Explore Brockport
Brockport is a charming Erie Canal village with historic architecture, local shops, SUNY energy, and scenic trails perfect for a day trip.
30 minute or less drive
Explore Spencerport
Spencerport is a historic canal village in Ogden. Nestled along the Erie Canal, it’s a peaceful place to walk, learn, and unwind.
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Explore Fairport
With a wonderfully walkable Main Street and a picture-perfect setting along the Erie Canal, Fairport is the quintessential canal village.
Explore Pittsford
With its scenic canal views, unique shops, cozy cafés, and rich history, Pittsford offers the perfect blend of relaxation and discovery.
Erie Canal Bicentennial Celebrations: 200 Years of History, Innovation & Community
Discover how Rochester and canal towns across New York are honoring 200 years of the Erie Canal—and how you can experience it in 2025.
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Kindling Community: A Guide to Finding Rochester’s Cozy Fireplaces
I’ve curated a list of spots around the city perfect for quiet reading or community engagement next to a comforting fireplace.
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H2O Heritage: Exploring Rochester’s Freshwater Resources
Rochesterians are fortunate to be surrounded by abundant freshwater resources that present us with unique stewardship opportunities.
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Top 10 Experiences for Rochester-Area College Students
Whether you’ve grown up in the Rochester area or have recently moved here to further your education, make time to explore off-campus.
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Unlock the Wonder: 12 Ways to Fully Experience the Erie Canal
Experience the beauty, history, and community of the Erie Canal through activities that offer a unique perspective of life along the canal.
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High School Musicals and Dramas in Monroe County for the 2025-26 School Year
Support Monroe County’s talented high school performing artists while enjoying the most celebrated musicals for a fraction of the cost.
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Museums Around Rochester
Rochester is home to world-renowned museums and thought-provoking galleries. You can spend weeks exploring our rich cultural heritage.
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Explore Rochester
A perfect day in Rochester would include a visit to one of its world-class museums, spending time in its exceptional parks, and seeing both High Falls and Lake Ontario.
Fun, Family-Friendly Restaurants, Cafes, and Breweries
I asked our day-trip community: “Do you know of any Rochester-area restaurants that are great for date night and kid-friendly but not kid-centric?” Here’s what you said!
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🍎 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.
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A Range of Possibilities: Exploring Rochester’s Pinnacle Hills
The Pinnacle Range along Rochester’s southern border is a glacial moraine created by the retreating Wisconsin Glacier 12,000 years ago.
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