Location: Rochester
Top Things to do in Rochester
Top 10 Nature & Parks in Rochester, New York (NY)
From family-friendly activities to professional sports teams, museums and galleries, Rochester has something for everyone. Enjoy the scenic Erie Canal, Genesee River and Lake Ontario. Don't miss the Strong National Museum of Play (America's second-largest children's museum) or the International Museum of Photography. Be sure to sample one of Rochester's famous "white hots," Rochester's version of the hotdog! And don't miss the nearby Finger Lakes region with its wine trails and gorges.
Restaurants in Rochester
1. Buckland Park
2. Lilac Adventure Zone
3. Highland Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 499 reviews
The annual Lilac Festival is the most popular event on the calendar here, one of the country's oldest city arboretums.
Reviewed By Freespirit134 - Rochester, United States
Highland Park is beautiful all year round, but in spring it is particularly lovely. Witch hazel bushes are the first to bloom with pale yellow blossoms, similar to forsythia, but not quite as bold a color. Carpets of spring bulbs appear along the paths and hillsides. There are numerous benches dotted along the walkways, often in locations that capitalize on the views to the distant hills of the Finger Lakes. Lamberton Conservatory is also a great place to visit while you're in the the park (also offers restrooms). Along the edge of Highland Ave there's a new playground constructed from natural tree limbs that makes a fun place for kids to climb & play. Also there's a small playground with swings & a climbing structure across from the conservatory. The park & conservatory is a popular place for wedding & prom photos. (If you are a professional photographer call Lamberton Conservatory to check on hours & restrictions for using a tripod) Fun for all ages!
4. Seabreeze Amusement Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 669 reviews
Seabreeze, the fourth oldest park in America, is located on the scenic bluffs overlooking Lake Ontario north of Rochester. Enjoy the excitement of four roller coasters, a classic wooden carousel, thrill rides, family and kiddie rides, a midway of food and games and live shows daily. There's also a full water park with wave pool, tube slides, body flumes, lazy river, kiddie slides and more. The 1920 Jack Rabbit wooden roller coaster is listed as the oldest continuously operating coaster in America. The park is a classic combination of traditional amusement park and modern water park. Open daily mid-June through Labor Day; also open weekends in May, early June and early September.
Reviewed By K1451VUjamesc - Batavia, United States
Loved the wooden barrell that I used to try to get thru The wooden rollercoaster was fun the electric bumper cars werecool and most of all was the merry go round though I was there during the original round and round till an electrician decided he didnt have a clue bout his job and burnt the original circle down
5. Heritage Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3 reviews
6. Genesee Riverway Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 82 reviews
Popular with bicyclists, roller-bladers, joggers and walkers, this scenic trail stretches thirteen miles along the Genesee River.
Reviewed By ktzeller - Rothbury, Australia
Lovely parkland and paths leading to a very nicely maintained very long boardwalk. We saw birds, large fish, swans, squirrels. Boats and a paddle steamer came by. Perfect with kids or for a fresh long walk.
7. Cobbs Hill Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 108 reviews
Reviewed By Bob_and_friends-2014 - Tampa, United States
Great place for a leisurely walk or a jog around the reservoir. (Or cross country skiing in winter.) Watch the seasons roll by as the trees do. Nice views toward downtown through the trees.
8. Durand Eastman Park
9. ARTWalk
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
10. Highland Botanical Park and Lamberton Conservatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 139 reviews
Reviewed By carmsea - New York, United States
I’ve been to Lamberton many times, but the most recent was last December. The price to get in is low and reasonable. The plants/flowers are beautiful! If you go at certain times of the year, they may have string lights hanging or a room with Poinsettias. I can’t wait to go again!
