, Dec 6, 12–6
at Winter Faire at the Strathallan (Rochester) - Sat, Dec 12, 10:30–12
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