Upper Monroe
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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.

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.

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.

Ontario Beach Park
If a restful vacation is part of your travel plans, Ontario Beach Park might be the perfect place to seek out during your trip to Rochester.

Seneca Park Zoo
Why not visit the native and exotic animals who live at Seneca Park Zoo during your trip to Rochester? Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
Things to do

1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
Top hotels in Upper Monroe

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Our room had a weird smell, the shower leaked and there was no hot water the last morning.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
The room is what we expected loved the bathroom And the room Was clean and the service was exceptional
Reviewed on Apr 26, 2026

Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Rochester - Marketplace by IHG
The hotel was a great property in a great part of town. Front desk staff were very friendly, they gave me a late check out without any problems.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Wyndham Rochester Downtown
Room was dirty. My room didn’t have a refrigerator, phone, microwave, hairdryer, soap, or shampoo. The staff member I dealt with was less than helpful and rude. I would not recommend staying here to anybody. Ever.
Reviewed on May 8, 2026

Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
Breakfast was Okay.
Reviewed on May 9, 2026

Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
Always a great experience
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Upper Monroe

Park Avenue Historic District
While there might not be top attractions in Park Avenue Historic District, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum.

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.

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.

Brighton
You'll enjoy the museums and art galleries in Brighton. You might want to make time for a stop at Highland Park or Tim Hortons Iceplex.
