Braddock Point Lighthouse Guidebook
Sightseeing
Great walking paths and beach areas to enjoy the views of Lake Ontario.
34 locals recommend
Hamlin Beach State Park
1 Hamlin Beach State ParkGreat walking paths and beach areas to enjoy the views of Lake Ontario.
Minutes from the lighthouse. Rent pavilions for a party or bring a blanket and watch the migratory birds.
199 East Manitou Road
Braddock Bay Park
199 E Manitou RdMinutes from the lighthouse. Rent pavilions for a party or bring a blanket and watch the migratory birds.
199 East Manitou Road
Visit the New York side of The Falls or bring your passport for a peak from the other side!
1604 locals recommend
Niagara Falls
Visit the New York side of The Falls or bring your passport for a peak from the other side!
Irondequoit Bay
Brockport, Spencerport, Pittsford, and Fairport all offer great canal town stops. Each village has different shopping and dining choices. Ask me for some advice on what one will suit you.
19 locals recommend
Erie Canal
Erie Canal Heritage TrailBrockport, Spencerport, Pittsford, and Fairport all offer great canal town stops. Each village has different shopping and dining choices. Ask me for some advice on what one will suit you.
Charlotte Pier
1 Beach AveAn hour south of Rochester you will find the Grand Canyon of the East. Letchworth State Park has beautiful views and great hiking. At the top of the park by the train trestle you will find The Glen Iris Inn and Restaurant. Open seasonally
256 locals recommend
Letchworth State Park
1 Letchworth State ParkAn hour south of Rochester you will find the Grand Canyon of the East. Letchworth State Park has beautiful views and great hiking. At the top of the park by the train trestle you will find The Glen Iris Inn and Restaurant. Open seasonally
Genesee Riverway Trail
Genesee Riverway TrailHighland Park
Durand Eastman Beach
1342 Lakeshore BlvdBird lovers paradise! See amazing migrating birds in this natural beauty.
Braddock Bay Bird Observatory
Bird lovers paradise! See amazing migrating birds in this natural beauty.
Devil's Hole State Park overlooks the Devil's Hole Rapids. The park has picnic areas, scenic overlooks and hiking trails, and is one of the more popular spots for fishing. A stone staircase leads down to the base of the gorge and the Devil's Hole Trail, which offers spectacular views of the rapids and gorge rock layers.
56 locals recommend
Devil's Hole State Park
Niagara Scenic ParkwayDevil's Hole State Park overlooks the Devil's Hole Rapids. The park has picnic areas, scenic overlooks and hiking trails, and is one of the more popular spots for fishing. A stone staircase leads down to the base of the gorge and the Devil's Hole Trail, which offers spectacular views of the rapids and gorge rock layers.
Wine Tasting
Finger Lakes Wine Region
Part of the Niagara Wine Trail, Mayers Lake Ontario Winery is minutes from the lighthouse. Enjoy wine, cider and beer in the relaxed tasting room. The bistro is open for dinner Thurs-Sat.
Mayers Lake Ontario Winery
1593 Hamlin Parma Townline RdPart of the Niagara Wine Trail, Mayers Lake Ontario Winery is minutes from the lighthouse. Enjoy wine, cider and beer in the relaxed tasting room. The bistro is open for dinner Thurs-Sat.
Seneca Lake Wine Trail
2 N Franklin St
Cayuga Lake Wine Trail
4565 Ernsberger Rd
Keuka Lake Wine Trail
2375 NY-14AFive Sons Winery and RG Brewery
Casa Larga Vineyards
2287 Turk Hill RdCider Tasting
Cidery
Cool venue and great cider, lots of food options. They have a great merch area.
8 locals recommend
Blue Barn Cidery
928 Manitou RdCool venue and great cider, lots of food options. They have a great merch area.
Best cider in New York State! Located 40 minutes west of the lighthouse. Call to make sure they are open.
15 locals recommend
BlackBird Cider Works
8503 Lower Lake RdBest cider in New York State! Located 40 minutes west of the lighthouse. Call to make sure they are open.
Brewery
Genesee Brew House
25 Cataract StDowntown Rochester's beer icon with great views of high falls.
Wood Kettle Brewing
1192 Manitou RoadMinutes from the lighthouse, this award winning brewery is a local favorite.
Lock 32 Brewing Company
10 Schoen PlRohrbachs Railroad Street Brewery
97 Railroad StSwiftwater Brewing Company
378 Mt Hope AveIrondequoit Beer Company
765 Titus AveGolf
Lake Shore Country Club
1165 Greenleaf RdDurand Eastman Golf Course
1200 Kings Hwy NMuseums
Local area museums
George Eastman Museum
900 East AveNational Susan B. Anthony Museum & House
17 Madison StRochester Museum & Science Center
657 East AveMemorial Art Gallery
500 University AveFood scene
Local favorites!
Great burger joint! My order - Cheeseburger on a hard roll, onions, mustard, hot sauce and don't forget the onion rings!
12 locals recommend
Schaller's Drive-In
965 Edgemere DrGreat burger joint! My order - Cheeseburger on a hard roll, onions, mustard, hot sauce and don't forget the onion rings!
Classic Italian cuisine. My favorites include, Greens and Beans, Chicken French and Pasta Soprano!
28 locals recommend
Mr. Dominic's at the Lake
4699 Lake AveClassic Italian cuisine. My favorites include, Greens and Beans, Chicken French and Pasta Soprano!
California Rollin II
1000 N River StGreat sushi at the Port of Rochester.
Best frozen custard in the USA! Great location for walking on the Charlotte Pier. There is also a location located in the village of Hilton.
19 locals recommend
Abbott's Frozen Custard
4791 Lake AveBest frozen custard in the USA! Great location for walking on the Charlotte Pier. There is also a location located in the village of Hilton.
Great views of Braddock Bay from the patio with awesome Friday fish fried and French onion soup! Currently no alcohol.
Braddock Bay Tavern & Grill
372 Manitou RdGreat views of Braddock Bay from the patio with awesome Friday fish fried and French onion soup! Currently no alcohol.
Great burgers and bar food with a front row seat on the deck overlooking Braddock's Bay.
Docksiders Pub & Oven
Great burgers and bar food with a front row seat on the deck overlooking Braddock's Bay.
Great place for some cider, beer and food. It's only a few minutes from the lighthouse!
8 locals recommend
Blue Barn Cidery
928 Manitou RdGreat place for some cider, beer and food. It's only a few minutes from the lighthouse!
Bernard's Grove
187 Long Pond RdGood food with nightly specials.
A Buffalo favorite right here in Rochester. Authentic "Buffalo Wings" and yummy Beef on Weck.
Bar-Bill East
A Buffalo favorite right here in Rochester. Authentic "Buffalo Wings" and yummy Beef on Weck.
Steve T. Hots & Potatoes
2260 Lyell AveBest garbage plate on the west side of Rochester!
Hilton Family Restaurant
54 Hovey StOld school diner, great for breakfast!
Cotoletta
New! I have not been but I've heard great things.
Forest Hill Restaurant
41 E Manitou Rd