Highland Park Travel Guide
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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.

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.

Frederick Douglass Statue
Make an essential stop in your historical tour of the city at this monumental tribute to Rochester’s famous anti-slavery and civil rights advocate.

Mount Hope Cemetery
The final resting place of some of Rochester’s most famous residents is also one of the city’s most beautiful parks, marked by a deep serenity and arresting vistas.

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.
Top hotels in Highland Park

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Clean and spacious room. Welcoming staff and great lunch menu.
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
staff
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Great stay. Room clean, especially liked the bathroom...very classy!
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
It was nice and quiet
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026

Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
very well maintained facility, very courteous staff, great breakfast
Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Inn on Broadway
Actually, due to the snowstorm in Rochester we’re staying one more night (at least). We’ve stayed here several times before and obviously love the place!
Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park

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.

Strong
While Strong isn't home to many top sights, Genesee Valley Park and Frederick Douglass Statue are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

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.

Upper Monroe
While Upper Monroe isn't home to many top sights, Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Rochester Central Business District
While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Genesee River and Blue Cross Arena.
