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Reasons to Love Rochester
Lilac Festival is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

1. Lilac Festival

8.3
Highland Park (at Highland Ave & South Ave), Rochester, NY
Arts and Entertainment · 42 tips and reviews

MyRochester.comMyRochester.com: Great Food and Free Music!

Rochester International Jazz Festival is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

2. Rochester International Jazz Festival

Downtown Rochester, Rochester, NY
Jazz and Blues Venue · Central Business District · 11 tips and reviews

Asher S.Asher Simonds: Awesome music all week long!

Park Ave Festival is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

3. Park Ave Festival

Park Ave, Rochester, NY
Festival · East Avenue · 6 tips and reviews

Asher S.Asher Simonds: A fun festival that showcases local artisans along with food and shops. My favorite part - the indie t-shirt designers! Read more.

Big Rib BBQ & Blues Fest is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

4. Big Rib BBQ & Blues Fest

South Ave (Highland Ave), Rochester, NY
BBQ Joint · 4 tips and reviews

Katelin R.Katelin R: Porky & Beans pulled pork/ rib sampler. Do it. Read more.

Corn Hill Arts Festival is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

5. Corn Hill Arts Festival

Corn Hill Area, Rochester, NY
Arts and Entertainment · Corn Hill · 11 tips and reviews

Laura W.Laura W: Come get some ice cream at Bruster's!!

High Falls is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

6. High Falls

8.5
Commercial St (Browns Race), Rochester, NY
Scenic Lookout · 13 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: 96 feet of thunderous waterfall!

George Eastman Museum is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

7. George Eastman Museum

9.1
900 East Ave, Rochester, NY
Museum · East Avenue · 44 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This Museum was home to George Eastman. It’s the world’s oldest photography museum & one of the world’s oldest film archives which was opened to the public in 1949.

National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

8. National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House

8.9
17 Madison St (btw W. Main St and Yack Aly), Rochester, NY
Museum · 10 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Susan B. Anthony, along with her sister Mary and mother Lucy, moved into this house in 1865. Susan lived her until her death on March 13th 1906.

9. Frederick Douglass Rural Homesite

999 South Ave, Rochester, NY
Historic and Protected Site · 1 tip

Kristin M.Kristin Munson: Site of Frederick Douglass's home on South Aven. from 1852 until it burned down in a suspicious fire in 1872. A stop on the underground railroad.

Mt. Hope Cemetery is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

10. Mt. Hope Cemetery

Mt. Hope Ave (Robinson Dr), Rochester, NY
Cemetery · 12 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Founded in 1838, it is the United States' first municipal rural cemetery. This cemetery is the permanent home of Susan B. Anthony, General E. G. Marshall, & Charles S. Baker.

Kodak Hall is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

11. Kodak Hall

8.9
26 Gibbs St (Eastman School Of Music), Rochester, NY
Theater · Central Business District · 11 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: Built by George Eastman, it's the home of the Eastman School of Music, the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra, and is the venue of the major acts of the Rochester International Jazz Festival.

Memorial Art Gallery is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

12. Memorial Art Gallery

8.5
500 University Ave (Goodman Street), Rochester, NY
Art Museum · NOTA · 47 tips and reviews

Alex S.Alex Slotkin: Free concerts on the Italian Baroque organ every Sunday at 1 and 3. Not to be missed!

Rochester Museum & Science Center is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

13. Rochester Museum & Science Center

8.7
657 East Ave (at Goodman St.), Rochester, NY
Science Museum · East Avenue · 25 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: This Museum was established in 1912 as the City of Rochester, New York's Municipal Museum it has since evolved to meet the changing needs of the greater Rochester community for nearly a century.

Strong National Museum of Play is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

14. Strong National Museum of Play

9.3
1 Manhattan Square Dr (at Chestnut St.), Rochester, NY
Museum · Central Business District · 71 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Home of the national Toy Hall of Fame, which opened to the public in 1998. To date, 44 toys have made it into the National Toy Hall of Fame, including 2009 inductees: the Ball, Big Wheel® & Game Boy®

Rochester Public Market is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

15. Rochester Public Market

9.1
280 Union St N (Rochester Public Market), Rochester, NY
Farmers Market · 88 tips and reviews

John L.John Lam: Buy fresh locally-grown fruits and vegetables, and locally-raised eggs, meats, and cheese. Read more.

