Neighborhood of the Arts Travel Guide
Rochester
Visit Neighborhood of the Arts
Popular places to visit
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.
University of Rochester
Explore the campus of University of Rochester during your travels in Rochester. Stroll along the area's riverfront or experience its entertainment choices.
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.
Main Street Armory
You can make plans for a show at Main Street Armory during your stay in Rochester. Discover the top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Neighborhood of the Arts
School 31 Lofts at Colors Studios
It was difficult to figure out how to get into the building on arrival as I did not receive the text with the code. My micro loft did not have the deep soaking tub shown in the picture. It was an old claw foot tub with shower overhanging. Lots of stairs to get the second floor from the ground floor. ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
Friendly st
Reviewed on 20 Jan 2026
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
It was a nice place to sleep and stay a few days
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Rochester
It was nice and quiet
Reviewed on 21 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus Victor Inn & Suites
Room was such, staff were courteous, and all was good. It's a nice facility to rest up for next day's schedule. I'd recommend without reservation.
Reviewed on 23 Jan 2026
Hampton Inn Rochester-Greece
Room was spectacular!!! Only problem is Hotel needs to specify there's a extra $150 temporary hold on credit card
Reviewed on 18 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Neighborhood of the Arts
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.
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.
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.
Rochester Central Business District
While visiting Rochester Central Business District, you might make a stop by sights like Genesee River and Blue Cross Arena.
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.
