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Rochester, New York, is known as the World's Image Center. It is the birthplace of Kodak and other innovative companies, which brought photography to the general population. Situated just south of Lake Ontario, Rochester is also known as a center for education and research, and is home to the University of Rochester and the Rochester Institute of Technology. Rochester is family-friendly, with attractions such as the Seneca Park Zoo and Susan B. Anthony House.

Key facts

While in Rochester be sure to visit the Broad Street Bridge, which was built upon an old aqueduct for the Lake Erie Canal. It was originally purposed as a subway tunnel but is now open to the public for exploration. You can also tour the Genesee Brewing Company headquarters. Rochester is serviced by the Greater Rochester International Airport (ROC), which offers regional service to neighboring states as well as Canada. You can connect to NYC and other areas by taking Amtrak, Greyhound or Trailways, into or out of the city. You’ll find many places to stay in Rochester; there are plenty of hotels to choose from, dotted along the Genesse River.

Hints and tips

Rochester has been known as both Flour City and Flower City, and hosts an annual Lilac Festival. If you're looking for a great nightlife, be sure to spend some time in the East End District, where most of the city's bars, late-night restaurants and clubs are located.