Rochester Central Business District Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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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.

Strong
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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 great live music.

University of Rochester
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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.

Highland Park
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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.

Rochester Museum and Science Center
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Seneca Park Zoo

Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Seneca Park Zoo during your holiday in Rochester? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.

Seneca Park Zoo
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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.

Ontario Beach Park

Top hotels in Rochester Central Business District

Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport
Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport
2.5 out of 5
395 Buell Road, Rochester, NY
The price is ₹8,354 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹8,354
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Everything is good except for we dont have a microwave in our room and there is only one in the hall"

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport
Hyatt Regency Rochester
Hyatt Regency Rochester
3.5 out of 5
125 East Main Street, Rochester, NY
The price is ₹11,193 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
₹11,193
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (976 reviews)
"Hospitality was great!!!"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Hyatt Regency Rochester
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY
3 out of 5
155 E Main St, Rochester, NY
The price is ₹13,692 per night from 9 Jun to 10 Jun
₹13,692
per night
9 Jun - 10 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (638 reviews)
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"While the property is well situated downtown (great restaurant options in the neighborhood, and close to the highways), the parkade is undergoing construction and super confusion on it's own - the construction just makes it even more confusing! The hotel is good; however, if you're sensitive to scents, ..."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY
Inn on Broadway
Inn on Broadway
3.5 out of 5
26 Broadway, Rochester, NY
The price is ₹11,771 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
₹11,771
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (488 reviews)
"The only problem with the property was that the television was not working. When I went to explain this to the front desk, they said they would fix it. I was gone for four hours and came back and it was never fixed."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Inn on Broadway
Holiday Inn Rochester NY - Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Holiday Inn Rochester NY - Downtown, an IHG Hotel
3 out of 5
70 State St, Rochester, NY
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
6.4/10 (1,001 reviews)
"Really nice staff, clean rooms nice service but make sure you grab snacks and drinks before you get there because prices on drinks and chip are ridiculous overpriced"

Reviewed on 31 May 2024

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Holiday Inn Rochester NY - Downtown, an IHG Hotel
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
4 out of 5
199 Woodcliff Dr, Fairport, NY
The price is ₹14,949 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
₹14,949
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
Stay at this spa hotel in Fairport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free valet parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"We stayed for an overnight to celebrate our anniversary. 13 years ago we had our wedding reception at the Woodcliffe and wanted to return. Everything was very clean and the check in process was quick and easy!"

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
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Other neighbourhoods around Rochester Central Business District

Genesee River\'s High Falls showing a city and street scenes as well as a couple

Downtown Rochester

3/5(6 area reviews)

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.

Downtown Rochester
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Corn Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Corn Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Blue Cross Arena and Genesee River.

Corn Hill
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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.

South Wedge
Memorial Art Gallery featuring heritage elements, interior views and art

Neighborhood of the Arts

You'll enjoy the museums and live music in Neighborhood of the Arts. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street Armory or Rochester Auditorium Theater.

Neighborhood of the Arts
Memorial Art Gallery which includes night scenes

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.

East Avenue
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Brighton

Brighton is well liked for its museums and art galleries. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Highland Park and Park Avenue are some interesting sights nearby to check out.

Brighton

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