Situated right along the historic Erie Canal, and home to SUNY Brockport’s campus, Brockport, NY is one of Monroe County’s five beautiful canal towns. Featuring several local businesses and shops to peruse, great restaurant options, festivals and live music opportunities, and more, there’s so much to love about Brockport!
Ready to explore this neighborhood like a local? Let’s plan your day.
Where to Stay
From upscale hotels to cozy Bed and Breakfasts, Brockport has great lodging options that will make you feel right at home.
Located just a few steps from Brockport’s Main Street, the Hampton Inn Brockport provides comfortable lodging and easy access to all the small businesses, restaurants, and attractions the town has to offer.
Looking for something quainter? Brockport also has several cozy Bed and Breakfasts right downtown. These include Park Ave Bed and Breakfast and Victorian Bed and Breakfast.
Where to Eat
There are tons of great restaurants to enjoy while exploring Brockport. If you’re in the market for something casual and delicious, stop by Bill Gray’s Brockport and indulge in burgers, plates, French fries, and more.
Brockport also has a multitude of locally loved restaurants like 58 Main BBQ & Brew, Custom House on the Canal, Spicy Trails, and so much more.
If you want to grab a sweet treat after your meal, we recommend stopping by Abbott’s Frozen Custard to grab dessert from this iconic Rochester spot.
Get Caffeinated
Brockport is home to several must-try coffee shops waiting to give you the caffeine boost you need. From local favorites like Java Junction and Grinds Café & Sweet Shoppe, to recognizable names like 7 Brew, Brockport has all the coffee and tea you could want.
Shop Small
If you ask us, one of the best parts of exploring a town is discovering all the amazing local shops. One of our favorites in Brockport is Lift Bridge Book Shop, a long-standing and well-loved bookstore located on Main Street in Brockport.
Other shops to check out include Bittersweet, The Carriage Place Crafts & Antique Co-Op, Kirby’s Farm Market, and more.
Fun on the Canal
There is so much fun to be had on the Erie Canal in Brockport! Whether you want to walk, bike, or kayak, Brockport is a great place to do it.
The Brockport Welcome Center on the Erie Canal offers free bike rentals for visitors so you can bike along the Erie Canalway Trail. Brockport also offers the canal’s first Board Safe Accessible Dock/Kayak Launch, making launching and landing easier for everyone.
Can’t Miss Festivals
If you’re visiting in the summer months, there are a few festivals and events that should be on your radar. Be sure to check out the Brockport Arts Festival taking place August 8 & 9, 2026 and the Serenades Concert Series happening throughout July and August.
Visiting around the holidays? Check out Brockport’s Holiday Lights Spectacular and Parade.
We hope you enjoy your time in Brockport and be sure to tag your adventures #visitROC so we can follow along!
