East Avenue Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
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.
George Eastman Museum
Once owned by the founder of Kodak, this opulent mansion features a huge collection of early photography equipment, interesting architecture and beautiful gardens.
Memorial Art Gallery
From Ancient Egypt to Jackson Pollock and beyond, this sizable university museum brings works of art from the last 5,000 years to downtown Rochester.
Asbury First United Methodist Church
With a long history and a beautiful American gothic style, this Rochester church is one of the most important and welcoming congregations in the 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.
Things to do
30-minute Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
Top hotels in East Avenue
The Strathallan Rochester Hotel & Spa - DoubleTree by Hilton
We called the day prior inquiring about an early check in. Ryan said it was booked solid and they can't guarantee early check ins, but he would keep his fingers crossed and think positive thoughts for it to happen. We got in at noon and Ryan's positive vibes worked and he was so wonderful and got ...
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Courtyard by Marriott Rochester Downtown
Great location. Close to the strong museum if you are planing to visit there.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Nice spa
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
The walls were thin and I heard all of my neighbors talking. Overall it was a good stay.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Super 8 by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester Area
I gave this review as a returning customer. I was disappointed that there was no breakfast as advertised. The employee when asked about the change just stated there was an "incident" and that management stopped it, without further explanation. In my previous stay at the property, we found the breakfast ...
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
I’ve stayed here many times before and always had zero complaints but this time there was so much noise in the early mornings, including a dog barking extremely loudly either right outside our door or window at 6 AM. We could hear the people next-door showering I don’t know whether it was just the ...
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Avenue
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.
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.
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.
North Winton Village
North Winton Village might not have many top sights, but George Eastman Museum and Park Avenue are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
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.
