Upper Monroe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Monroe
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Amazing Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
All Inclusive VIP Wine or Beer Tour in Hudson Valley
Our pick of the best Upper Monroe Hotel Deals
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Grounds are awesome, nice views & staff!
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
The staff at the Double Tree makes you feel right at home all the while making you feel like your a VIP. They have everything you need in the hotel if you dont want to leave but are also in a primary location where there are many things to do and eat. They made my sons birthday weekend super special ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
Clean hotel. Near a lot of stores and restaurants.
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Victor
Another guests 2 dogs kept barking at all families they saw
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
Guest service was wonderful, breakfast was varied, hot and stocked. Front desk was attendant was great. Property and rooms were clean and fresh.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Extended Stay America Suites Rochester Greece
We were given a room with a dirty disgusting fridge we wouldn’t want to put anything there we had no dishes the sheets were dirty we had to ask them to change them
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Monroe
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Brighton
You'll enjoy the museums and art galleries in Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at Highland Park or Tim Hortons Iceplex.
