Highland Park Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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.
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.
Frederick Douglass Statue
Make an essential stop in your historical tour of the city at this monumental tribute to Rochester’s famous anti-slavery and civil rights advocate.
Mount Hope Cemetery
The final resting place of some of Rochester’s most famous residents is also one of the city’s most beautiful parks, marked by a deep serenity and arresting vistas.
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.
Activities
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
All Inclusive VIP Wine or Beer Tour in Hudson Valley
Our pick of the best Highland Park Hotel Deals
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Everyone from the front desk all the way down to the cleaning services was amazing. I enjoyed the bar. The bartender was very personable and had an amazing personality and massage was done by Anna. She did an excellent job. Best massage in my life. And everyone seen genuinely happy to work there. ...
Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
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Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Clean room and courteous staff. We always have a good experience here.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY
The room was clean and comfortable. The hotel is in a busy retail area which is good if you need a store for anything. The free 24 hour snacks and included breakfast make this hotel a great value. I will definitely stay here again if I find myself in the Rochester area again.
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
Staff was amazing and friendly. Room needed work as the light over the sink didn't work and the toilet seat was the wrong size for the toilet, miscellaneous things. Otherwise a great location and a good, comfortable, quiet stay.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Victor
The first room was too hot from a faulty thermostat, but they were able to get me another room without issue. The 2nd room had a good amount of wear and tear. Some of the furniture is dated as well. Overall, the stay was clean and a good value for the price.
Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park
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.
Strong
While Strong isn't home to many top sights, Genesee Valley Park and Highland Park 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.
Downtown Rochester
Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Strong while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Rochester Central Business District
While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Blue Cross Arena and Strong.
