Looking for fun activities with kids in Rochester this week? We have been out driving around the last few days and came up with this fun Rochester scavenger hunt that you can do from your car with kids.
The rules are pretty simple for this Rochester scavenger hunt. Pack the car with your favorite snack, a drink, and a notebook. Drive around finding the locations on the scavenger hunt. If it is safe to get out of your car you can take a picture in front of the location.
If you want to go a step further with each of the locations you can have your kids write down 3-5 observations they make about the locations. They can also choose a place to research more when they return home.
Another way to approach this scavenger hunt in Rochester is to ask them the questions below and have them try to guess the answer or research to solve it. Once they have the list of locations you can start your scavenger hunt.
If you have a device to use in the car you can go one by one through the location questions. Solve one, drive to discover it, and then move on to the next clue.
Scavenger Hunt in Rochester, NY: 9 Location Clues
- This unexpected beauty is located in the middle of the city. It is a powerful hidden gem.
- Here you will find fresh fruit and vegetables, baked goods, and vendors.
- With a collection of hundreds, this is the only year round indoor collection of these in Upstate New York.
- Original and unexpected, this place celebrates artists and creativity.
- This person changed the path of women’s rights in America. Find her final resting place.
- He had a big dream and fought for human rights.
- This opened in 1879 and is one of the oldest one of these in the country.
- You can’t help but smile as you pass these lovable sculptures that bring the community together.
- Here you can see the stars.
Rochester Scavenger Hunt with Kids
High Falls Waterfall
High Falls is not easily viewed from your car, but I thought it was a great location to be on a Rochester scavenger hunt. The best way to quickly view it would be to park at the Genesee Brew House for a quick stop. There you can be in and out in about 5 minutes.
Address: Genesee Brew House 25 Cataract St. Rochester, NY, 14605
If you have time to explore the High Falls area and it is safe to walk around, NY Falls has a self-guided tour you can find here.
Rochester Public Market
The Rochester Public Market is a bustling market where you can discover new and familiar foods. There are many things to see at the market including different indoor and outdoor vendors.
Address: 280 N. Union St. Rochester, NY. 14609
Website: Rochester Public Market
The Strong Museum of Play Butterfly House
The Strong Museum is one of the best places to visit for kids in Rochester. You can read more in this article; what we love about The Strong Museum of Play.
Currently the museum is closed but you can see the Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden from the street. You may even see a few butterflies through the glass.
We found the best streets to view the butterfly garden are on Howell Street and Chestnut Street.
Address: One Manhattan Square, Rochester, NY 14607
Website: The Strong
ARTISANworks Building
The outside of ARTISANworks is covered with unique and interesting art work. You could spend a few minutes observing all the different type of art and be inspired to create when you get home.
Address: 565 Blossom Road, Suite L Rochester, New York 14610
Website: ARTISANworks
Susan B. Anthony Grave Site at Mount Hope
Mount Hope cemetery is the final resting place to many famous people. You can use this list to find them all and as an extension activity at home, research more about them.
Address: 1133 Mount Hope Ave. Rochester, NY 14620
Website: Mount Hope
Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial Park Mural
The mural found here is so inspirational and can lead to other at home activities to research Martin Luther King, Jr.
Address: 353 Court St.
Website: City of Rochester
Seabreeze Amusement Park
Seabreeze is currently closed but you can take a drive and see the Jack Rabbit, Carousel and a few other rides and attractions. Seabreeze is one of the oldest amusement parks in the country and the rides have a rich history.
Address: 4600 Culver Road Rochester, NY 14622
Website: Seabreeze
Centennial Sculpture Park at Memorial Art Gallery
This is one of my favorite places to explore in the city. If you can get out of your car you can walk around and take a closer look at the scultpures. If you can’t you can get a great view from the car.
Drive around the block a few times to see the sculptures from different angels, and maybe snap a few photos. When you get home use play-doh to recreate an at home sculpture park.
Address: 500 University Ave., Rochester NY 14607
Website: Memorial Art Gallery
Strasenburgh Planetarium
The Strasenburgh Planetarium is located on the same grounds as the Rochester Museum and Science Center. You can drive through the parking lot to get a closer look, and may be able to get out of your car to walk around the outside.
Address: 657 East Avenue Rochester NY, 14607
Website: Strasenburgh Planetarium
Rochester is a fun city to explore and this Rochester scavenger hunt is a great way to learn more about this awesome city!
