9 Lake Ontario Lighthouses in New York
These lighthouses along Lake Ontario in New York are within a two-hour drive of Rochester. And where there’s a light there’s a sweeping view!
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Day-Trip Guides
Use our guides to start planning your day trips around Rochester.
Opening in May for the Summer Season
May is the perfect time to plan day trips to your favorite ice cream shops, gorge trails, amusement parks, boat tours, and public gardens.
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2026 Rochester Lilac Festival: Things to Do Nearby
Most 2025 Rochester Lilac Fest performances begin in the early evening, leaving your days free to explore in and around Highland Park.
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Rochester Railfans
Rochester’s railfans can appreciate the remarkable structures preserved by dedicated preservationists who recognize their value.
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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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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 system comprises 22 parks, all of which are worth visiting, but these five are an absolute must-see.
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First-Day Hikes on January 1, 2026
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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