Highland Park, NY
Rochester
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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.
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.
Frederick Douglass Statue
Make an essential stop in your historical tour of the city at this monumental tribute to Rochester’s famous anti-slavery and civil rights advocate.
Mount Hope Cemetery
The final resting place of some of Rochester’s most famous residents is also one of the city’s most beautiful parks, marked by a deep serenity and arresting vistas.
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.
Things to do
1-Hour Walk-In Axe Throwing Experience Rochester
Highland Park Hotel Deals
Baymont by Wyndham Henrietta/Rochester
Great
Reviewed on Dec 18, 2025
Woodcliff Hotel and Spa
We love going there but the rooms need updating. The TV was broken and we called the front desk and no one came. The Spa was Fabulous. We had pedicures and massages. So relaxing. We do love going there a couple times a year.
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Best Western Rochester Marketplace Inn
Staff was great. Rooms were nice and clean..the breakfast was a great way to start your day.I stay here often
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Hampton Inn Rochester-Greece
Room was very clean, large and compy. Staff was very kind, accommodating, helpful and knowledgeable. Hot breakfast was an added plus.
Reviewed on Dec 26, 2025
RIT Inn & Conference Center
Staff and clean room
Reviewed on Dec 24, 2025
Hyatt Regency Rochester
Clean room, staff
Reviewed on Dec 22, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Highland Park
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.
Strong
When in Strong, you can plan a visit to Genesee Valley Park and Highland Park, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Monroe Village
Monroe Village might not have many top sights, but Strong and Manhattan Square Park and Ice Rink are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Downtown Rochester
Economic center with an urban setting, Downtown Rochester offers a variety of shops, bars, and restaurants. Enjoy the Mary Jemison Boat Tour on Genesee River or explore attractions like Strong National Museum of Play and High Falls.
Upper Monroe
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Upper Monroe and surrounding area, you can visit Park Avenue and George Eastman Museum.
Rochester Central Business District
If you're spending some time in Rochester Central Business District, Genesee River and Blue Cross Arena are top sights worth seeing.
