19th Ward Travel Guide
Rochester
Popular places to visit
University of Rochester
Explore the campus of University of Rochester during your travels in Rochester. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Strong
Even the most museum-hating children may not want to leave this enormous complex, featuring an arcade, a butterfly museum and a toy hall of fame.
Rochester Museum and Science Center
Fossils, a climbing wall, a planetarium and more fill this extensive museum, which is especially renowned for its kid-friendly Inventor Center.
Highland Park
Full of interesting plants as well as numerous memorials and architectural features, this Olmsted-designed arboretum is one of Rochester’s most-photographed areas.
Ontario Beach Park
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ontario Beach Park might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rochester.
George Eastman Museum
Once owned by the founder of Kodak, this opulent mansion features a huge collection of early photography equipment, interesting architecture and beautiful gardens.
Top hotels in 19th Ward
Staybridge Suites Rochester University by IHG
Breakfast buffet was fresh and tasty. Hot coffee was available at all hours. Parking was easy. Location is convenient to multiple universities. Room 101 ( where we stayed ) was roomy, but the main bed is against a wall with a mechanical room on the other side that hummed all night.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
We were greeted by James at the front desk, who was beyond pleasant! Thank you, James! The room was clean, but in need of repairs. The HVAC unit was making noises all night which make it hard to sleep. All in all, we had a good stay.
Reviewed on 2 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
The hotel was updated and clean and the staff were very nice, friendly and helpful. I enjoyed the really nice gym. It had everything I could have wanted. I dined in the bar/restaurant. The service was attentive, but the food took a long time. The manager discounted my meal as a result, which I ...
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Victor
Amazing all around! Rooms were big and clean! Staff was friendly!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
Friendly staff
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Terrible service... Terrible attitude... Front desk lady ( she didn't give me her name) super extra nasty. Manager name Angel is no help. I was kicked out of the hotel after staying there for 2 days and booking an extra shirt night because I came downstairs to sign the paperwork at 11:20 a.m. instead ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around 19th Ward
Highland Park
If you're spending some time in Highland Park, Frederick Douglass Statue and Highland Park are top sights worth seeing.
Strong
While Strong isn't home to many top sights, Genesee Valley Park and Frederick Douglass Statue are some notable places to visit nearby.
South Wedge
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in South Wedge and surrounding area, you can visit Strong and Blue Cross Arena.
Downtown Rochester
Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Genesee River while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Rochester Central Business District
While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Rochester Riverside Convention Center and Genesee River.
Monroe Village
Monroe Village might not have many top sights, but Strong and Rochester Museum and Science Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
