Downtown Rockford Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown Rockford
Popular places to visit
Anderson Japanese Gardens
Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.
Burpee Museum of Natural History
Explore four floors of natural history exhibits, including one of the best-preserved and most complete juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons in the world.
Rockford Art Museum
Changing exhibitions curated from a catalog that includes modern, contemporary and impressionist works celebrate the talents of some of the best Illinois artists.
Coronado Performing Arts Center
Take the family on an outing to Coronado Performing Arts Center during your trip to Rockford. Experience the area's entertainment venues and theatre scene.
BMO Harris Bank Center
Catch an event at BMO Harris Bank Center during your trip to Rockford.
Jefferson Street Bridge
You can learn about the history of Rockford with a trip to Jefferson Street Bridge. Take in the entertainment venues in this family-friendly area.
Our pick of the best Downtown Rockford Hotel Deals
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront
Loved this hotel! We stay in many hotels with traveling for volleyball and I was very pleased. The exposed brick in the room and the dining downstairs it was just perfect. Will be booking here again next time for sure. The only downfall we came across was the $300 incidental fee which was more than ...
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Rockford
Bathroom could use a bit of an update
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG
Clean
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Riverview Inn & Suites, an Ascend Collection Hotel
Was more than pleased with the accommodations. River view room with a lovely sunrise overlooking the Rock River. The breakfast on Monday March 9th was tasty and the dining room attendant was lovely- she mentioned she has working there for several years. This will definitely be our go-to for future ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Rockford
Clean room friendly staff and comfortable bed
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Econo Lodge Rockford Casino Area
Room was clean, but the floor was busted up. The heat wasn’t on so we came into a room that was 62. The security lock was misaligned and did not work.
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
