Rochester Central Business District
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Blue Cross Arena
Catch an event at Blue Cross Arena during your trip to Rochester. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Eastman School of Music
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Eastman School of Music during your travels in Rochester. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Things to do
Top hotels in Rochester Central Business District
Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown
The staff was very courteous and the room was spotless!
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Rochester
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY
The room was a little small but accommodations were nice
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Inn on Broadway
Room was super cute, bed was comfortable and shower was amazing!
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Wyndham Rochester Downtown
The room didn’t exist!
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Rochester Riverside Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Rochester Central Business District
Downtown Rochester
Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Rochester Riverside Convention Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Highland Park
If you're spending some time in Highland Park, Highland Park and Frederick Douglass Statue are top sights worth seeing.
