Visit. Laugh. Play. Stay.
Come visit Rochester’s Neighborhood of Play® A world-class destination to live, work, dine, shop, and play.
Enjoy two floors—more than a city block long—of dynamic, interactive exhibit spaces and artifact displays at The Strong National Museum of Play, the heart of the Neighborhood of Play. Leap into the world of American comic book superheroes. Play your way through video game history. Stroll down Sesame Street. Shop in a mini Wegmans. And enjoy Dancing Wings Butterfly Garden, Upstate New York’s only year-round, indoor butterfly garden.
Learn about the history of play through the museum’s collection of toys, dolls, board games, video games, other electronic games, books, documents, and historical materials related to play—the most comprehensive collection in the world!
In 2023, a new, 90,000-square-foot museum wing dedicated to video game history and a new World Video Game Hall of Fame exhibit will be completed, offering additional highly interactive entertainment spaces.
Visit museumofplay.org to plan your visit and purchase tickets.
Living
Make yourself at home in the Neighborhood of Play! VIDA Apartments and Townhomes provides bright, inviting living spaces near family fun, nightlife, festivals, shops, and more. With 239 studios, one- and two- bedroom apartments, and townhomes available for lease in a variety of finishes—combined with amazing amenities—there are accessible spaces for anyone looking to call the Neighborhood of Play home.
Lease your new apartment or townhome today at https://vidarochester.com or call 585-400-VIDA (8432).
Shopping and Dining
Guests to the Neighborhood of Play will stroll along pedestrian-friendly and whimsical Adventure Place to enjoy a variety of family-friendly shops, restaurants, and nearby attractions. The neighborhood’s prime, new-build retail space across the street at VIDA gives commercial residents the opportunity to do business adjacent to The Strong museum, one of the city’s most popular destinations for out-of-town guests, in the heart of the Neighborhood of Play.
The neighborhood’s prime, new-build retail space gives commercial residents the opportunity to do business adjacent to The Strong museum, one of the city’s most popular destinations for out-of-town guests, in the heart of the Neighborhood of Play.
To learn how to bring your business to the neighborhood, visit https://vidarochester.com or contact Michael Trojian at MTrojian@KonarProperties.com.
Visiting
Book a stay in the Neighborhood of Play. The Hampton Inn and Suites by Hilton offers playful accommodations and generous, contemporary indoor and outdoor social spaces steps from The Strong National Museum of Play, retail shops, and dining options. Whether visiting the area for business or for leisure, guests will enjoy a whimsical indoor swimming pool, fitness center, and a lounge to enjoy a snack, afternoon cocktails, or a nightcap. Wi-Fi is available throughout the property with charging stations and workspace for easy connectivity. The hotel offers the robust Hilton Honors rewards program, daily hot breakfast, and signature friendly service with every stay.
Parking
Parking is easy in the Neighborhood of Play! A completed, five-story covered garage offers nearly 1,000 spaces for guests of the museum, hotel, retail shops, and restaurants.
Contact Us.
For more information about the Neighborhood of Play, email info@neighborhoodofplay.org. Media inquiries may be directed to Shane Rhinewald at srhinewald@museumofplay.org.