Location: Batavia
Top Things to do in Batavia
Top 10 Things to do in Batavia, United States
Batavia is a city in and the county seat of Genesee County, New York, United States. It is near the center of the county, surrounded by the Town of Batavia, which is a separate municipality. Its population as of the 2010 census was 15,465. The name Batavia is Latin for the Betuwe region of the Netherlands, and honors early Dutch land developers.
Restaurants in Batavia
1. Oliver's Candies
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 95 reviews
Stop by and try some of their locally famous sponge candy! This sweet-smelling candy shop is filled with all kinds of tasty treats and custom gifts including chocolate! They even have their own ice cream parlor on-site! Open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, year round.
Reviewed By Barbara M - Springfield, Missouri
I had no idea what sponge candy was, but after reading the reviews about it, I knew I had to try some. This nice store has plenty of samples, and something for everyone. I bought a huge bag of sponge candy to take home for family and friends. The store is easy to find, plenty of parking on either side of the building.
2. Batavia Downs
Overall Ratings
4 based on 320 reviews
Reviewed By ljmess - Warsaw, New York
The accommodations were very nice and comfortable. The staff was very gracious and helpful. An enjoyable night away.Thank you for writing a review about our hotel. We appreciate your kind words. We strive to make every stay an enjoyable one and I am glad that we were able to do that for you. We hope to see you again in the future.
3. Dwyer Stadium
Overall Ratings
4 based on 43 reviews
Stop by the ballpark for a glimpse of our hometown heroes! The Batavia Muckdogs are a minor league baseball team affiliated with the Miami Marlins. You'll find them at 2,200 seat Dwyer Stadium June through September.
Reviewed By Rich K - Brooklyn, Ohio
Dwyer Stadium is home to the Batavia MuckDogs, a short season single-A baseball team. The stadium is the perfect size and not a bad seat. Concessions were standard ballpark food and affordable. Staff that I dealt with were all very friendly. My wife needed a sweatshirt once the sun dropped and they allowed my to grab one out of my car and re-enter the stadium. Unfortunately, the team had an awful season, so the crowd was barley existent. The ballpark was clean.
4. Palm Island Indoor Waterpark
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 138 reviews
2 Fully Enclosed Body Slides 24’ Tall: Blue Barracuda: 169’ translucent blue Exits Building and comes back in. Crazy Cobra: 196 Orange with state of the art led Lighting inside, Exits building and goes back inside. Monsoon Lagoon: Children’s Pool & Play Area, Play Lagoon with Beach Entry. Yellow Single Racer Slide: Orange enclosed body slide. Hand Jets, Rope pull shower, 5 way tipping buckets, Mushroom Umbrella & More. Swim Lagoon:Basketball Hoop, Underwater Lighted Pool with waterfall, Underwater Lighted Hot Tub. Additional Features: 2 Birthday Party Rooms, Arcade with 15 plus Games and Photo booth, Full Service concession Stand, Men’s & Women’s Changing room, Locker rentals available. Don’t forget to check out the Gift Shop.
Reviewed By Topher E - Ontario, Canada
We stopped in as we were driving through and figured kids would have some fun in the water park, but fun expired after 30 mins. Only 2 slides and nothing else for kids over 8 years old. Place is tired. It was not worth it. Never mind the hotel.
5. Holland Land Office Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 19 reviews
The Holland Land Office Museum is truly Genesee County's Museum. We are located in the county seat of Batavia, New York and have been serving the community since we originally opened in 1894.
Reviewed By Shawn H - Alexandria Bay, New York
We had a guided tour and wow! We had the new, young director take us around and he spoke adoringly about the history of the land office and the artifacts and history associated with it! You talk about interesting! This was one of the best little museums I have visited in a long time. The history of Western NY opened before our ears and what great stories. This is worth going to see, a gem to say the least!!
6. Adam Miller Toys & Bicycles
Overall Ratings
4 based on 10 reviews
Reviewed By Denny M - Batavia, New York
This wonderful store has been supplying Batavia, NY with unusual toys since 1918. Owners and staff are knowledgeable, helpful and pleasant. They adjust and repair all makes of bicycles and provide a selection of games, puzzles, hobbies, kits, dolls and toys not often found in big box stores. And.....they are just a fun place to visit. They are a half block south of Main Street on Center Street.
7. Six Senses Escape Rooms
Overall Ratings
5 based on 3 reviews
Six Senses Escape Rooms provides high quality escape room experiences for all ages. Our interactive rooms will give you an experience you will want to come back for. Get your team together and book your adventure today!
Reviewed By PugsNkisses6
We had a great time at Sixth sense escape room in Batavia. We did 2 rooms, the Pharaoh and the cabin in the woods. We are escape room enthusiasts and found both of these rooms to be challenging and fun. They had some puzzles and elements we’ve never seen before. They were both very well done. They pay close attention to detail. Especially in the Pharaoh room.
The only think I wasn’t a fan of is when you request a clue, they come in a help you. It takes away from the immersion experience part. A microphone or screen would be preferred. However, the owners are so great that I didn’t even mind it that much.
Overall, we had a fantastic time and I would recommend this room to anyone looking to do a escape room. It’s only a few minutes off the thruway. The entrance door from outside is a bit hidden in a back corner but once you get inside it’s very bright and welcoming. You should check it out!
8. Devil's Rock
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By 1JHH - Buffalo, New York
not worth going out of the way to see or even stopping. maybe drive by. There is nothing else there as it is just next to a Highway garage.
9. The Time Out Lounge
Overall Ratings
5 based on 2 reviews
Reviewed By Camryn W - Penn Yan, New York
Bartender is friendly and out going. She makes u feel like you have been friends forever. No need to drink and drive when u can take a short walk to your room. Great karaoke on Fridays with lots of drink special. My husband and I enjoyed this in house treat.
10. New York Information Centre
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
Reviewed By Robby G C - Toronto, Canada
I entered the New York Information Centre in Batavia to have a map of New York State. The clerk was very nice and gave it to me for free.
Our car all of a sudden had shown a warning. We weren’t sure what to do about it. We asked the clerk at the Information Centre if she could find a Mazda dealer nearby. She looked it and found it for us.
I like Information centers that are so courteous.
Worthwhile to visit!
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