Downtown Rockford
Rockford
Visit Downtown Rockford
Popular places to visit
Anderson Japanese Gardens
Rockford’s iconic gardens may be in the heartland of America, but you’ll feel transported to Japan as you explore the winding paths, ponds and waterfalls.
Burpee Museum of Natural History
Explore four floors of natural history exhibits, including one of the best-preserved and most complete juvenile Tyrannosaurus rex skeletons in the world.
Rockford Art Museum
Changing exhibitions curated from a catalog that includes modern, contemporary and impressionist works celebrate the talents of some of the best Illinois artists.
Midway Village Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Midway Village Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Rockford. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this family-friendly area.
BMO Harris Bank Center
Catch an event at BMO Harris Bank Center during your trip to Rockford.
Coronado Performing Arts Center
You can enjoy a show at Coronado Performing Arts Center during your stay in Rockford. Experience the entertainment venues and theatre scene in this family-friendly area.
Top hotels in Downtown Rockford
Embassy Suites by Hilton Rockford Riverfront
Very courteous staff, clean rooms and common areas
Reviewed on 30 Dec, 2025
Baymont by Wyndham Rockford
Nicely dne
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Holiday Inn Rockford by IHG
No bar no breakfast
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Rockford
Excellent reception
Reviewed on 11 Dec, 2025
Econo Lodge
Overall I've had zero issues. Stayed here 3 times in the past 4 months. It's always been clean and had no issues. For my visits it fits perfect as it's about as cheap as any other hotels and I don't need fancy so it's perfect! They do have free breakfast but I have not tried it yet.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Rockford
Staff superb. Elevator broken. Breakfast average. Rooms good
Reviewed on 31 Dec, 2025
