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Rent cars in Rochester, NY

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Run wild in Rochester

Located on the shores of a great lake, Rochester is also close to the Finger Lakes and several waterfalls. In town, you’ll find colonial-style houses and historically significant buildings, plus fine dining and fun attractions.

Catch a ball game at Frontier Field, hit up one of the city’s renowned museums, ride the oldest roller coaster in America, or simply stroll through beautiful Highland Park and spend a few minutes meditating in Mount Hope Cemetery. Rochester has everything.

Rochester favorites

History and play intersect by the lake in Rochester.

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Seabreeze Amusement Park

This summer amusement park is a fun blast from the past. The Jack Rabbit, its most famous ride, is the oldest continually operating roller coaster in the country. 100 years later, it’s still giving thrill-seekers a great time.

Susan B. Anthony House

Famous suffragette and women’s rights activist Susan B. Anthony lived in Rochester for 40 years. At her home on Madison Street, now a museum, you can learn more about her life and work. See the front parlor where she was arrested in 1872, and don’t miss the visitor center next door.

The Strong National Museum of Play

Take the option to indulge your inner child. Dedicated to “the history and exploration of play,” the Strong is an interactive museum that’s home to the National Toy Hall of Fame, the World Video Game Hall of Fame, and the largest collection of historical toys and games in the world.

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Hit the road

If you have time for a road trip outside of Rochester, there’s plenty to explore. Niagara Falls is a gorgeous region full of wineries, outdoor trails, and, of course, a famous waterfall. The history-rich area around Rochester also boasts museums and important sites ready for you to explore — from nearby Buffalo to Ithaca or Seneca Falls.

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Niagara Falls

Niagara Falls is about an hour and a half away. With options for hiking, boating, dining, and wining, you can easily spend a full day in the area. But at minimum, you should stop for a sight of the three thundering falls that separate New York from Canada, collectively known as Niagara Falls.

Chimney Bluffs

Another natural wonder not far from Rochester is Chimney Bluffs, a rugged state park with towering clay cliffs. Four miles worth of hiking trails provide stunning glimpses of the cliffs and beautiful views of Lake Ontario.

Seneca Falls

A visit to the Susan B. Anthony House wouldn’t be complete without a follow-up trip to nearby Seneca Falls: where the women’s rights movement began in 1848. Visit the national historical park, which includes four properties and a visitor’s center, then stop by the National Women’s Hall of Fame.

Recent reviews

Jillian D.
BMW 4 Series 2018

We would 100% recommend Jon for anyone else needing to rent a car in Rochester

Jillian D.
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Ashley W.
Dodge Challenger 2016

It’s a great car to get from point A to B in Rochester!

Ashley W.
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Amy T.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2019

Beautiful car that was thoughtfully prepped for me.

Amy T.
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AJ B.
BMW 4 Series 2018

Good communication, great car, excellent first experience with Turo.

AJ B.
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Lela S.
Chevrolet Sonic 2013

The car was great!

Lela S.
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Vance L.
Kia K5 2023

Car was immaculate and everything from pick up to drop off was easy!

Vance L.
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Mumina A.
Mercedes-benz C-Class 2019

Easy pickup and drop off, I would definitely recommend Shantah to any of my friends and family that are visiting Rochester!

Mumina A.
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Rebecca B.
Hyundai Sonata 2013

The car was exactly what I needed - a very smooth ride from Rochester to Buffalo and back again.

Rebecca B.
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Brenda B.
FIAT 500c 2013

This car was so cute and fun… satellite radio was a bonus !

Brenda B.
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Bradley R.
BMW 4 Series 2018

He made our trip a breeze and was a great host and communicator.

Bradley R.
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Samantha B.
Chevrolet Cruze 2016

Car was immaculate!

Samantha B.
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Alexandrea M.
Chevrolet Cruze 2013

Clearly people arent taking into consideration that Edmon has the lowest priced car located in rochester.

Alexandrea M.
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Rebecca B.
Dodge Challenger 2016

I had never even heard of the Turo app until last Thursday, the night before I was scheduled to fly out to Rochester for a funeral.

Rebecca B.
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Boniface M.
Hyundai Sonata 2013

Very flexible on pickup, very reasonable price, and a great host overall.

Boniface M.
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Philip P.
Hyundai Sonata 2011

Affordable, reliable, and gas efficient car for a great price.

Philip P.
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Clayton S.
Hyundai Elantra 2017

So much easier than “normal” car rental!

Clayton S.
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Ron M.
Hyundai Elantra 2017

Highly recommended very professional and easy to deal with.

Ron M.
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Nylah W.
Hyundai Sonata 2013

Trip was great!!

Nylah W.
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BeRana D.
Ford Fusion 2012

Host was friendly, car was clean and drove great.

BeRana D.
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Alicia R.
Kia Optima 2015

The best car rental experience I’ve had.

Alicia R.
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Upstate C.
Kia K5 2023

Good communication & car drove perfect

Upstate C.
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Tessa B.
Kia Forte 2020

Great car!

Tessa B.
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Michael J.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2019

Shantah was super helpful and car was perfect!!

Michael J.
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Jacqueline Q.
Toyota Camry 2021

Car was clean and owner was patient!

