Historic Southwest Travel Guide

Rochester
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Popular places to visit

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Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial

You can learn about the history of Rochester when you stop by Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
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Mayo Clinic

If Mayo Clinic is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.

Mayo Clinic
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Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus

If Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.

Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
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Mayo Civic Center

Catch an event at Mayo Civic Center during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Mayo Civic Center
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Apache Mall

During your visit to Rochester, you can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Apache Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Apache Mall
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Olmsted County Fairgrounds

Take the family on an outing to Olmsted County Fairgrounds during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Olmsted County Fairgrounds

Things to do

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Rochester Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

฿434
Per adult
Rochester Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Rochester by Zombie Scavengers

฿705
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Rochester by Zombie Scavengers
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Top hotels in Historic Southwest

EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
101 11TH Avenue SW, Suite A, Rochester, MN
The price is ฿3,938 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
฿3,938
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (608 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, and great location."

Reviewed on 4 Jun 2024

EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
220 S Broadway, Rochester, MN
The price is ฿4,312 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
฿4,312
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (545 reviews)
"We loved this property- it was perfect! Parking was so easy, even with their ramp being under construction we could still park in a ramp connecting to the hotel via skyway. Coincidentally, we were across the street from all of the dining and restaurants we wanted to explore making everything so walkable ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
3 out of 5
401 6th St Sw, Rochester, MN
The price is ฿4,509 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
฿4,509
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this golf hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"I have stayed on this property many other times, and the staff are always helpful when questions arise."

Reviewed on 1 Jun 2024

Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
3 out of 5
225 S Broadway, Rochester, MN
The price is ฿4,325 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
฿4,325
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (677 reviews)
"Very loud"

Reviewed on 28 May 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Kahler Grand Hotel
Kahler Grand Hotel
3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw, Rochester, MN
The price is ฿5,454 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
฿5,454
per night
8 Jun - 9 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 3 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,011 reviews)
"Extremely close to Mayo Clinic Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 3 Jun 2024

Kahler Grand Hotel
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
3.5 out of 5
9 3rd Ave Nw, Rochester, MN
The price is ฿4,249 per night from 6 Jun to 7 Jun
฿4,249
per night
6 Jun - 7 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,209 reviews)
"Liked how close it was to Mayo. The AC was very loud."

Reviewed on 2 Jun 2024

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Southwest

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Downtown Rochester

If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Civic Theater are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Rochester
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Kutzky Park

While there might not be top attractions in Kutzky Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayo Civic Center and Cascade Lake Beach.

Kutzky Park
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Slatterly Park

While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Mayo Civic Center and Olmsted County Fairgrounds are some notable places to visit nearby.

Slatterly Park
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Northrup

When in Northrup, you can plan a visit to Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Recreation Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northrup
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East Side Pioneers

If you're spending some time in East Side Pioneers, Mayo Civic Center and Mayo Park are top sights worth seeing.

East Side Pioneers
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John Adams

John Adams might not have many top sights, but Rochester Recreation Center and Assisi Heights are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

John Adams

Historic Southwest Travel Guide