Places worth the detour in Rochester
12 places worth going out of your way for lie within 12 km of Rochester, United States, across 6 kinds of detour; museums & galleries are the largest group (4). Best known: George Eastman Museum. 11 of them rank as little-known. Click any card to open it on the map.
All 12, ranked 12
Ranked by how many Wikipedia editions cover them.
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1.George Eastman Museum
Museums & culture · 20th century · Notable
Film and photography museum and archive in Rochester, New York, United States
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2.Sacred Heart Cathedral
Sacred sites · 20th century · Hidden gem
Roman Catholic cathedral in Rochester, New York, USA
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3.High Falls
Nature & landscapes · Hidden gem
Waterfall on the Genesee River in Rochester, New York, United States
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4.Memorial Art Gallery
Museums & culture · 20th century · Hidden gem
Art museum operated by the University of Rochester in Rochester, New York, United States
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5.The National Museum of Play
Museums & culture · 20th century · Hidden gem
National museum dedicated to toys and play located in Rochester, New York, United States
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7.Nick Tahou Hots
Fun & leisure · 20th century · Hidden gem
Restaurant in Rochester, NY known for the "Garbage Plate"
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8.Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse
Built landmarks · 19th century · Hidden gem
Lighthouse in New York, United States
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11.Statue of Frederick Douglass
Built landmarks · 19th century · Hidden gem
Statue of Frederick Douglass in Rochester, New York




