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 entertainment choices.
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.
Brighton High School
Enjoy the student vibe at Brighton High School during your stay in Rochester. Experience the area's art scene and museums.
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.
Things to do
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
Top hotels in Brighton
Hotel on Monroe, BW Signature Collection
Clean, pet friendly room.
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Everything was very good
Reviewed on 6 Nov 2025
Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport
Na
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Parking was easy and staff are very nice.
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
The stay was worth meeting Joe (the bearded lunch lady). Made sure I knew how to get a good cup of coffee and showed me how to use the yogurt machine!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Farmington
Front Desk - Samantha, was AMAZING to work with. After having a long day trip, a horrible hotel experience. She was able to get us into a room, and make sure there was a crib available. She provided us some food recommendations, and made sure our stay was amazing. Hotel was fantastic for price, very ...
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Brighton
Upper Monroe
While Upper Monroe isn't home to many top sights, Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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.
Highland Park
If you're spending some time in Highland Park, Highland Park and Frederick Douglass Statue are top sights worth seeing.
