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.
BMO Harris Bank Center
Catch an event at BMO Harris Bank Center during your trip to Rockford.
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.
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
Wish there were smaller portions and a few more options at restaurants.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Rockford
Facility was average. Fire alarm went off twice in the night but was told it was a glitch.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG
I stay 2-3 nights every week for work I have stayed at a lot of the hotels in that area Great food at scoreboard bar and grill Great staff at the hotel
Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026

Riverview Inn & Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Everything was great
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Rockford
Pool was cold.
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026

Econo Lodge Rockford Casino Area
All was nearby but there was no service room
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