Rochester Auditorium Theatre is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

16. Rochester Auditorium Theatre

8.8
885 E Main St, Rochester, NY
Theater · NOTA · 34 tips and reviews

squash86squash86: Best parking is directly adjacent to the theater, or across the street at the church.

Geva Theatre is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

17. Geva Theatre

8.8
75 Woodbury Blvd, Rochester, NY
Theater · Central Business District · 18 tips and reviews

David M.David Madison: Want a quick snack during intermission? Order yours before the show so that it is already for you. Tables fill up fast, so don't take your time getting out for intermission. Read more.

Dryden Theatre is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

18. Dryden Theatre

8.3
900 East Ave (George Eastman House), Rochester, NY
Indie Movie Theater · East Avenue · 10 tips and reviews

Jessica C.Jessica C.: Subscribe to the mailing list to get a monthly schedule. There are always cool series going on!

Seneca Park Zoo is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

19. Seneca Park Zoo

8.4
2222 Saint Paul St, Rochester, NY
Zoo · 38 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: In 1893 the park opened to the public as a recreational park, but by 1894 the first animals were seen in the lower portion of the park, where guests could find birds, trout and deer.

Lamberton Conservatory is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

20. Lamberton Conservatory

8.0
171 Reservoir Ave (South Ave), Rochester, NY
Garden · 15 tips and reviews

Monroe County Parks DepartmentMonroe County Parks Department: 5 seasonal flower/garden displays every year!

Ontario Beach Park is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

21. Ontario Beach Park

8.4
4800 Lake Ave (at Beach Ave), Rochester, NY
Park · Charlotte · 25 tips and reviews

Sybil C.Sybil Corbin: Walk the pier at sunset! Awesome view

Genesee Valley Park is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

22. Genesee Valley Park

8.8
810 East River Rd, Rochester, NY
Park · 12 tips and reviews

Juanita H.Juanita Harvey: Great place to relax with the Family and Friends.

Highland Park is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

23. Highland Park

9.2
171 Reservoir Ave (south ave/elmwood ave), Rochester, NY
Park · 20 tips and reviews

JoLynne V.JoLynne Valerie: Get onto Resovoir from South Ave. Be sure to check out the Lamberton Conservatory (it's AMAZING!) then foot it around the bend all the way to the stairs that lead upward into the park (on the right).

Durand Eastman Park is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

24. Durand Eastman Park

8.9
Zoo Rd (Lakeshore Blvd), Rochester, NY
Park · 10 tips and reviews

christina d.christina dicken: Park on Log Cabin and make a loop around the ponds. You'll soon forget you're in a city. Read more.

Maplewood Rose Garden is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

25. Maplewood Rose Garden

6.5
100 Maplewood Ave (Driving Park Ave), Rochester, NY
Garden · 5 tips and reviews

Jason B.Jason Breese: take time and smell the roses

Innovative Field is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

26. Innovative Field

9.0
1 Morrie Silver Way, Rochester, NY
Baseball Stadium · 55 tips and reviews

Heather S.Heather S: Iconic field proportionally modeled after Baltimores field. Best features: Kodak building in left field, train tracks in right.

Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

27. Blue Cross Arena at the War Memorial

7.9
100 Exchange Blvd (btwn Broad & Court), Rochester, NY
Hockey Stadium · Central Business District · 48 tips and reviews

MyRochester.comMyRochester.com: Great place to catch an Rochester Amerks Game or a concert!

Rochester Rhinos Stadium is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

28. Rochester Rhinos Stadium

7.0
460 Oak St (Oak & Smith Street), Rochester, NY
Soccer Stadium · 21 tips and reviews

WorldSoccerShopWorldSoccerShop: Marina Auto Stadium is a soccer-specific stadium in Rochester, New York, USA. It is home to the Rochester Rhinos soccer team of the USL First Division and the Rochester Ravens soccer team of the USL W

Wegmans Rochester LPGA is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

29. Wegmans Rochester LPGA

2000 W Jefferson Rd, Pittsford, NY
Golf Course · 4 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: An annual tournament begun in 1977 and held on the grounds of the Locust Hill Country Club.

University of Rochester is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

30. University of Rochester

401 Elmwood Ave (Joseph C Wilson Blvd), Rochester, NY
University · 10 tips and reviews

Justin G.Justin Gumina: This place has a phenomenal research program within the sciences. Lots of cutting edge discoveries have happened here!

