Neighborhood of the Arts Travel Guide
Rochester
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Popular places to visit
Memorial Art Gallery
From Ancient Egypt to Jackson Pollock and beyond, this sizable university museum brings works of art from the last 5,000 years to downtown Rochester.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Neighborhood of the Arts
School 31 Lofts at Colors Studios
Very unique and cool looking place. I took a lot of photos in the halls of the decor. It’s cool. Room itself was very nice. Just note - the bathroom is not enclosed- no walls around toilet area or bathing area. I was alone so no big deal - but some might like to know the scenario. Very cool ...
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
The room was clean and comfortable queen bed with basic breakfast
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Breakfast wasn’t replenished until we alerted staff there wasn’t a person working in that area to anticipate the needs of travelers.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Very clean room, helpful friendly staff
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Wyndham Rochester Downtown
There wasn’t any breakfast
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Studio 6 Corporate Extended Stay Rochester Henrietta NY
We booked a reservation two weeks ago. We arrived at 4:00pm on May 14, 2026 and were told by the person manning the reception counter that there were no rooms available and our reservation would not be honored. There were multiple people loitering in the lobby and the desk person acted as if we were ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Neighborhood of the Arts
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.
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.
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.
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 Rochester Riverside Convention Center and Genesee River.
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.
