Brighton Travel Guide
Rochester
Popular places to visit
Corbett's Glen Nature Park
Explore the great outdoors at Corbett's Glen Nature Park, a lovely green space in Rochester. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this family-friendly area.
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 holiday is part of your travel plans, Ontario Beach Park might be the perfect place to visit during your trip to Rochester.
Top hotels in Brighton
Holiday Inn Express Rochester - University Area by IHG
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Spark by Hilton Rochester University Area
"Best staff ever, super friendly, I booked two rooms and without me even asking they booked me two rooms next door to each other. 24 hour fresh coffee available for free in the lobby with a mini store if you need to purchase anything in the middle of the night, everything was spotless and I mean spotless! ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Rochester-Pittsford/Brighton, NY
"Especially if you have a student that attends Nazareth University, the hotel is less 15 min from Rochester Airport and less than 10 min from campus. Many food places to eat. Gas station right across the street. Less than 5 min from Highway for other local things to do. Breakfast is the same but they ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Brighton
"Convenient location to University of Rochester"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Oakfield Hotel & Suites, Ascend Collection, Rochester-Pittsford NY
"Clean room and great staff!"
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Hotel on Monroe, BW Signature Collection
"Easy check-in, clean room, convenient parking and close to city center."
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Brighton
Upper Monroe
While Upper Monroe isn't home to many top sights, Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Highland Park
If you're spending some time in Highland Park, Frederick Douglass Statue and Highland Park are top sights worth seeing.
Strong
While Strong isn't home to many top sights, Genesee Valley Park and Frederick Douglass Statue are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
Park Avenue Historic District
While Park Avenue Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
