Road trip from Rochester to Worcester
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ITINERARY
6h 59m355 miles22 stops
1
Strasenburgh Planetarium
2
Frederick Douglass Statue
3
Genesee Riverway Trail
Popular with bicyclists, roller-bladers, joggers and walkers, this scenic trail stretches thirteen miles along the Genesee River.
4
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!
5
Durand Eastman Park
6
Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse
7
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.
8
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.
9
Burnside Fountain
10
DCU Center
11
Seed To Stem
12
Redemption Rock Brewing Co.
Redemption Rock Brewing Co. is a craft brewery, taproom, and cafe in Worcester, Mass. We make beer for people. "Beer for people" means beer enjoyed with a strong sense of community and camaraderie, and we aim to provide high-quality, fun beer in all its forms. Also, as a certified Benefit Corporation (B Corp), we’re dedicated to working for the community. It’s an essential part of our business, and we’re continually looking for new ways to support local organizations, partner with local businesses, and be a better kind of employer and corporate citizen. Finally, we’ve designed the Redemption Rock taproom to be the ultimate community gathering space. It’s bright, comfortable, and colorful and serves as both a coffeehouse and a bar. Visit us with your friends, come meet new friends, or even hold your private event here. We hope to see you soon.
13
Gather Glass
We are a studio of creators who make glassblowing a memorable experience for everyone. We offer a variety of make your own glass as well as a small gallery. Plenty of parking behind our studio on Harris Ave. We are located on the historic Federal Hill in Providence,RI.
14
Venda Ravioli
15
The Avery
16
Free Play Bar & Arcade
17
First Baptist Church in America
The oldest Baptist church in America, gathered by Roger Williams in 1638. Open for tours: Monday - Friday 10AM - Noon and 1PM - 3PM and on Sunday immediately following the Worship Service Worship Service is at 11 AM September - May and at 10 AM June, July and August.
18
Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
19
Bin 312 Wine Cellar
20
John Brown House Museum
The premier 18th-century historic house and museum in the state, presenting important aspects of the social and cultural history of the period when our country was new. The Museum is maintained by the Rhode Island Historical Society. We are currently in our seasonal hours and only open on Saturdays from December 2019 until April 2020. Guided Tours may be at 10:30, 12:00, 1:30, & 3:00 pm on Saturdays but are subject to volunteer availability. Audio and Self Guided Tours are available from 10:00 until 3:15 PM. Last admission into the museum is at 3:30 pm. We have a free parking lot located off of Charlesfield Street. We hope to see you soon!
21
Providence Public Library
Providence Public Library is a 139-year-old nonprofit organization providing free public library services through print, recorded and digital collections, information resources, programs of interest and relevance, and expert staff. As the state's premiere personal learning institution, the Library is focused on building and strengthening our core mission and services for all Rhode Islanders -- expanding our reach and fostering critical connections with individuals and groups statewide -- to nurture and enhance the educational, historical and cultural fabric of Rhode Island. As a historic building on the National Register of Historic Places, the Library welcomes tourists for free guided architectural tours offered on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays* of each month. (*Call ahead to check that tour is running.) The Library's recently renovated historic spaces also serve as a popular event venue.
22
Temple Beth-El
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OVERVIEW
1
Start:Strasenburgh Planetarium
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(92) review
657 East Ave, Rochester, NY 14607-2101
2
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
3
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.
4
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!
5
Start:Durand Eastman Park
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(96) review
Lake Shore Blvd & Zoo Rd, Rochester, NY 14602
6
Start:Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse
Rochester, Finger Lakes, New York·
4.5
(83) review
70 Lighthouse St, Rochester, NY 14612-4710
7
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.
8
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.
9
Start:Burnside Fountain
Worcester, Massachusetts·
3.5
(8) review
Main St Behind City Hall, Worcester, MA 01608-1821
10
Start:DCU Center
Worcester, Massachusetts·
3.5
(93) review
50 Foster Street, Worcester, MA 01608-1305
11
Start:Seed To Stem
Worcester, Massachusetts·
4.0
(9) review
174 Shrewsbury St, Worcester, MA 01604-4629
12
Start:Redemption Rock Brewing Co.
