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 ฿4,040 per night from 22 May to 23 May
฿4,040
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (579 reviews)
"Very clean, easy access to Mayo"

Reviewed on 11 May 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 ฿4,336 per night from 7 Jun to 8 Jun
฿4,336
per night
7 Jun - 8 Jun
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace and breakfast. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (532 reviews)
"Good location. I took an art workshop in town so this was a convenient location for my class. Room was small but well appointed. Some classmates also stayed at this hotel and they were on a noisy lower floor. Walls are thin so depending on the location of your room, it might be noisy."

Reviewed on 1 May 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 ฿4,308 per night from 28 May to 29 May
฿4,308
per night
28 May - 29 May
Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Our go-to hotel for trips to Mayo Clinic
"This is our standby hotel for our trips 2-3 times each year to Mayo Clinic. They operate the main hotel and at least one former apartment building. We have stayed in both and the staff have always been great, making this a great value. I usually prefer more modern-looking hotels with more spacious ..."

Reviewed on 8 May 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 ฿4,657 per night from 22 May to 23 May
฿4,657
per night
22 May - 23 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews.
8.8/10 Excellent! (665 reviews)
"Thank you"

Reviewed on 2 May 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Kahler Grand Hotel
Kahler Grand Hotel
3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw, Rochester, MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿5,485 per night from 16 May to 17 May
฿5,485
per night
16 May - 17 May
Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
8/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay if you are a patient at Mayo Clinic. It is quiet and very luxurious for the price. My only complaint was that the shower was kind of small, but that would not prevent me from staying there the next time I have to make the trip to the Mayor Clinic"

Reviewed on 11 May 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 ฿4,269 per night from 15 May to 16 May
฿4,269
per night
15 May - 16 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews.
7.4/10 Good! (1,193 reviews)
"It was right across the street from where I needed to be at the Mayo. I liked that there was a restaurant in the hotel. Rooms are great but we stayed less than 12 hours."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

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

Rochester showing skyline and a city

Downtown Rochester

If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Shops University Square 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 Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.

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 Rochester Civic Theater 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