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 great live music.
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.
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.
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.
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
30-minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
Self-Guided Rochester Scavenger Hunt: Big Little Rochester
All Inclusive VIP Wine or Beer Tour in Hudson Valley
Top hotels in Highland Park
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Very relaxing
Reviewed on Oct 31, 2025
Best Western The Inn At Rochester Airport
Easy check in and comfortable clean room
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Comfortable room, good service
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
Everything was nice and quiet. Clean and fresh.
Reviewed on Nov 5, 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester Area
Yes
Reviewed on Nov 3, 2025
Microtel Inn & Suites by Wyndham Farmington
Great stay
Reviewed on Nov 4, 2025
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.
Corn Hill
Though Corn Hill might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Blue Cross Arena and Genesee River.
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.
19th Ward
While there might not be top attractions in 19th Ward, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Innovative Field and Genesee Valley Park.
