Rochester Central Business District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Rochester Central Business District
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Blue Cross Arena
Catch an event at Blue Cross Arena during your trip to Rochester. Experience the area's great live music and entertainment choices.
Eastman School of Music
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Eastman School of Music during your travels in Rochester. Experience the area's great live music or attend a sporting event.
Our pick of the best Rochester Central Business District Hotel Deals
Hyatt Regency Rochester
Clean room, staff
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Inn on Broadway
Breakfast poor choice
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, NY
The lady at the front desk was absolute incredible! She was warm and inviting and seemed enthusiastic to help the guests.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Wyndham Rochester Downtown
Couldn't believe it, restaurant was not open no breakfast , For the price, i expected better
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Rochester Riverside Hotel
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Great
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Rochester Central Business District
Downtown Rochester
Live music, theatres and museums highlight some of the noteworthy features of Downtown Rochester. Make a stop by Blue Cross Arena or Genesee River while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Corn Hill
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Corn Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Blue Cross Arena and Genesee River.
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.
Monroe Village
Monroe Village might not have many top sights, but Strong and Manhattan Square Park and Ice Rink are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
