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ITINERARY
4h 25m223 miles18 stops
1
Genesee Brew House
2
Hochstein Performance Hall
3
Rohrbachs Railroad Street Brewery
4
Strasenburgh Planetarium
5
Lux Bar
6
Frederick Douglass Statue
7
Black Button Distilling
Black Button Distilling was founded in 2012 by Master Distiller Jason Barrett and was the first distillery to operate in “The Flour City” since prohibition. As a grain-to-glass craft spirits producer, Black Button is a licensed New York State Farm Distillery and uses nearly 100% New York State grown ingredients that come from within 50 miles of the distillery. Best known for its Four Grain Straight Bourbon, Bespoke Bourbon Cream and botanical gins like Citrus Forward and seasonal Lilac, Black Button’s spirits are available at its 1344 University Avenue Distillery and Tasting Room, in liquor stores throughout New York State and online at www.blackbuttondistilling.com. This is the official page of Black Button Distilling. PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY. Must be 21+ to follow. Please do not share with those under 21. Black Button Rochester, New York.
8
Genesee Riverway Trail
Popular with bicyclists, roller-bladers, joggers and walkers, this scenic trail stretches thirteen miles along the Genesee River.
9
Omega Escape Room Rochester
Omega Escape Room Rochester provides highly rated, immersive and exciting escape rooms that will test your groups’s puzzle-solving skills, communication and ability to work together!
10
Lockout Escape Room
Lockout is a series of interactive 4D escape games located near the heart of downtown Rochester. In addition, Lockout also has hatchet toss games. All of our offerings are a new, unique way to have fun with friends, family or coworkers!
11
Durand Eastman Park
12
Revolution Chinese
Revolution Karaoke features nine private party suites that can be reserved by the hour for groups; with casual dining, bottle service, and a karaoke songbook of more than 160,00 multi-langauge songs, everyone will be sure to have a great time! We are your perfect venue for birthday parties of all ages, sporting and corporate functions, bachelore or bachelorette parties, graduation celebrations, and for groups of adults seeking an innovative fun venue for entertaining friends, family and colleagues. Enjoy, lunch or dinner from our authentic Chinese menu, or choose from our delicious made to order pub food. With the best happy hour in town, Revolution Karaoke is the perfect place to head after work to unwind, enjoy some great food, and sing a few songs with the new friends you will meet at our friendly bar.
13
Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse
14
Bowl-A-Roll Lanes
15
Casa Larga Vineyards
Casa Larga Vineyards – We are now celebrating 45 years of producing award winning Finger Lakes wines. In 1974, Mr. C planted the first two acres in Fairport, NY, naming it Casa Larga after his grandparents' vineyards in Italy. The first harvest came in 1978 and won three awards at the NYS Wine Competition. Estate White (currently Pallido) and Estate Red (currently Tramonto) were those first wines. Mr. C's dream came true and passion, patience and tenderness were his gifts to the vines and the wines they produced. Mr. C's hobby matured into a larger business, and Casa Larga became the 21st licensed winery in New York State. Casa Larga has now entered the golden era of New York State winemaking, becoming an icon, as well as a sparkling jewel of the Finger Lakes and Rochester regions. We are home to the New York State Ice Wine Festival every February and the Purple Foot Grape Stomping Festival every September. Experience the Italian Way of Living, with wine, food and family.
16
Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Founded in 1914, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is home to more than 700 animals representing 275 species, many of them endangered or threatened in the wild. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA), we are among only 236 zoos and aquariums in the nation proven to meet the highest standards of animal care, conservation and guest experience. We are dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging experiences, exceptional animal welfare, and unparalleled conservation education. The zoo is co-operated by Onondaga County Parks and the Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo with the mission to provide guests “the best day ever,” ensuring experiences that excite, memories that endure, and knowledge that inspires world wildlife conservation.
17
Buried Acorn Brewing
At Buried Acorn we focus on the wild side of things offering 30 taps of IPA, Lager, sours, and funky barrel-aged beers. Come check out our brand new food menu offering a Chicago style Italian Beef sandwich amongst other lovely pub fare. Cheers! Love, Buried Acorn
18
Funny Bone Comedy Club
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Genesee Brew House
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(77) review
25 Cataract St, Rochester, NY 14605
2
Start:Hochstein Performance Hall
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
5.0
(8) review
50 Plymouth Ave N, Rochester, NY 14614-1221
3
Start:Rohrbachs Railroad Street Brewery
New York City, New York·
5.0
(8) review
97 Railroad St, New York City, NY 14609-6039
4
Start:Strasenburgh Planetarium
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(92) review
657 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607-2101
5
Start:Lux Bar
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
3.5
(8) review
666 South Ave, Rochester, NY 14620-1344
6
Start:Frederick Douglass Statue
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.0
(9) review
Highland Park Monument located in Frederick Douglass Memorial Square at 1208 SouthAve in Highland Park, Rochester, NY
7
Start:Black Button Distilling
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
5.0
(80) review
Black Button Distilling was founded in 2012 by Master Distiller Jason Barrett and was the first distillery to operate in “The Flour City” since prohibition. As a grain-to-glass craft spirits producer, Black Button is a licensed New York State Farm Distillery and uses nearly 100% New York State grown ingredients that come from within 50 miles of the distillery. Best known for its Four Grain Straight Bourbon, Bespoke Bourbon Cream and botanical gins like Citrus Forward and seasonal Lilac, Black Button’s spirits are available at its 1344 University Avenue Distillery and Tasting Room, in liquor stores throughout New York State and online at www.blackbuttondistilling.com. This is the official page of Black Button Distilling. PLEASE DRINK RESPONSIBLY. Must be 21+ to follow. Please do not share with those under 21. Black Button Rochester, New York.
