East Avenue Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

Asbury First United Methodist Church
With a long history and a beautiful American gothic style, this Rochester church is one of the most important and welcoming congregations in the area.

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.

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.
Things to do

Self-Guided Rochester Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
Top hotels in East Avenue

The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa - DoubleTree by Hilton
Amazing
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown
Unfortunately there was no free breakfast as advertised. The hotel was very nice
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Friendly st
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
It was a nice place to stay with a good breakfast. I did notice that we only had 2 towels for our group of 4 and we had no extra roll of toilet paper for a 2 night stay. When we ran out of our half roll we were given to begin with I had to go ask for another roll, which was a little embarrassing ...
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
It was nice and quiet
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Avenue

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.

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.

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.

Cobbs Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Cobbs Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum.

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.

North Winton Village
North Winton Village might not have many top sights, but George Eastman Museum and Park Avenue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

