Explore Monroe County
Monroe County is the heart of the Greater Rochester Nine County Region. The City of Rochester is surrounded by 19 towns and villages.
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Day-Trip Guides
Use our guides to start planning your day trips around Rochester.
The Flower City: Exploring Rochester’s Extraordinary Flowers and Trees
Rochester became a global center for flower and tree nurseries in the mid-1800s, fostering our identity as The Flower City.
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Summertime in Rochester
Summer produce, fresh water, and nearly 13,500 square miles to explore. Enjoy everything summertime in Rochester has to offer.
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Springtime in Rochester
Enjoy delightful early springtime day trips around Rochester filled with March migrations, April showers, and May flowers.
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New & Used Bookstores Around Rochester
Books take us on a journey through time and space. If you’re looking for a new adventure, check out these bookstores around Rochester.
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Wintertime in Rochester
It’s cold, it’s snowy, it’s dark. It’s wintertime in Rochester! Here are a few suggestions to help embrace our winter season.
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Your Rochester Date Guide for Spending Quality Time Together, Day or Night
Whether it’s your first date or 50th anniversary, trying various activities with your partner is a great way to shake up your routine.
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Our Favorite 5 State Parks to Explore
Within a 2-hour drive of Rochester, there are 49 NY State Parks all worthy of exploration, but try our favorite five if you haven’t already!
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Our Favorite 5 County Parks to Explore
The Monroe County Parks systems includes 20 parks that are all worth exploring, but these are the five you absolutely must see.
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First-Day Hikes on January 1, 2025
Welcome the New Year with a guided First-Day Hike at several parks, including Brookdale Preserve, Letchworth, and Hamlin Beach.
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Street Art: Exploring Rochester’s Murals & Graffiti
Rochester has a vibrant street art culture, with dozens of murals, graffiti, and other forms of public art on display throughout the region.
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5 Authentic Dining-Car Diners
Carefully preserved and restored to their former glory, these authentic dining-car diners will delight anyone who loves a bit of nostalgia.
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Rochester-Area Parks
Beyond the gorge trails, nature centers, and gardens, these exceptional parks offer unique experiences and amenities worthy of exploration.
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Child-Sized Fun During the Holiday School Break
This guide offers a variety of fun activities for you and the kids to enjoy around Rochester during the holiday school break.
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OptOutside: Ideas for Spending Time Outdoors on the Day After Thanksgiving (2025 Edition)
The OptOutside movement, started by REI, encourages people to skip the shopping frenzy and spend time outdoors instead. Find ideas here.