Upper Monroe
Rochester
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Rochester Institute of Technology
Explore the campus of Rochester Institute of Technology during your trip to Rochester. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
Strong Memorial Hospital
If Strong Memorial Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.
Things to do
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
Top hotels in Upper Monroe
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
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
Clean room. Very friendly staff. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
RIT Inn & Conference Center
Staff and clean room
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Hampton Inn Rochester-Greece
Everything perfect for a night check in and out was simple and easy
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
Best Western Marketplace is always my go to when I visit Rochester. As always, the room was clean and comfortable. The staff are always nice and helpful.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Monroe
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.
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.
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.
Cobbs Hill
While there might not be top attractions in Cobbs Hill, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum.
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.
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.
