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Things To Do in Rochester, New York

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Is Rochester boring? Is it fun? How do people relax in their free time? From playing and watching live sports to listening to live music to volunteering, here's what six local experts had to say about things to do in Rochester, New York.

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Rochester is a city with beautiful parks. These parks are usually close to the Genesee River, which flows through the area. Additionally, the Erie Canal also flows through the area and both waterways provide ample opportunity for recreation and relaxation.

Ricardo, says: 2020

Life in the city of Rochester is rich with culture, art, and history. The people are diverse, and the food is incredible. Rochester’s signature takeout dish, the garbage plate, tastes better than it sounds (and looks). Between the many museums, parks, and festivals, there is always something to do. Plus, with a comparatively low cost of living, a focus on education, and a strong sense of community, the Rochester area is an excellent place to raise a family. That is, if you can handle the snow.

Sierra, says: 2020

Rochester is home to Wegmans, a top-ranked grocery store in the U.S. by Food & Wine magazine. It’s still owned by the Wegman family who support the local farmers, community, schools, and economy. A lot of people that are born in Rochester never actually leave, and they never really experience life outside of Rochester. Although that may seem strange to some, it does make for a tighter community. Rochester is home to the Garth Fagan Dance, one of the original Fringe Festivals, and Geva Theater.

Taylor, says: 2020

Rochester, NY is home to Xerox, Eastman Kodak, Bausch & Lomb, and the grocery store, Wegmans. Rochester is not a very big city, and pretty much everyone knows everyone. The city is home to one of the greatest jazz festivals in the country people and performers come from all over the world (it is also home to the Eastman School of Music) and its arts scene is second to none.

The city is an hour from the Finger Lakes region, which is world-renowned for its wines. No conversation about Rochester is complete without the famous Garbage Plate from Nick Tahou’s, Zweigle’s white hots, and The Strong National Museum of Play. Rochester is full of cultural and musical events, great places to eat and shop, and a place to make lifelong friendships a great place to come home to.

Rochester is a very cheap city; many things are affordable here. Rochester is also very cold, so be prepared for long winters. Specific parts of town can be quite dangerous, but overall the city is pretty safe. There are plenty of unique, local restaurants and bars, despite being a smaller city.

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