Downtown Rockford
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Visit Downtown Rockford
Popular places to visit

Anderson Japanese Gardens
Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.

Rockford Art Museum
Changing exhibitions curated from a catalog that includes modern, contemporary and impressionist works celebrate the talents of some of the best Illinois artists.

Burpee Museum of Natural History
Explore four floors of natural history exhibits, including one of the best-preserved and most complete juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons in the world.
Coronado Performing Arts Center
Take the family on an outing to Coronado Performing Arts Center during your trip to Rockford. Experience the area's entertainment venues and theatre scene.
BMO Harris Bank Center
Catch an event at BMO Harris Bank Center during your trip to Rockford.
Jefferson Street Bridge
You can learn about the history of Rockford with a trip to Jefferson Street Bridge. Take in the entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Rockford

Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront
Everything was great!
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Rockford
bathroom very small!
Reviewed on 9 May 2026

Riverview Inn & Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel
The riverview suite was really nice, there were just some minor stains on some of the furniture. The staff were really helpful and friendly, they just seemed overworked and understaffed. It turns out there was some highschool sports team staying there at the same time, and so the breakfast in the ...
Reviewed on 10 May 2026

Extended Stay America Suites Rockford I90
The room is clean and the staff is friendly.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG
Was overall satisfied, but had an issue with the complementary breakfast that came with the reservation. The issue was resolved, and we moved on.
Reviewed on 7 May 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Rockford
Nice stay
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