Rochester Institute Of Technology (RIT) is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

31. Rochester Institute Of Technology (RIT)

1 Lomb Memorial Dr, Rochester, NY
University · 31 tips and reviews

Susan B.Susan Beebe: Check out the new RIT Student Innovation Center (Bldg 87 on map) also referred to as the "University Services Center."

Nazareth College is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

32. Nazareth College

4245 East Ave, Rochester, NY
University · 8 tips and reviews

Shannon B.Shannon Bradley: One of the most beautiful campuses in the country!

33. St. John Fisher College

3690 East Ave (Fairport Rd), Rochester, NY
University · 11 tips and reviews

MyRochester.comMyRochester.com: Go Cardinals!

Eastman School Of Music is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

34. Eastman School Of Music

26 Gibbs St (Eastman School Of Music), Rochester, NY
University · Central Business District · 6 tips and reviews

Craig F.Craig Fisher: Check out the gigantic chandelier

Monroe Community College is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

35. Monroe Community College

1000 E Henrietta Rd, Rochester, NY
Community College · 37 tips and reviews

Michael T S.Michael T Snyder: Join Student Government! There are many leadership opportunities available where you can get actively involved in what goes on at MCC. Also many opportunities to go on many trips!

SUNY Empire State College at Rochester is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

36. SUNY Empire State College at Rochester

680 Westfall Rd. (Sawgrass Dr.), Rochester, NY
University · 2 tips and reviews

Jaye B.Jaye Bookhart: Great place to go and do your homework, and with staff right there, there is no waiting for answers.

Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

37. Colgate Rochester Crozer Divinity School

1100 Goodman St S (at Pinetum Dr.), Rochester, NY
Religious School · 2 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: Located next to Highland Park, they offer Master of Divinity and Master of Arts degrees, as well as a Doctor of Ministry.

Roberts Wesleyan College is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

38. Roberts Wesleyan College

2301 Westside Dr (at Roberts Wesleyan College), North Chili, NY
University · 4 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: Over 50 programs of study, including education, counseling, social work, and ministry.

Dinosaur Bar-B-Que is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

39. Dinosaur Bar-B-Que

9.4
99 Court St (at South Ave), Rochester, NY
BBQ Joint · Central Business District · 229 tips and reviews

Karla P.Karla Parra: Eat a late dinner so you can stay for live music (starts around 10ish).

Nick Tahou Hots is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

40. Nick Tahou Hots

7.0
320 W Main St (at W Broad St), Rochester, NY
Hot Dog Joint · Central Business District · 21 tips and reviews

Kristin M.Kristin Munson: Cheeseburger plate, Mac salad and homefries, hot sauce, extra onions. Smother that baby in ketchup, mustard, and red hot and give it a little stir.

41. Dogtown

9.2
691 Monroe Ave (Oxford St), Rochester, NY
Hot Dog Joint · Pearl-Meigs-Monroe · 86 tips and reviews

MSZWNY M.MSZWNY Mike: Best hot dog/burger/garbage plate place in Rochester, if not the world. Cool, eclectic place with a zillion hot dog choices. Great tunes and funky decor. Support your local businesses!

Highland Park Diner is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

42. Highland Park Diner

8.4
960 Clinton Ave S (at Goodman St), Rochester, NY
Diner · Swillburg · 60 tips and reviews

Ivvy ♍ P.Ivvy ♍ Pan: Cool retro diner. Must stop for visit to Rochester

Parkway Family Restaurant is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

43. Parkway Family Restaurant

7.4
697 Ling Rd (at Dewey Ave.), Rochester, NY
Diner · 15 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: Take some time to get to know the staff. After just a few visits, you'll be greeted by name and asked if you'd like your "usual". Awesome service here.

Jines Restaurant is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

44. Jines Restaurant

8.4
658 Park Ave (Berkeley St), Rochester, NY
Breakfast Spot · East Avenue · 70 tips and reviews

Katharine M.Katharine McMahon: The banana bread french toast is wonderful!

Mt Hope Family Diner is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

45. Mt Hope Family Diner

7.5
1511 Mount Hope Ave (Rossiter), Rochester, NY
Diner · 21 tips and reviews

Ella G.Ella G.: Cheapest breakfast in Rochester! Great food great service get the 2 egg special!!

