Upper Monroe Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Upper Monroe
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.
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.
Seneca Park Zoo
Why not see the exotic and native animals who live at Seneca Park Zoo during your holiday in Rochester? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
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.
Activities
30-minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
Our pick of the best Upper Monroe Hotel Deals
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Nice spa
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
The walls were thin and I heard all of my neighbors talking. Overall it was a good stay.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester Area
The room is spacious and clean. The site advertised free breakfast but there was no breakfast served.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
Staff were nice and helpful. Hotel could use some TLC especially in the common area. Elevator is broken but hard to avoid since stairs are only at the ends of the building.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
It was ok for a quick stay
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport
Cool place
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Monroe
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.
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.
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.
Brighton
Brighton is well liked for its museums and art galleries. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Highland Park and Park Avenue are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
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.
