A great way to spend the weekend in Rochester, NY
Very scenic with heaps of activity - Rochester is the perfect getaway on the weekends to escape from the hyperactivity of New York! Whatever your age or interest, the city has attractions and activities that cater to all.
If you are in the Big Apple and looking to head out of town on the weekend, look no further than Rochester!
Finding
luxury hotels in Rochester is easy with a good variety of properties to choose among.
The Rochester Riverside hotel would be great in terms of luxury and facilities with budget-friendly prices too. If you are travelling with family and your pet this is among a few pet-friendly hotels in the area.
After arriving on Friday evening you could plan your itinerary as follows:
After checking into the hotel, if you want the best barbecue in town, head to Dinosaur Bar-B-Que considered among the best in town. Do not miss the delicious ribs dish on the menu. If you enjoy baseball and visit during match-season, head to Sahlen’s Stadium to enjoy the game. Alternatively, if theatre or cinema is what interests you pop over to Geva Theatre or any of movie theatres in the area.
Saturday
You could begin your day around 10 in the morning and if with the family check out the National Museum of Play. Its entire collection relates only to play items of kids. Continue with the museum theme and head over to the Memorial Art Gallery, where its impressive collection is home to more than 5 millennia of art creations. The highlights of the museum collection are works by Cezanne and Monet. Later pop over to any of the chic restaurants in the area for lunch. Spend the rest of the afternoon exploring the shores along Lake Ontario followed by an excursion to the popular Durand Eastman Park in the area.
If you are a craft beer lover then a tour of the beer breweries in Rochester would be in order. As evening approaches sample the excellent varieties of craft brews made at the local distilleries. You could follow this up with an evening cruise to get a new perspective of the city and its attractions. For dinner drop in at the popular Richardson Canal House for a fabulous meal with wonderful views of the surroundings. Wind up the evening with a dance or drinks at any of the music halls in the area.
Sunday
Enjoy a sumptuous breakfast at the Rochester hotel and then head to the famous Genesee River’s High Falls. Enjoy incredible views from the bridge while getting a water spray from the falls, a wonderful way to stay cool. If you feel like a quick snack stop over at Dog Town an eatery famous for its super hotdogs. Wile away the remaining hours exploring the George Eastman Museum of Photography and Film. Learn about his creation the iconic Eastman Kodak Company and see the archives and collection of the museum. A wonderful way to end your trip to Rochester!