Monroe Village Travel Guide
Rochester
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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 great live music.
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 Monroe Village
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
"stay somewhere else"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
"Parking staff"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
"First room bathroom was a little dirty. But I was quickly switched to another that was very clean. Great customer service"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Wyndham Rochester Downtown
"Breakfast was fine. The AC wasn't working and several parts of the building/property were not very clean."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Studio 6 Corporate Extended Stay Rochester Henrietta NY
"The photo of the hotel on the Internet is an old photo and nothing like the actual building. The Manager had no idea as to how to register me. The building is more than twenty years old and looks that way. TV remote didn't work, trash not picked up for several days, dryer didn't work so no clean ..."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Rochester - Marketplace by IHG
"Excellent staff at every interaction. Excellent breakfast. The man running the breakfast is very welcoming and kind. There’s bacon every morning. The hotel is near many restaurants. Clean up to date hotel in a very convenient location. We will stay here again the next time we visit Rochester."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Monroe Village
Swillburg
While Swillburg may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Highland Park and Park Avenue.
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.
Park Avenue Historic District
While Park Avenue Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
