Best hotels in Rochester
Inn on Broadway
26 Broadway, Rochester, NY 14607
This friendly boutique hotel couldn’t boast a better location, right in the heart of downtown. All 25 rooms are full of character – just a short journey from the Rochester Museum and Science Center, as well as some of the best dining and shopping in the city.
Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Brighton
33 Corporate Woods Drive, Rochester, NY 14623
The perfect ‘bolt hole’ for business travelers, the Courtyard Marriott is located in an office park and has great transport links. Relax in the comfortable, modern rooms after a busy day exploring.
The Strathallan
550 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607
The refurbished Strathallan sits near all the major museums and many of the most essential sights in Rochester, while the hotel itself boasts a superb steakhouse, lounge and full-service spa.
Best restaurants in Rochester
Nick Tahou Hots
320 W Main Street, Rochester, NY 14608
Not so much fine dining as a Rochester rite of passage, the signature dish here – much imitated throughout the city – is the ‘garbage plate’. While this messy meal might not be the most refined, its mix of home fries, Texas hot sausages, macaroni and more is genuinely delicious.
The Owl House
75 Marshall Street, Rochester, NY 14607
The eye-catching wooden building houses a superb restaurant that offers both carnivorous and vegan options across a mouthwatering array of dishes. There are plenty of gluten-free options too. Highlights include the fall grain bowl, featuring pomegranate and parsley millet, caramelized onions, garlicky kale, chevre, blood orange relish, and a choice of grilled chicken or smoked tofu.
Lento
274 N Goodman Street, Rochester, NY 14607
One of the finest restaurants in a city that’s full of greats, Lento specializes in farm-to-table dining, meaning seasonality and freshness take pride of place. Treat your palate to oysters, a Finger Lakes cheese board, and enticing entrees such as stuffed roasted delicata squash.
Best attractions in Rochester
The National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House
17 Madison Street, Rochester, NY 14608
Prominent activist Susan B. Anthony lived in Rochester for more than 40 years, and you can pay homage to the vital role she played in the fight for women’s suffrage here. There are wonderful personal items on display, and the tour provides fascinating information and context.
Finger Lakes
6096 Route 96A, Romulus, NY 14541
The 11 Finger Lakes are named for their elongated shape, running north to south in upstate New York. It’s an area of outstanding natural beauty that lures in hikers, bikers, kayakers and more. Once you’ve picked up your rental car from Rochester International Airport, stunning scenery and fun activities await.
George Eastman Museum
900 East Avenue, Rochester, NY 14607
The man who founded Kodak is a legend of photography, and this museum sits on his former Rochester estate. Opened in 1947, its collection of photographic and motion picture technology is one of the nation’s best. Visit for film screenings, numerous exhibitions and a glimpse into a fascinating life.