8
Start:Genesee Riverway Trail
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(89) review
Popular with bicyclists, roller-bladers, joggers and walkers, this scenic trail stretches thirteen miles along the Genesee River.
9
Start:Omega Escape Room Rochester
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(8) review
Omega Escape Room Rochester provides highly rated, immersive and exciting escape rooms that will test your groups’s puzzle-solving skills, communication and ability to work together!
10
Start:Lockout Escape Room
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
3.5
(9) review
Lockout is a series of interactive 4D escape games located near the heart of downtown Rochester. In addition, Lockout also has hatchet toss games. All of our offerings are a new, unique way to have fun with friends, family or coworkers!
11
Start:Durand Eastman Park
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(96) review
Lake Shore Blvd & Zoo Rd, Rochester, NY 14602
12
Start:Revolution Chinese
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.0
(8) review
Revolution Karaoke features nine private party suites that can be reserved by the hour for groups; with casual dining, bottle service, and a karaoke songbook of more than 160,00 multi-langauge songs, everyone will be sure to have a great time! We are your perfect venue for birthday parties of all ages, sporting and corporate functions, bachelore or bachelorette parties, graduation celebrations, and for groups of adults seeking an innovative fun venue for entertaining friends, family and colleagues. Enjoy, lunch or dinner from our authentic Chinese menu, or choose from our delicious made to order pub food. With the best happy hour in town, Revolution Karaoke is the perfect place to head after work to unwind, enjoy some great food, and sing a few songs with the new friends you will meet at our friendly bar.
13
Start:Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(83) review
70 Lighthouse St, Rochester, NY 14612-4710
14
Start:Bowl-A-Roll Lanes
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
3.0
(8) review
1560 Jefferson Rd Winton Road South, Rochester, NY 14623-3110
15
Start:Casa Larga Vineyards
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(98) review
Casa Larga Vineyards – We are now celebrating 45 years of producing award winning Finger Lakes wines. In 1974, Mr. C planted the first two acres in Fairport, NY, naming it Casa Larga after his grandparents' vineyards in Italy. The first harvest came in 1978 and won three awards at the NYS Wine Competition. Estate White (currently Pallido) and Estate Red (currently Tramonto) were those first wines. Mr. C's dream came true and passion, patience and tenderness were his gifts to the vines and the wines they produced. Mr. C's hobby matured into a larger business, and Casa Larga became the 21st licensed winery in New York State. Casa Larga has now entered the golden era of New York State winemaking, becoming an icon, as well as a sparkling jewel of the Finger Lakes and Rochester regions. We are home to the New York State Ice Wine Festival every February and the Purple Foot Grape Stomping Festival every September. Experience the Italian Way of Living, with wine, food and family.
16
Start:Rosamond Gifford Zoo
Syracuse, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(902) review
Founded in 1914, the Rosamond Gifford Zoo at Burnet Park is home to more than 700 animals representing 275 species, many of them endangered or threatened in the wild. As an accredited member of the Association of Zoos & Aquariums (AZA), we are among only 236 zoos and aquariums in the nation proven to meet the highest standards of animal care, conservation and guest experience. We are dedicated to connecting people to the natural world by providing engaging experiences, exceptional animal welfare, and unparalleled conservation education. The zoo is co-operated by Onondaga County Parks and the Friends of the Rosamond Gifford Zoo with the mission to provide guests “the best day ever,” ensuring experiences that excite, memories that endure, and knowledge that inspires world wildlife conservation.
17
Start:Buried Acorn Brewing
Syracuse, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.0
(9) review
At Buried Acorn we focus on the wild side of things offering 30 taps of IPA, Lager, sours, and funky barrel-aged beers. Come check out our brand new food menu offering a Chicago style Italian Beef sandwich amongst other lovely pub fare. Cheers! Love, Buried Acorn
18
Start:Funny Bone Comedy Club
Syracuse, Finger Lakes, New York·
3.5
(89) review
10301 Destiny USA Dr, Syracuse, NY 13204-9014
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What's the driving distance between Rochester and Albany?
The distance is 223 miles
What's the travel time between Rochester and Albany?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 4h 25m mins in normal traffic
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