The Pizza Stop is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

46. The Pizza Stop

9.0
123 State St, Rochester, NY
Pizzeria · Central Business District · 30 tips and reviews

Jennifer C.Jennifer Cisney: One of the best thin crust pizzas in ROC! They have a patent pending on their oven snuggies!

Empire Pizza is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

47. Empire Pizza

1778 Empire Blvd (in Sunrise Plaza), Webster, NY
Pizzeria · 10 tips and reviews

Zeid N.Zeid Nasser: Definitely one of the best pizza places in the area. If you LOVE crispy thin crust NY style pizza, then definitely check this place out. My favorite pizza in Rochester.

Ming's Noodles is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

48. Ming's Noodles

7.1
1028 S. Clinton Ave. (at Benton St.), Rochester, NY
Noodle Restaurant · Swillburg · 12 tips and reviews

David G.David Grome: Get the pan-fried noodles - with meat/protein, vegetables, and sauce ordered 'on-the-side.' Read more.

Sakura Home is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

49. Sakura Home

8.1
2775 Monroe Ave (btw Westfall Rd. and Clover St.), Rochester, NY
Asian Restaurant · 26 tips and reviews

Rich I.Rich Ide: Love it here. Best sushi around. Try a deep-fried Philly roll, with eel sauce, cut into 8 pieces. Yum. Great service and food.

Phuket Thai Cuisine is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

50. Phuket Thai Cuisine

2122 Empire Blvd, Webster, NY
Thai Restaurant · 12 tips and reviews

Kelly M.Kelly Mullaney: The lunch menu has a fixed price that varies with the meat you choose for your dish (chicken, pork, seafood, vegetarian, etc.). The Panang is excellent & I love the coconut soup that comes with it. Read more.

51. Carpani's Italian Restaurant

155 Pattonwood Dr (at Marina Dr.), Rochester, NY
Italian Restaurant · 2 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: The portions here, even appetizers, are huge. With Mary providing great friendly service in the front and Mario cooking delicious meals in the back, this place never disappoints.

Youngs Korean Restaurant is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

52. Youngs Korean Restaurant

7.9
120 Mushroom Blvd, Rochester, NY
Korean Restaurant · 10 tips and reviews

Christine W.Christine Whitely: Spicy, hot and fragrant! Try any one of the noodle dishes, abosolutely wonderful!

John's Tex Mex is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

53. John's Tex Mex

8.1
426 South Ave (Comfort St), Rochester, NY
Mexican Restaurant · South Wedge · 76 tips and reviews

Aaron T.Aaron Thompson: Gotta try the "Mexican mush" & chips! So tasty + their chips are homemade which makes it extra delicious!

Monte Alban Mexican Grill is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

54. Monte Alban Mexican Grill

8.3
2245 Empire Blvd, Webster, NY
Mexican Restaurant · 34 tips and reviews

Lisa G.Lisa Grosser: Fast service, inexpensive and good food!

Pier 45 is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

55. Pier 45

1000 N River St, Rochester, NY
American Restaurant · Charlotte · 9 tips and reviews

Kristina A.Kristina Aylward: Steak frite was amazing. Would be good with a nice red wine. Cant wait to go back and sit outside on the sofas

Scotch n' Sirloin is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

56. Scotch n' Sirloin

3450 Winton Pl (S Winton Rd), Rochester, NY
Steakhouse · 5 tips and reviews

peter p.peter platt: Go to the bar, get a great glass of wine, shell peanuts and enjoy the fire! Got to sit in the restaurant if you want to eat more than just the happy hour snacks. Read more.

Tony Costanza's International Sausage Shop is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

57. Tony Costanza's International Sausage Shop

8.7
800 Basket Rd (btw. Ridge Rd. and 104), Webster, NY
Butcher · 8 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: Kids have candy stores - adults have Costanza's Sausage. Freshest and most delicious sausage anywhere!

Polska Chata is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

58. Polska Chata

8.2
32 Vinedale Ave (Ridge Rd E), Rochester, NY
Deli · 4 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: Pierogi, kielbasa, kabanosy, bigos, krupnik, blintzes, kiszka, galabki, sekacz, paczki, and more!

59. Swan's Market

9.0
231 Parsells Ave (Stout St), Rochester, NY
German Restaurant · 20 tips and reviews

Jamie S.Jamie S.: Go and try the sausage sampler and reward yourself with a pound of the best bacon in the world. Read more.

