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.
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.
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
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
The room was spotless and very quiet
Reviewed on 16 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
Clean room and courteous staff. We always have a good experience here.
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
Beautiful facility, great staff, clean and comfortable room
Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026
Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
The room was very clean and the bed was comfortable. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. They went above and beyond. The breakfast was better than I expected and there was ample parking. The location was very convenient. An incredible value for the rate! Will stay there again
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY
Clean room. Convenient location
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Wedge
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.
Rochester Central Business District
While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Blue Cross Arena and Strong.
Highland Park
If you're spending some time in Highland Park, Highland Park and Frederick Douglass Statue 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.
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.
