Upper Monroe
Rochester
Visit Upper Monroe
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
Top hotels in Upper Monroe
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
yes i loved it i cant wait to come back
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
The room was so fresh and clean. It looks newly renovated. Good deal for the price!!!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Room was good. Breakfast
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
Great value for money. Greg was very friendly and efficient during check in - even though the room type we booked (a larger room) wasn’t available.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY
Clean room. Convenient location
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Victor
Staff was very nice!
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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 Rochester Museum and Science Center 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.
