The 15 best things to do in Rochester (2026)

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   1. Corning Museum of Glass Admission Tickets

   Outty Ranking87

   From children looking for an adventure to artists looking for inspiration, there is something for everyone at The Corning Museum of Glass. Located in the heart of the Finger Lakes region of Upstate New York, the Museum i. Exceptional at 87/100, 4.7/5 from 631 traveler reviews, 3h from $25, free cancellation.

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   2. Shared Wine, Chocolate and Cheese Tasting in Conesus Lake

   Outty Ranking69

   Located on Conesus Lake, visit us and sample our four best-selling wines paired with cheese and chocolate. The sampling includes four gold medal awarded wines, Conesus White, Runway Red, Pebble Beach Blush and Max Black. Solid Choice at 69/100, 5.0/5 from 24 traveler reviews, 0.8h from $20, free cancellation.

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   3. Canandaigua Wine Trail Experience

   Outty Ranking65

   Follow the Canandaigua Wine Trail on a guided tour of the Finger Lakes’ wineries, vineyards, and tasting rooms. This wine trail experience includes tastings at four vineyards and an option to add-on a bistro-style lunch. Solid Choice at 65/100, 4.9/5 from 113 traveler reviews, 5h from $258.

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   4. Luxury 2 Hour Sunset Tour Canandaigua Lake-Groups or Individuals

   Outty Ranking65

   There is nothing like celebrating a summer day with friends and family, a cool breeze on your face and the sun reflecting off the water. Our captains will be sure to help you capture that perfect photo moment. Bring a co. Solid Choice at 65/100, 4.7/5 from 41 traveler reviews, 2h from $85, free cancellation.

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   5. Haunted Oswego Tours

   Outty Ranking65

   If you like historically based ghost stories, walking in the dark through the city, taking pictures of, and viewing haunted places....this BOO!'s for you! Solid Choice at 65/100, 4.9/5 from 16 traveler reviews, 1.5h from $30, free cancellation.

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   6. Manchester Mission Scavenger Hunt

   Outty Ranking60

   Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Aust. Worth a Look at 60/100, 5.0/5 from 3 traveler reviews, 2h from $23, free cancellation.

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   7. Genesee Country Village and Museum Admission Ticket

   Outty Ranking59

   Immerse yourself in the 19th century at The Genesee Country Village and Museum, the largest living history museum in New York State and third-largest in America! The Genesee Country Village and Museum features costumed i. Worth a Look at 59/100, 4.3/5 from 15 traveler reviews, 1h from $17, free cancellation.

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   8. Zipline Canopy Activity Admission at Bristol Mountain

   Outty Ranking57

   Are you ready to fly? Soar through the trees on our Zipline Canopy Activity. The Zipline Canopy Activity is an exhilarating experience that takes you on a journey through the treetops. With stunning views of the Bristol. Worth a Look at 57/100, 4.7/5 from 12 traveler reviews, 3h from $112, free cancellation.

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   9. Rochester Raid Scavenger Hunt

   Outty Ranking55

   Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Aust. Worth a Look at 55/100, 2h from $20, free cancellation.

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    10. Rare Rochester Scavenger Hunt

    Outty Ranking55

    Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Aust. Worth a Look at 55/100, 2h from $20, free cancellation.

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    11. Roar in Aurora Scavenger Hunt

    Outty Ranking54

    Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you through your phone. We are an Austin,. Worth a Look at 54/100, 2h from $23, free cancellation.

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    12. Rochester City Scavenger Hunt Excursion by Crazy Dash

    Outty Ranking53

    In this fun Crazy Dash scavenger hunt of Rochester , players will use an app to find objects in the city, in any order they want, to collect points. They'll also complete challenges for points. Players can see their scor. Worth a Look at 53/100, 2h from $10, free cancellation.

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    13. Scavenger Hunt in Rochester by Operation City Quest

    Outty Ranking53

    Explore Rochester with Operation City Quest! Our scavenger hunt takes you around the city to find items in any order you want and perform exciting tasks for points. The scavenger hunt is done using an app and you'll be a. Worth a Look at 53/100, 2h from $10, free cancellation.

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    14. Niagara Falls to DC Transfer with Corning Museum of Glass Tour

    Outty Ranking53

    Travel from Niagara Falls to Washington, D.C. on a thoughtfully designed one-way intercity journey that transforms travel time into a sightseeing experience. Rather than a simple point-to-point transfer, this route inclu. Worth a Look at 53/100, 8.5h from $106, free cancellation.

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    15. Fingerlakes Wine selection, Wines around the world,

    Outty Ranking52

    From strong, bold flavors to subtle and sweet, New York's wine can't be beat! We represent an array of New York State's wineries in our local collection of wines. Worth a Look at 52/100, 51h from $5, free cancellation.

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