Timeline
16:15
Stop at Trata for a drink or light bite. The industrial-chic setting is cozy, and it is close enough to the hill to walk off later.
16:40
Walk up the steep trail to the top of Cobb's Hill Reservoir Park. The path circles the reservoir and offers a panoramic view of the city. Find a spot facing west where the skyline is visible.
17:00
Watch the sunset. On this date, the sun sets toward the WSW at 17:00, casting a golden glow over the downtown skyline and the water below.
17:30
End the evening at Jeremiah's - Monroe Ave. It is a short walk down from the park and stays open late, making it a perfect place to digest the view with a meal or a nightcap.
Local tip
The trail to the top of Cobb's Hill is steep. Wear sturdy shoes and allow extra time for the climb. The bar at Jeremiah's - Monroe Ave is open to midnight daily, so you can linger after sunset.
Check before you go
- Trata is open Mon-Thu and Sun from 4PM to 9PM, and Fri-Sat until 11PM. Ensure your visit fits these hours.
- Jeremiah's - Monroe Ave is open Mon-Wed until 10PM and Thu-Sat until 11PM. The bar stays open to midnight daily.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Rochester (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).