Wegmans is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

60. Wegmans

8.9
3195 Monroe Ave, Rochester, NY
Supermarket · 110 tips and reviews

Aaron T.Aaron Thompson: This Wegmans has a food bar in the middle of the grocery store. It's fun to watch the chef's, eat and people watch. Read more.

Aladdin's Natural Eatery is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

61. Aladdin's Natural Eatery

8.1
646 Monroe Ave (Oxford), Rochester, NY
Mediterranean Restaurant · 42 tips and reviews

Mike C.Mike Centola: Everything here is amazing. Some of the best falafel I've had ever. Also very kid friendly with highchairs and a kids menu. Highly recommended.

The Old Toad is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

62. The Old Toad

8.4
277 Alexander St (at Ryan Aly), Rochester, NY
Pub · East Avenue · 66 tips and reviews

MSZWNY M.MSZWNY Mike: A Rochester classic. A must visit for locals and tourists alike. A classic british pub in Rochester - tons of beers and a great menu. Support your local business.

Spot Coffee is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

63. Spot Coffee

8.4
200 East Ave (at Mathews St), Rochester, NY
Coffee Shop · Central Business District · 55 tips and reviews

Kenya H.Kenya Harrison: Nice place to eat, drink , read and do work. Plenty of space and not cramped like most Starbucks.

64. Beers Of The World

3450 Winton Pl, Rochester, NY
Liquor Store · 2 tips and reviews

MikeMike: Look for somewhat out-of-date seasonals on sale! Can get some great beers at great prices!

Parkleigh is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

65. Parkleigh

8.8
215 Park Ave (Goodman St), Rochester, NY
Gift Store · 24 tips and reviews

Shannon E.Shannon Ealy: The perfect mix of quirky and classy stuff. Gifts, cards, apparel, jewelry, mouthwatering chocolates, plus coffee samples and weekly special events. Sign up for their email list to stay in the know.

House of Guitars is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

66. House of Guitars

8.6
645 Titus Ave, Rochester, NY
Music Store · 10 tips and reviews

Mike J.Mike Johansson: Armand, Bruce or Linda are always willing to go "hunting" for whatever you're looking for!

Little Theater is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

67. Little Theater

9.1
240 East Ave (at Vine), Rochester, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Central Business District · 43 tips and reviews

Becky B.Becky Bachmann: This theater has loads of character, and shows alternative and foreign films. Stop by the cafe in the main theater for a yummy coffee and cake, or a sandwich to nibble...very nice!

Cinema Theater is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

68. Cinema Theater

7.8
957 Clinton Ave S (at Goodman St), Rochester, NY
Indie Movie Theater · Swillburg · 8 tips and reviews

LoriPALoriPA: Crazy cheap concessions, fresh lemonade, and decaf diet Coke, plus $10 double features and a new coffee shop. LOVE The Cinema!

Seabreeze Amusement Park is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

69. Seabreeze Amusement Park

8.4
4600 Culver Rd, Rochester, NY
Amusement Park · 25 tips and reviews

HISTORYHISTORY: Seabreeze was known through the early part of the 20th century as the "Coney Island of the West." The park’s original name was Dreamland for approximately thirty years during the post-World War II era

Democrat and Chronicle is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

70. Democrat and Chronicle

55 Exchange Blvd (Broad St), Rochester, NY
Office · Central Business District · 6 tips and reviews

Sean L.Sean Lahman: The sculpture over the entrance was created by noted Italian artist Edmond Amateis.

Bausch & Lomb Place is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

71. Bausch & Lomb Place

1 Bausch and Lomb Pl, Rochester, NY
Office · Central Business District · 1 tip

David P.David Puskas: Be sure to see a piece of the Berlin Wall in their Wintergarden!

Xerox Square is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

72. Xerox Square

100 S Clinton Ave, Rochester, NY
Office · Central Business District · 4 tips and reviews

David P.David Puskas: At 30 stories, this is the tallest building in Rochester.

Eastman Kodak is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

73. Eastman Kodak

343 State St (Morrie Silver Way), Rochester, NY
Office · 3 tips and reviews

Jennifer C.Jennifer Cisney: Be sure to say hi to Pamela Young! in the lobby! She is fantastic!

Citizens Bank is one of Reasons to Love Rochester.

74. Citizens Bank

6.5
260 E Main St Ste 1000, Rochester, NY
Bank · Central Business District · 1 tip

David P.David Puskas: Beautiful architecture here - marble columns, gilded ceiling, very beautiful!