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Historic neighborhoods

Park Avenue, South Wedge, East End & Neighborhood of the Arts

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Neighborhood storefronts and cafes make Park Avenue a useful starting point for a relaxed afternoon. Independent cafes and shops south of downtown offer a different neighborhood visit. Plan around museum hours, galleries and the performance calendar. Respect private homes and businesses while exploring public streets.

Areas in this guide

Leave yourself a little room.

Pick a starting point and build from there. Confirm opening hours, access and reservations with the venue; this guide does not imply availability or an affiliation with the places mentioned.

Around Neighborhood of the Arts and South Wedge

Places in our Neighborhood of the Arts and South Wedge directory listings, ordered by how many Google reviews each has.

Restaurant & local dining

The Gate House

Restaurant & local dining · 274 N Goodman St

The Gate House is a restaurant located in the heart of Rochester's Neighborhood of the Arts, offering a laid-back atmosphere and great food made with fresh, high-quality ingredients. The restaurant supports local…

Restaurant & local dining

Ardor Park Artisanal Pizza

Restaurant & local dining · 117 Park Avenue

Ardor Park Artisanal Pizza in Rochester, New York, specifically in the Park Avenue area, serves artisanal wood-fired pizza and appetizers. The restaurant focuses on raw products that make great pizza, executing those…

Cultural stops in Rochester

Museums, galleries, theaters and landmarks from our directory, ordered by how many Google reviews each has. Check opening days before setting out.

Art & cultural place

ARTISANworks

Art & cultural place · 565 Blossom Rd # L

ARTISANworks in Rochester, New York, features a stunning collection of original art and event spaces for rent, making it an ideal location for weddings, corporate events, and other special occasions. The venue has a…

Art & cultural place

Flower City Arts Center

Art & cultural place · 713 Monroe Ave

Flower City Arts Center is a cultural place on Monroe Avenue.

Art & cultural place

George Eastman Museum

Art & cultural place · 900 East Avenue

George Eastman Museum is a cultural place on East Avenue.

Art & cultural place

Memorial Art Gallery

Art & cultural place · 500 University Ave

The Memorial Art Gallery showcases 7,000 years of human creativity through its comprehensive collection and dynamic exhibitions in Rochester, New York. Exhibitions have included works by Monet and contemporaries like…

Historic places in Rochester

National Register of Historic Places listings in the city, from Wikidata. Many are private property; view them from the street unless a site says it is open.

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