Park Avenue Historic District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Park Avenue Historic District
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.
Genesee River's High Falls
Rochester’s primary waterfall is a gateway to both the beautiful nature of the Genesee River and the history of the industries that have marked it.
Our pick of the best Park Avenue Historic District Hotel Deals
Dartmouth House Inn
Very charming and welcoming place. The attention to details is amazing. The hosts are very nice and thoughtful.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Room was not cleaned, I had to ask for fresh towels, there was no hand soap, and the shade was broken so I was in perpetual darkness. Also I asked for an extra comforter and they said they did not have any!! Not a do over.
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
Studio 6 Corporate Extended Stay Rochester Henrietta NY
When I arrived the front desk was closed and a woman and what appeared to be her family was sitting in the lobby. She had a list in her hands and told me I could not check in because her system was down and I would have to go somewhere else. There was no attempt to recommend other services in the ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Park Avenue Historic District
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
