"The World's Image Centre" was founded in 1803 by Colonel Nathaniel Rochester, Major Charles Carroll, and Colonel William Fitzhugh. They began a colony with two other landowners and formed streets. Rochester was known as "The Young Lion of the West", in its early days and then, because it was the largest flour producing city in the United States, as the "Flour City". The abolitionist newspaper, The North Star began life in Rochester, too.
The city is as engaging in modern times as it was in the past. There are miles of shopping venues, acres of museums and galleries and a multitude of restaurants, pubs, bars and lounges. There is so much to experience in this great northern city. Local apartment-ties
as well as tourists appreciate the cities diversity.
Visit one of the cities many museums to get a taste of the history and culture the city has to offer. Spend a quiet afternoon perusing the exhibits at The Strong Museum, Rochester Museum and Science Center, Susan B Anthony House, Rochester Historical Society, The Landmark Society, Charlotte Genessee Lighthoouse, Rochester Civic Garden Center, The George Eastman House, Stone-Tolan House and the Gates Historical Society.
Shopping is an exciting activity here as well. There are many outlet malls and retail establishments but you'l never be happier with the high end name brands you will find in this area. Take a day and search out the great deal just waiting to be had. Check out All That Jazz, Craft Antique Co-op, Antique Mall of Rochester, Chichelli Weiss Books, Havana House, Private Lable, and Bernunzio. If you like the mall experience visit Eastview Mall where you will find stores like Linens'n Things, Lord and Taylor, Janie and Jack, Arden B, Coldwater Creek, Macy's Old Navy, Abercrombie and Fitch, and Coach.
The foodies flock to Rochester. The chef's that choose to make Rochester their home are skilled and experienced and it shows. Award winning restaurant rub shoulders with regular joe burger joints and the coupling is charming. Stroll down a busy lane and stop in where the smell beckons you. Enjoy a meal at Mario's Italian Steak house and Catering, Dinosaur BBQ, Tastings Restaurant, Tapas 177, The King and Thai Restaurant, Charlie Brown's Rstaurant, Olive Tree Greek Restaurant, Jeremiah's Tavern and Salena's Mexican Restaurant. Phillips European gives you European style cafe dining. It's a relaxed and romantic environment with a light fare that is delicious anytime.
It doesn't matter how you plan out your itinerary you will be pleased with the outcome. Rochester welcomes you.
