Rochester Central Business District Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
Blue Cross Arena
Catch an event at Blue Cross Arena during your trip to Rochester. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Rochester Riverside Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Rochester Riverside Convention Center during your trip to Rochester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Things to do
Self-Guided Rochester Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
Top hotels in Rochester Central Business District
Hyatt Regency Rochester
The room was super clean, I felt very good, I'll be back soon, this hotel is already my favorite
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Inn on Broadway
Check in was seamless. Our room was not as nice as our last stay, but functional and clean. All staff were pleasant and helpful. Shout out to the bartender in the upstairs lounge. Being able to grab a coffee and quick breakfast was appreciated. We will be back!
Reviewed on 20 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY
Yea
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Wyndham Rochester Downtown
Couldn't believe it, restaurant was not open no breakfast , For the price, i expected better
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Staff was kind & the hotel was extremely clean! The spa was luxurious & something I would definitely recommend to others.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Great
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
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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.
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.
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 Manhattan Square Park and Ice Rink are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
