Breweries, Wineries, Cideries, and Distilleries
Grab a designated driver and follow these craft beverage trails around Rochester to enjoy a day trip visiting our region’s talented artisans.
Beer Trails
- Finger Lakes Beer Trail
- Rochester-Canandaigua Beer Trail
- Rochester Craft Beverage Trail
- New York State Beer Trail
- I Love NY list of breweries
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Savor Local Flavor: 28 Breweries & Cideries in Monroe County
Considering all the breweries that call the Greater Rochester area home can be overwhelming. Let’s focus on the ones here in Monroe County.
Wine Trails
- Cayuga Lake Wine Trail
- Seneca Lake Wine Trail
- Little Finger Lakes Wine Path
- Keuka Lake Wine Trail
- Lake Ontario Wine Trail
- Canandaigua Wine Trail
- Niagara Wine Trail
- Lake Erie Wine Trail
- I Love NY list of wineries
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9 Wineries with Scenic Keuka Lake Views
Visit these wineries in Penn Yan, Dundee, and Hammondsport to taste award-winning wines paired with scenic Keuka Lake views.
Cideries & Distilleries
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92 Ice Cream Shops Near Rochester, NY | 2025 Interactive Map
Discover 92 ice-cream, custard & gelato spots near Rochester, NY—see who churns their own flavors or scoops Perry’s, then plot your route on our 2025 interactive map.
Whether savoring a gourmet meal, enjoying local delicacies, or embarking on a culinary adventure, you’ll love Rochester’s dining scene.
🍎 Apple Everything! Rochester’s Best Ciders, Fry Cakes, Fritters, Pies, and More
Come September, we begin to crave all things apple: cider, donuts, fritters, hard cider, pie, and warm cinnamon fry cakes.
50 Hidden Places Around Rochester
From secret gardens to enchanting waterfalls, exploring hidden places around the Rochester area is the ultimate way to add some spice to your travel experiences.
5 Old-Fashioned Country Stores Around Rochester
Step back in time when you visit these old-fashioned country stores filled with nostalgic candies, vintage toys, and charming knickknacks.
132 Things to Do Around Rochester
We’ve pulled together a list of fun and unique things to do around Rochester, NY, within two hours of home—perfect for quick getaways.
Which are your favorite craft beverage trails?
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