Timeline
19:21
Order a glass of wine at Pano Vino on the River. The terrace offers direct views of the waterfall, making it the perfect pre-show spot. The Italian menu is excellent, but the setting is the main attraction.
19:56
Walk down to the High Falls viewpoint. Position yourself near the railing facing west. At 20:06, the golden light hits the 96-foot cascade, turning the falling water into liquid amber against the darkening sky.
20:36
Head to Flower City Union. The stadium is located on Broad Street, northwest of the falls. It is a massive, soccer-specific venue that feels grand even when empty. Use this time to stretch your legs and enjoy the architecture of the complex.
Local tip
The walk from the falls to the stadium is about 22 minutes. If you want a shorter route, check the local bus route from Downtown to the Rochester Community Sports Complex.
Check before you go
- Pano Vino on the River is open Su-Th 17:00-21:00 and Fr-Sa 17:00-22:00.
- Ensure you arrive at the viewpoint before 20:06 to catch the full golden light effect.
Built from places in the Wikivoyage guide to Rochester (CC BY-SA 4.0), with open map data from OpenStreetMap contributors (ODbL).