Sterling Nature Center
Explore Sterling Nature Center with woodland trails, wetlands, wildlife, and a natural Lake Ontario shoreline about an hour from Rochester.
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Medina Falls
Medina Falls is a 40-foot waterfall on Oak Orchard Creek beneath the Erie Canal aqueduct—a short walk from Medina along the canal towpath.
Our Lady of Fatima Shrine
Explore Our Lady of Fatima Shrine—16 acres featuring 100+ marble statues, a soaring dome, and one of the world’s largest outdoor rosaries.
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Garrett Memorial Chapel
Garrett Memorial Chapel overlooks Keuka Lake with sweeping views, peaceful grounds, and limited sanctuary hours in Penn Yan, New York.
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Abbey of the Genesee
Find quiet reflection at the Abbey of the Genesee—a Trappist monastery offering Monk’s Bread, rural views, and a retreat from everyday noise.
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Sara’s Garden Center
Follow the paths behind Sara’s Garden Center’s retail space, and you will discover something far more unexpected.
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Sycamore Hill Gardens
Just north of Skaneateles, Sycamore Hill Gardens began as a working dairy farm and now spans nearly 40 acres of curated landscape.
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Keuka Outlet Trail
The seven-mile Keuka Outlet Trail links Keuka Lake to Seneca Lake through a shaded corridor rich in history and natural beauty.
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Fillmore Glen State Park
Named for America’s 13th president, Fillmore Glen combines dramatic waterfalls, cool forest trails, and a touch of presidential history.
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Akron Falls
Moss-covered rocks, mature hardwoods, and the steady sound of water create a setting that invites you to slow your pace at Akron Falls.
Exploring the Genesee Valley
Unhurried day trips through the Genesee Valley—following the Genesee River from Rochester to gorges, villages, trails, and waterfront parks.
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Top 10 Day-Trip Ideas for a Rainy Day in Rochester
Rainy days in Rochester invite slower exploring. Discover indoor day-trip ideas focused on museums, theaters, shops, dining, and unhurried time.
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First Date Spots Rochesterians Love
Low-pressure first-date ideas Rochesterians love, from parks and museums to waterfront walks and casual spots worth lingering.
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Six Scents: A Fragrant Journey Through Rochester’s Most Memorable Aromas
Explore Rochester through six unforgettable scents, from fragrant blooms and maple sugar to summer treats and autumn woods.
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Eat, Shop, and Play: Creating Lasting Memories in Rochester with Family and Friends
Plan a relaxed Rochester overnight getaway with great food, walkable neighborhoods, museums, shopping, and entertainment.
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