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Charlotte-Genesee Lighthouse

The oldest surviving lighthouse on Lake Ontario, open for climbs and tours on warm-season weekends near Ontario Beach.

Ages
Kids, Tweens, Teens
Price
Small donation/admission
Setting
Outdoor
Best seasons
Spring, Summer, Fall
Address
70 Lighthouse St, Rochester, NY 14612

Highlights

  • Built 1822
  • Climb the tower
  • Picnic tables

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The Strong National Museum of Play

A huge museum devoted to play, with hands-on zones for little kids plus classic and modern video game exhibits that keep tweens and teens busy. Fridays and Saturdays it stays open until 8pm.

All ages · 1-day from $25; half price Fri after 4pm; under 2 free · Rochester

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ESL Ballpark (Rochester Red Wings)

Home of the Rochester Red Wings Triple-A baseball team, formerly Innovative Field, with family-friendly game nights.

All ages · Game tickets · Rochester

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National Susan B. Anthony Museum & House

Guided tours of the home where Susan B. Anthony lived and was arrested for voting. Best for tweens and teens studying history; the first floor is wheelchair accessible.

Tweens, Teens · Adult $20, student $8, Museums for All $3 · Rochester

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Last checked October 26, 2026. Hours and prices change, so confirm with the venue before you go. Source.

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