East Avenue Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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 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.
Our pick of the best East Avenue Hotel Deals
The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa, Tapestry by Hilton
Great restaurant and bars.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown
Staff were courteous and helpful across the board. Our room was clean, beds were comfortable. Would definitely return
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
It was ok. Could have been alot better. I would not choose this place if i had a longer stay
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
The site is wonderful. The lobby is very nice. The breakfast was terrific. The room was neat, clean and the bed was very comfortable.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Wyndham Rochester Downtown
I believe the staff is well intentioned but they are under-staffed. I was there 3 nights. No one ever came in to clean/check my room. I didn't need anyone to make my bed and I'm ok with the same towels for 3 days but I had to go looking for toilet paper and never got my coffee pods replaced with ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
