South Wedge Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Wedge
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.
Ontario Beach Park
If a restful holiday is part of your travel plans, Ontario Beach Park might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rochester.
Genesee River's High Falls
Rochester’s primary waterfall is a gateway to both the beautiful nature of the Genesee River and the history of the industries that have marked it.
Activities
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
All Inclusive VIP Wine or Beer Tour in Hudson Valley
Our pick of the best South Wedge Hotel Deals
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
"I was in town helping my daughter move out of her dorm room at RIT. This was close to the school and convenient."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
"The pool was not working and my kids disappointed"
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Wyndham Rochester Downtown
"Extremely disappointing stay. Not worth the money. No. My first room was dirty and not ready even hours after I reported it. There is no functioning AC in the building at all, and I was told to “crack the window” if I got hot. I was never informed there was no AC prior to booking or upon arrival. ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Studio 6 Corporate Extended Stay Rochester Henrietta NY
"Made a 3-night reservation using Expedia. When arrive to the property to checking there a sing on the door said were sold out. Their front desk was staff there a number to call after dialing the number several times someone answer, inform her that I had a reservation and I need to be checking she ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Rochester - Marketplace by IHG
"The only comply we had was there were many items missing on the breakfast buffet line. They seemed short staffed and also just didn’t have the food available. Room was clean. Bed comfortable and the pool was refreshing. Would stay again."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Wedge
Corn Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Corn Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Blue Cross Arena and Genesee River.
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 Genesee River while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Rochester Central Business District
While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Rochester Riverside Convention Center and Genesee River.
Highland Park
If you're spending some time in Highland Park, Frederick Douglass Statue and Highland Park are top sights worth seeing.
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.
