Greater Rochester is one of America’s top-rated places to live, work, and play. Nestled between Lake Ontario and the Finger Lakes wine region in Upstate New York, Rochester is a well-kept secret. Visitors say we have the arts, culture, sports, and nightlife of a much larger city, but the easiness of a small town. The Finger Lakes region is world-renowned for its production of award-winning wines. This natural wonderland offers one of the most visually stunning and peaceful places to live or own vacation property.
Greater Rochester is the third largest urban area in New York State, and, in 1990 we were one of ten communities in the nation to receive the All-American-City award as a great place to live. From amusement parks to sports – there’s a little bit of everything for all! The following is information that will help you pinpoint where you want to Live in Rochester & what to do when you get here!