Worcester, Massachusetts·
5.0
(9) review
Redemption Rock Brewing Co. is a craft brewery, taproom, and cafe in Worcester, Mass. We make beer for people. "Beer for people" means beer enjoyed with a strong sense of community and camaraderie, and we aim to provide high-quality, fun beer in all its forms. Also, as a certified Benefit Corporation (B Corp), we’re dedicated to working for the community. It’s an essential part of our business, and we’re continually looking for new ways to support local organizations, partner with local businesses, and be a better kind of employer and corporate citizen. Finally, we’ve designed the Redemption Rock taproom to be the ultimate community gathering space. It’s bright, comfortable, and colorful and serves as both a coffeehouse and a bar. Visit us with your friends, come meet new friends, or even hold your private event here. We hope to see you soon.
13
Start:Gather Glass
Providence, Rhode Island·
5.0
(8) review
We are a studio of creators who make glassblowing a memorable experience for everyone. We offer a variety of make your own glass as well as a small gallery. Plenty of parking behind our studio on Harris Ave. We are located on the historic Federal Hill in Providence,RI.
14
Start:Venda Ravioli
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(85) review
265 Atwells Ave, Providence, RI 02903-1556
15
Start:The Avery
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.0
(9) review
18 Luongo Memorial Square Providence, RI, Providence, RI 02903-3034
16
Start:Free Play Bar & Arcade
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.0
(9) review
182 Pine St., Providence, RI 02903-3708
17
Start:First Baptist Church in America
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(91) review
The oldest Baptist church in America, gathered by Roger Williams in 1638. Open for tours: Monday - Friday 10AM - Noon and 1PM - 3PM and on Sunday immediately following the Worship Service Worship Service is at 11 AM September - May and at 10 AM June, July and August.
18
Start:Rhode Island School of Design Museum of Art
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(981) review
This innovative and internationally renowned museum showcases more than 80,000 works of art from Paul Revere's silver and caricatures of 18th century Europe, to French Impressionists and the avant-garde works of recent alumni. A 12th-century Japanese Buddha has its own room with benches for meditating.
19
Start:Bin 312 Wine Cellar
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.0
(9) review
312 S Main St, Providence, RI 02903-7118
20
Start:John Brown House Museum
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.5
(89) review
The premier 18th-century historic house and museum in the state, presenting important aspects of the social and cultural history of the period when our country was new. The Museum is maintained by the Rhode Island Historical Society. We are currently in our seasonal hours and only open on Saturdays from December 2019 until April 2020. Guided Tours may be at 10:30, 12:00, 1:30, & 3:00 pm on Saturdays but are subject to volunteer availability. Audio and Self Guided Tours are available from 10:00 until 3:15 PM. Last admission into the museum is at 3:30 pm. We have a free parking lot located off of Charlesfield Street. We hope to see you soon!
21
Start:Providence Public Library
Providence, Rhode Island·
4.0
(9) review
Providence Public Library is a 139-year-old nonprofit organization providing free public library services through print, recorded and digital collections, information resources, programs of interest and relevance, and expert staff. As the state's premiere personal learning institution, the Library is focused on building and strengthening our core mission and services for all Rhode Islanders -- expanding our reach and fostering critical connections with individuals and groups statewide -- to nurture and enhance the educational, historical and cultural fabric of Rhode Island. As a historic building on the National Register of Historic Places, the Library welcomes tourists for free guided architectural tours offered on the 1st and 3rd Tuesdays* of each month. (*Call ahead to check that tour is running.) The Library's recently renovated historic spaces also serve as a popular event venue.
22
Start:Temple Beth-El
Providence, Rhode Island·
5.0
(8) review
70 Orchard Ave, Providence, RI 02906-5425
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What's the driving distance between Rochester and Worcester?
The distance is 355 miles
What's the travel time between Rochester and Worcester?
The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 6h 59m mins in normal traffic
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