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National Museum of Play at The Strong
Ollie #1 of 25 attractions in Rochester
5 of 5 stars 207 reviews
Owner description: Come over to play at the only museum in the world devoted solely to the importance of play. The museum blends the best features of both history...... more » Owner description: Come over to play at the only museum in the world devoted solely to the importance of play. The museum blends the best features of both history museums (extensive collections and children’s museums (high interactivity). At 282,000 square feet, the National Museum of Play at The Strong is the largest regional year-round family attraction, and the second largest “children’s” museum in the nation. The museum takes play very seriously. Its philosophy—that play is essential to learning and human development—is reflected everywhere you look beginning with its uniquely whimsical architecture (including a butterfly house built to look like the world’s largest butterfly, an undulating two-story caterpillar-shaped atrium, and a structure resembling a pile of gigantic children’s building blocks). Engaging hands-on exhibits invite you to attend Super Powers School, meet the Berenstain Bears, play your way through the history of video games, enter a giant kaleidoscope, board a whaling ship, see the world’s oldest Monopoly games, step into Sesame Street, walk into the pages of a giant pop-up book, and so much more! The museum is home to the region’s only indoor butterfly garden; the world’s largest and most comprehensive collection of dolls, toys, and games; and the prestigious National Toy Hall of Fame®. Amenities include a food court, indoor train and carousel, two museum shops, and an outdoor Discovery Garden. Admission Fees: General Admission (does not include admission to Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden®): Adults $13, Seniors $12, Children (2–15) $11, Children younger than two free, Museum members free. Admission to Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden: General Admission fee plus $2 for members, $4 for nonmembers; children under 2 free. Entry is by timed ticket only. Parking: Free parking is available at the museum for all guests on a first-come, first-served basis. Please note that, on high visitation days, the museum lot may reach capacity early in the day. If space is not available on site at the time of your visit, additional parking is available at neighboring municipal garages for a fee. The Strong is not responsible for fees incurred at off-site locations. « less
Attraction type  Children’s Museums
Distance  1.3 km from city centre
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Geva Theatre Center
Ollie #2 of 25 attractions in Rochester
5 of 5 stars 48 reviews
Attraction type  Theatres
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Finger Lakes Wine Region
Ollie #3 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4.5 of 5 stars 36 reviews
Attraction type  Wineries; Scenic Drives; Tourist/ Visitor Centres
Distance  104.1 km from city centre
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Mount Hope Cemetery
Ollie #4 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4.5 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Attraction type  Cemeteries
Distance  3.0 km from city centre
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George Eastman House
Ollie #5 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4.5 of 5 stars 75 reviews
The man behind Kodak endowed many Rochester philanthropic interests, and his 50-room mansion is now a photography and film museum.
Attraction type  Art Museums; Historic Sites
Distance  2.9 km from city centre
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Highland Park
Ollie #6 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4.5 of 5 stars 28 reviews
The annual Lilac Festival is the most popular event on the calendar here, one of the country's oldest city arboretums.
Attraction type  Parks
Distance  2.7 km from city centre
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Susan B. Anthony House
Ollie #7 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4.5 of 5 stars 22 reviews
The house in which Susan B. Anthony resided.
Attraction type  Historic Sites
Distance  1.0 km from city centre
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Rochester Museum & Science Center
Ollie #8 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4 of 5 stars 48 reviews
Attraction type  History Museums; Science Museums
Distance  2.3 km from city centre
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Memorial Art Gallery
Ollie #9 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4 of 5 stars 34 reviews
Attraction type  Art Museums
Distance  2.3 km from city centre
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Little Theatre
Ollie #10 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4.5 of 5 stars 13 reviews
Attraction type  Cinemas
Distance  1.5 km from city centre
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Seabreeze Amusement Park
Ollie #11 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4 of 5 stars 81 reviews
Owner description: Seabreeze, the fourth oldest park in America, is located on the scenic bluffs overlooking Lake Ontario north of Rochester. Enjoy the excitement of...... more » Owner description: Seabreeze, the fourth oldest park in America, is located on the scenic bluffs overlooking Lake Ontario north of Rochester. Enjoy the excitement of four roller coasters, a classic wooden carousel, thrill rides, family and kiddie rides, a midway of food and games and live shows daily. There's also a full water park with wave pool, tube slides, body flumes, lazy river, kiddie slides and more. The 1920 Jack Rabbit wooden roller coaster is listed as the oldest continuously operating coaster in America. The park is a classic combination of traditional amusement park and modern water park. Open daily mid-June through Labor Day; also open weekends in May, early June and early September. « less
Attraction type  Amusement/ Theme Parks
Distance  10.4 km from city centre
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Genesee Riverway Trail
Ollie #12 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Popular with bicyclists, roller-bladers, joggers and walkers, this scenic trail stretches thirteen miles along the Genesee River.
Attraction type  Biking Trails; Jogging Paths/ Tracks; Hiking Trails
Distance  4.2 km from city centre
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Seneca Park Zoo
Ollie #13 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Attraction type  Zoos
Distance  4.6 km from city centre
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Bounce It Out
Ollie #14 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4 of 5 stars 15 reviews
Attraction type  Playgrounds
Distance  8.6 km from city centre
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Frontier Field
Ollie #15 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4 of 5 stars 19 reviews
Attraction type  Arenas/ Stadiums/ Fields
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Genesee River's High Falls
Ollie #16 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4 of 5 stars 18 reviews
Attraction type  Waterfalls
Distance  0.6 km from city centre
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Rochester Riverside Convention Center
Ollie #17 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4 of 5 stars 14 reviews
Attraction type  Convention Centres
Distance  0.5 km from city centre
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Horizon Fun FX
Ollie #18 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4.5 of 5 stars 2 reviews
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Distance  12.2 km from city centre
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Sam Patch Erie Canal tour
Ollie #19 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Distance  0.7 km from city centre
Roc Brewing Co.
Ollie #20 of 25 attractions in Rochester
4.5 of 5 stars 4 reviews
Attraction type  Breweries
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