Leisure and Travel Blog

Get ready to take advantage of all that Rochester, NY and the Finger Lakes has to offer during the autumn months with Visit Rochester’s Ultimate Fall Bucket List! We’ve rounded up some of our favorite activities to keep you busy this season. If you

Rochester, NY is filled with activities that will get you out of the house and safely exploring this summer. Check out this list of 31 things to do and to add to your summer bucket list. 1. Take A Cruise On The Erie Canal Colonial Belle + Sam Patch

Bring your bike to Rochester, NY, which Bicycling Magazine has previously named "One of the top bike-friendly cities in the U.S." Why? Scenic trails, new bike lanes and well-maintained roadways attract cyclists here from all over world. As locals and

With the health and safety of our visitors and community in mind, many Rochester businesses had temporarily closed or suspended activities due to the New York State on PAUSE order. However, many businesses in Rochester are reopening smartly, and

All photos by Quajay Donnell. Are you looking for an adventure enjoying wall art in Rochester that would be easy to explore by car, bike or a social distancing walk? You’re in luck because I have just the list. Rochester has a robust public art

With the recent announcement that allows outdoor dining within Rochester’s phased approach to reopening, many local restaurants have shared that they will be offering outdoor dining options for patrons. This is a list of some of the restaurants you

A great golf outing awaits in Rochester, NY. Golf Magazine ranked Rochester, NY as the #10 Best Golf City in the U.S.--and #1 for Golf Affordability. Golf courses are currently open with a few small adjustments to ensure the safety of all golfers.

Although the 122nd Annual Rochester Lilac Festival won’t be happening this year, there are still many chances to enjoy the sights, smells, and tastes of the festival. Check out this list of ways to enjoy the Rochester's famous lilacs at home. Pour A

LIMITLESS COLORING PAGE Our love of Rochester is LIMITLESS. We’re excited to share that we have partnered with Shawn Dunwoody on this original coloring page. Download the picture below to print and color! Be sure to tag Visit Rochester on social

As we navigate these unprecedented times, there are a few things we know for certain. We know that neighbors will continue to help one another, communities will continue to rally around local businesses and that in spite of all of the uncertainty