Highland Park
Rochester





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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 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.

Frederick Douglass Statue
Make an essential stop in your historical tour of the city at this monumental tribute to Rochester’s famous anti-slavery and civil rights advocate.

Mount Hope Cemetery
The final resting place of some of Rochester’s most famous residents is also one of the city’s most beautiful parks, marked by a deep serenity and arresting vistas.

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.
Things to do

1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
Top hotels in Highland Park

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Clean and spacious room. Welcoming staff and great lunch menu.
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Great stay. Room clean, especially liked the bathroom...very classy!
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
staff
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester/Victor
The first room was too hot from a faulty thermostat, but they were able to get me another room without issue. The 2nd room had a good amount of wear and tear. Some of the furniture is dated as well. Overall, the stay was clean and a good value for the price.
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Rochester Downtown
Very new, modern and clean.
Reviewed on Feb 1, 2026

DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
Beautiful facility, great staff, clean and comfortable room
Reviewed on Feb 4, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highland Park

South Wedge
South Wedge might not have many top sights, but Strong and Blue Cross Arena are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Strong
When in Strong, you can plan a visit to Genesee Valley Park and Highland Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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.

Downtown Rochester
Live music, theaters, 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 neighborhood.

Upper Monroe
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Upper Monroe and surrounding area, you can visit Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum.

Rochester Central Business District
If you're spending some time in Rochester Central Business District, Genesee River and Blue Cross Arena are top sights worth seeing.
