Rochester Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Rochester

Find the best Rochester areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Downtown Rochester

Live music, theatres 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 neighbourhood.

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Corn Hill

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Corn Hill and surrounding area, you can visit Blue Cross Arena and Genesee River.

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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.

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Open Photo by Gary Tubiolo

Rochester Central Business District

While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Rochester Riverside Convention Center and Genesee River.

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Open Photo by Stephanie Garling

Highland Park

If you're spending some time in Highland Park, Frederick Douglass Statue and Highland Park are top sights worth seeing.

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

Woodcliff Hotel and Spa

4 out of 5
199 Woodcliff Dr Fairport NY
The price is 3.696.755 ₫ per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
3.696.755 ₫
4.637.835 ₫ total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Fairport. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester

2 out of 5
905 Lehigh Station Road Henrietta NY
The price is 1.688.902 ₫ per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
1.688.902 ₫
1.925.244 ₫ total
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Henrietta. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (979 reviews)
"The parking lot was well lit. That is the only nice thing I can say about this place. Too many bad things to list. I hope I can get the smoke smell out of my clothes. Spend a few dollars and stay somewhere else. It’s worth it."

Reviewed on 15 Aug 2026

Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
RIT Inn & Conference Center

RIT Inn & Conference Center

3.5 out of 5
5257 W Henrietta Rd West Henrietta NY
The price is 2.804.728 ₫ per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
2.804.728 ₫
3.197.390 ₫ total
23 Aug - 24 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in West Henrietta. Enjoy free parking, an outdoor pool and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
RIT Inn & Conference Center
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Placemakr Wall Street

Placemakr Wall Street

4 out of 5
110 Wall St New York NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 coffee shops/cafes and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,009 reviews)
"Amazing!"

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2026

Placemakr Wall Street
Radio City Apartments

Radio City Apartments

3.5 out of 5
142 West 49th Street New York NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
Radio City Apartments
31 Street Broadway Hotel

31 Street Broadway Hotel

2 out of 5
38 West 31st Street New York NY
Stay at this aparthotel in New York. Enjoy room service, Wi-Fi (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition ...
5.6/10 (1,222 reviews)
"Bad"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

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Stay near popular Rochester attractions

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University of Rochester

8.8/10 (1,027 reviews)
Explore the campus of University of Rochester during your travels in Rochester. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
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