Rochester is a combination of big-city culture and small-city charm.  Known as “The Flower City” and “The World’s Image Center”, it’s the third-largest city in the state of New York. Lake Ontario lies to the north, the Genesee River flows through the city, and the historic Erie Canal runs along its borders.  We offer several different types of Rochester New York tours, so you can explore what interests you.

Rich in history, Rochester is also the birthplace of industry giants including Kodak, Xerox, and Bausch & Lomb. Nowadays, it’s also one of New York’s top towns for craft beers.

Book a Rochester City tour, a Rochester Beer Tour, or the Rochester Parks & Gardens tour, and get to know our city!

Rochester City Tours

Rochester is a place to learn and live history every day.  On this tour we pass landmarks like Susan B. Anthony’s houses, George Eastman’s mansion, and the building where Frederick Douglass published his North Star newspaper.  Your driver will point out buildings known for their history and architecture and tell you stories about the Erie Canal. The tour also passes down East Avenue, where you can view the beautiful mansions that line the street. Visit historic Brown’s Race, which provided power to the city’s mills, and walk across the Pont De Rennes bridge with its unobstructed views of the 96-foot High Falls. This tour involves some easy walking.

Rochester Beer Tours

Rochester has been named one of the top cities for beer in the country! Join us on this city-centric brewery tour, including the oldest brewery in New York State, Rochester’s very first craft brewery, and the 2022 New York State Craft Brewery of the Year.  You’ll also get a taste of the city’s rich history and beautiful architecture and view the beautiful High Falls of the Genesee River.  The price of this tour does not include tasting fees. This way, you can purchase a flight, a pint, or wine and soft drinks as you wish.

Parks & Gardens of Rochester Tour

Available May through October.  Rain or shine.
Rochester, Louisville, Boston, and Buffalo are the only four cities with park systems designed solely by Frederick Law Olmsted, Sr., the creator of New York City’s Central Park. Our Highland Park, Genesee Valley Park, Maplewood Park, and Seneca Park are all part of his legacy. Depending on the season, visit the largest collection of lilacs in North America or a nationally accredited rose garden.  Several parks offer stunning views of the Genesee River and its waterfalls. This tour involves some easy walking.

To read more about Olmsted-designed parks visit Day Trips Around Rochester.

A Little Bit of Everything Rochester Tours

Visit some of our most iconic landmarks, stroll through a park designed by the father of landscape architecture, and taste some of Rochester’s best brews.  We’ll work with you to design a custom itinerary that will make your visit to Rochester memorable and fun!  Contact us today to start creating your experience!