Brighton Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Corbett's Glen Nature Park
Explore the great outdoors at Corbett's Glen Nature Park, a lovely green space in Rochester. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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.
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.
Our pick of the best Brighton Hotel Deals
Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area
Had to switch rooms because there was hair and grime in the tub. Giant wet spot on the first floor just outside the room we got moved into. Not the best but not the worst either. May not book again though.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Our room smelled very bad of cigarette smoke. They came in with a can of Lysol and sprayed. That’s doesn’t take the smell away
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY
Truly enjoyed me stay. I would recommend.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Brighton
Parking was easy. Maintenance and upkeep was not timely. Breakfast options were standard fare.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Oakfield Inn & Suites Rochester, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Check in clerk was outstanding. Professional
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hotel on Monroe, BW Signature Collection
Room was clean ansquiet
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
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.
Highland Park
If you're spending some time in Highland Park, Frederick Douglass Statue and Highland Park are top sights worth seeing.
Strong
While Strong isn't home to many top sights, Genesee Valley Park and Frederick Douglass Statue 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.
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.
