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 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.
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.
Main Street Armory
You can make plans for a show at Main Street Armory during your stay in Rochester. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this family-friendly area.
Things to do
Self-Guided Rochester Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
Top hotels in Neighborhood of the Arts
School 31 Lofts at Colors Studios
Non-traditional but pretty good. No elevator, steps inside the room. Very cool design. Fun place to spend the night. Jacuzzi tub and modern shower panel in room.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Everything was very good
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport
Na
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Parking was easy and staff are very nice.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
Beautiful room. Spacious and comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Farmington
Yes
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
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.
Rochester Central Business District
While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Genesee River 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.
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.
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.
