Neighborhood of the Arts
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 great live music.
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.
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.
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.
Genesee River's High Falls
Rochester’s primary waterfall is a gateway to both the beautiful nature of the Genesee River and the history of the industries that have marked it.
Things to do
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
Top hotels in Neighborhood of the Arts
School 31 Lofts at Colors Studios
"This is an eccentric place! An old school building, with a number of the old classrooms converted into hotel rooms. Nice, quirky, cool. Huge windows, extremely high ceilings. Location can't be beat. There is other stuff happening in this building (or that might happen, or that once of it happened. ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
"I checked in around 8:00pm and was told "I don't know if you want to stay here - we don't have any hot water". He did not have any information regarding when the hot water would be available. I asked if he could change me to another hotel, and he said there weren't any rooms nearby. He did give me ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
"Bien"
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2026
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
"Liked all"
Reviewed on 22 Jun 2026
Studio 6 Corporate Extended Stay Rochester Henrietta NY
"If I could give 0 or negative stars I would given my recent experience here. Upon my arrival, I was informed that all reservations were cancelled for the weekend and I should have received an email about it. This was not the case, and the front desk attendant was not helpful. She kept calling the ..."
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
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Where to stay in Neighborhood of the Arts
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.
Irondequoit
While visiting Irondequoit, you might make a stop by sights like Durand Eastman Park and Seabreeze Amusement Park.
Brighton
You'll enjoy the museums and art galleries in Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at Highland Park or Tim Hortons Iceplex.
Rochester Central Business District
While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Rochester Riverside Convention Center and Genesee River.
Charlotte
While visiting Charlotte, you might make a stop by sights like Ontario Beach Park and Genesee River.
