The Rochester area offers outlets, upscale malls, and charming boutiques

This region is a shopper's paradise! Suburban malls include the upscale shops at Eastview Mall in Victor, Marketplace Mall in Henrietta, Pittsford Plaza, and the immense Mall at Greece Ridge in Greece. For those who can't resist a bargain, you've come to the right place! There is a thriving collection of discount stores and outlet centers too, including approximately 100 stores at Waterloo Premium Outlets, a 40-minute drive east of Rochester. 

Find boutiques and specialty shops in scenic locales along the Erie Canal and in charming historic settings including the Main Streets of the small towns and villages throughout the area. Or head to "The Avenues" in the heart of the city - Park, Monroe and University - for each street's distinctive combination of shops, cafés, service businesses, restaurants, pocket parks, and artwork.

Fascinating gift shops in local museums and attractions offer one-of-a-kind treasures and souvenirs. If antiques are your passion, be sure to pick up the guide to more than 65 antique shops within 50 miles of Rochester, available from VisitRochester.

Rochester Public Market named America's Favorite Farmers Market

Rochester's Public Market, named the 2010 America's Favorite Farmers Market by American Farmland Trust, the market celebrates a history of more than 100 years of providing bargains and is open every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. Outdoor vendors offer their fresh foods, ethnic delicacies and specialty items. Special events are held on some Sundays.  www.cityofrochester.gov/publicmarket/