Rochester Central Business District Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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 Rochester Central Business District
Wyndham Rochester Downtown
There are no amenities, not very welcoming environment, very run down, sad feeling, rooms are not well maintained and towels not available unless asked for. I don’t recommend this hotel to anyone!
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Rochester
This property has an ongoing issue with its front desk staff. I’ve been staying here for a few years and every time I checkin there are multiple issue from being told to wait as the individual acts busy addressing other issues to just downright rude behavior. After this last mess where I waited 15 ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown
The hotel and staff were wonderful! We planned a trip to The Strong Museum which is literally right next door. It was all by 1 minute walk, best location to visit this museum - specially with small children. The breakfast options were good and food was delicious, something for everyone.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY
Room was and was clean staff friendly
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Inn on Broadway
Perfect location, huge parking lot, very helpful stuff, great service, unique bar.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Our room still looked under construction!!! The shower leaked onto floor and when discovering how found mildew….. the floor of the room turned our socks or feet black from the dirty floor. Lose wires in the wall. Checked out a day early due to conditions of room and hotel. Was told I could not get ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Rochester Central Business District
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.
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.
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.
Marketview Heights
When in Marketview Heights, you can plan a visit to Main Street Armory and Rochester Auditorium Theater, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
East Avenue
Unique features of East Avenue include the museums and restaurants. Make a stop by Park Avenue or George Eastman Museum while you're exploring the area.