Jacqueline Q.
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Aaron P.
FIAT 500c 2013

Great little car to tour around the Finger Lakes!

Aaron P.
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Joseph C.
Tesla Model 3 2019

He sat in the Tesla with me at the pickup time and gave me a run through on how the car works as this was my frost time driving a Tesla.

Joseph C.
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Connor M.
Kia K5 2023

Beautiful car with easy pick-up and drop-off options.

Connor M.
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Caryl F.
FIAT 500c 2013

Cute car!

Caryl F.
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Nivek T.
Kia Optima 2015

Clean car and easy to deal with

Nivek T.
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Jason R.
Chevrolet Cruze 2016

Much cheaper and easier than renting a car elsewhere!

Jason R.
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Tyra J.
Hyundai Elantra 2017

I loved this car, real smooth ride!

Tyra J.
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Joy S.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2019

Her car was very clean and comfortable.

Joy S.
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Anay P.
Dodge Challenger 2016

Would love to make future reservations for his car again.

Anay P.
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Ron L.
Chevrolet Cruze 2016

Great rental... very easy communication and pick up at the airport.

Ron L.
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Alwai Q.
Ford Mustang 2015

Best host ever, 10/10 recommend this car and this host for your turo reservations!

Alwai Q.
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Brian M.
Chevrolet Malibu 2023

Great trip.

Brian M.
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Gabriel C.
Mercedes-Benz C-Class 2019

The most wonderful host and a beautiful car helped me make beautiful and memorable trip

Gabriel C.
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Heather E.
Chevrolet Cruze 2016

Renting from Chris was easy and seamless. He was accommodating also very communicative. We will definitely be renting from Chris again.

Heather E.
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Alexander T.
Hyundai Sonata 2018

Absolutely amazing experience thank you so much for letting me book with you and have this wonderful experience

Alexander T.
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Desmond W.
Tesla Model 3 2019

Great host with great communication. Definitely will use again

Desmond W.
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Millie V.
Dodge Challenger 2016

This was my first time using Turo and I could not be happier with how Gamer interacted! Beautiful ride; clean and comfortable! Perfect for that wild weekend getaway! Five stars and I will def be using Turo moving forward! Thank you!

Millie V.
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Daniel H.
Tesla Model 3 2019

Amazing host. Smooth process.

Daniel H.
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Cory T.
Lexus ES 2019

Great host. Reliable Lexus hybrid very good gas mileage. Definitely would recommend his vehicle.

Cory T.
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Paul H.
Hyundai Sonata 2013

Alex was quick to respond when I had questions. His flexibility was helpful. Vehicle ran well. Overall a great experience.

Paul H.
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Nishant J.
Chevrolet Cruze 2013

One of the best car to drive with great mileage.

Nishant J.
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Jennifer R.
Chevrolet Cruze 2016

We had to extend our trip coming back and it was a very easy and simple process.

Jennifer R.
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John D.
Chevrolet Malibu 2023

Car was clean and new.

John D.
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Nadiah T.
Dodge Challenger 2016

The car drove on the road really smooth.

Nadiah T.
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Ian Daniel T.
BMW 4 Series 2018

The trip I had with Jon's BMW was easy, fun, and just great.

Ian Daniel T.
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Christina L.
Dodge Challenger 2016

Gamer G had great cars and customer service!

Christina L.
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Xinyu C.
Hyundai Sonata 2011

Best experience I've ever had!!!

Xinyu C.
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Darren B.
Kia Forte 2023

It was a great experience to rent from Moonlight Rentals LLC, would do so again.

Darren B.
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Dawne E.
Kia Forte 2023

This was the easiest rental ever!

Dawne E.
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Ryan C.
Hyundai Elantra 2022

Thanks for making it a great and easy trip!

Ryan C.
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Brianne E.
Hyundai Elantra 2017

Had some bumps but they were so helpful and very concerning which made me feel safe if I rent again it will definitely be with them

Brianne E.
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Darron B.
Hyundai Sonata 2011

Thanks for making a life-changing trip possible for me, Tray!

Darron B.
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Kimberly L.
Kia K5 2023

I loved this car!

Kimberly L.
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Andrew M.
Hyundai Elantra 2017

Nice car, helpful guy.

Andrew M.
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Best Rochester driving roads

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The Lake Ontario Seaway Trail

This 518-mile trail runs along Lake Erie, the Niagara River, Lake Ontario, and the St. Lawrence River. You won’t want to drive the whole thing, but take the Western or Eastern parts of the trail through Rochester and you’ll have your choice of views of lakes, rivers, charming towns, and historic sites.

Newell Road

Located amid the Finger Lakes in Yates County, Newell Road is a winding drive with beautiful scenery. Passing through Middlesex, you’ll encounter “spook hill,” where you can put your car in neutral and roll uphill. Locals blame it on the spirits who reside in the nearby burial ground.

Lake Avenue

Lake Avenue takes you from the heart of Rochester up to Ontario Beach Park, where you can revel in the beauty of Lake Ontario. From there, continue on Lake Ontario State Parkway for more rewarding lakeside views.

Frequently asked questions in Rochester

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