Quick Summary: Rochester grew from the biggest supplier of flour in the country to a booming, thriving city known for innovation, 140 fantastic festivals, 60 golf courses, and over 12,000 acres of parks. Top things to do in Rochester with kids include the Seneca Park Zoo, The Strong - National Museum of Play, and Rochester Museum & Science Center.


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Take the kids to The Strong - National Museum of Play

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Have fun with interactive exhibits at Rochester Museum & Science Center

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Explore the Finger Lakes Wine Country

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Visit the George Eastman Museum, the oldest museum of photography

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Admire flowers and plants at Highland Park

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See a Rochester City Ballet performance

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Spend an afternoon at The RMSC Strasenburgh Planetarium

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See a show at the Theatre Young Kids Enjoy (TYKEs)

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Watch animals at the Seneca Park Zoo

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Step back in time at the National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House

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Admire local art at Artisan Works

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Marvel at beautiful artworks at the Memorial Art Gallery

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Taste fresh produce at City of Rochester Public Market

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Enjoy a family fun day out at Seabreeze Amusement Park

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Soak up the sun at Ontario Beach Park

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Hike in Durand Eastman Park

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Enjoy musicals and plays at Geva Theatre Center

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Visit the majestic Genesee River's High Falls

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Don't miss the Charlotte - Genesee Lighthouse

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Get tickets for the Rochester Philharmonic Orchestra

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Visit Mount Hope Cemetery

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Hike or bike in Cobbs Hill Park

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