East Avenue Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit East Avenue
Popular places to visit
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.
George Eastman Museum
Once owned by the founder of Kodak, this opulent mansion features a huge collection of early photography equipment, interesting architecture and beautiful gardens.
Memorial Art Gallery
From Ancient Egypt to Jackson Pollock and beyond, this sizable university museum brings works of art from the last 5,000 years to downtown Rochester.
Asbury First United Methodist Church
With a long history and a beautiful American gothic style, this Rochester church is one of the most important and welcoming congregations in the 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.
Our pick of the best East Avenue Hotel Deals
The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa - DoubleTree by Hilton
I always love staying at Strathallan! The rooms are clean, the staff is friendly, and I’m obsessed with the views from Hattie’s. I stayed here for my birthday, and it was easy to access all the places we wanted to visit.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown
Great location. Close to the strong museum if you are planing to visit there.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Nice room and great customer service
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport
Towels weren't clean. Hopefully they'll be nice and clean next time.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Room was comfortable and clean. Bathroom looked like it was recently renovated.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
The stay was worth meeting Joe (the bearded lunch lady). Made sure I knew how to get a good cup of coffee and showed me how to use the yogurt machine!
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Avenue
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.
Neighborhood of the Arts
You'll enjoy the museums and live music in Neighborhood of the Arts. You might want to make time for a stop at Main Street Armory or Rochester Auditorium Theater.
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.
North Winton Village
North Winton Village might not have many top sights, but George Eastman Museum and Park Avenue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
