The Strong National Museum of Play
Large interactive museum devoted to play and games
indoor · Established destinationThings to do with kids in Rochester and Finger Lakes
Discover Rochester’s hands-on science and play museums, zoo, planetarium, historical village, amusement park and lakeside destinations.
Indoor adventures and learning
Good starting points for a rainy day, colder weather or a hands-on learning outing.
Rochester Museum & Science Center
Science exhibits and hands-on learning
indoor · Established destinationEastview Mall family events
Regional mall with events and seasonal programs
indoor · Established destinationParks and outdoor family experiences
Plan time outdoors, with a check of seasonal facilities and local conditions before visiting.
Seabreeze Amusement Park
Amusement rides and waterpark attractions
outdoor · Seasonal operationOntario Beach Park
Lakeside park, beach and seasonal recreation
outdoor · Established destinationShopping-center entertainment
Explore family attractions, indoor recreation and official event calendars at these regional shopping centers.
Eastview Mall
Family-oriented mall events and seasonal programming
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All featured family destinations in Rochester and Finger Lakes
The Strong National Museum of Play
Large interactive museum devoted to play and games
indoor · Established destinationRochester Museum & Science Center
Science exhibits and hands-on learning
indoor · Established destinationSeneca Park Zoo
Wildlife, conservation and educational experiences
Indoor and outdoor · Established destinationGenesee Country Village & Museum
Historic village, crafts and rural life demonstrations
Indoor and outdoor · Some seasonal activitiesSeabreeze Amusement Park
Amusement rides and waterpark attractions
outdoor · Seasonal operationOntario Beach Park
Lakeside park, beach and seasonal recreation
outdoor · Established destinationEastview Mall family events
Regional mall with events and seasonal programs
indoor · Established destinationStrasenburgh Planetarium
Astronomy shows and space education
indoor · Established destinationRMSC Cumming Nature Center
Forest trails and environmental education
Indoor and outdoor · Established destination