Southern Minnesota Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography

Where to stay in Southern Minnesota

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Downtown Rochester

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

Downtown Rochester
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Historic Southwest

While there might not be top attractions in Historic Southwest, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayo Civic Center and Apache Mall.

Historic Southwest
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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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Mankato City Center

Live music, bars and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Mankato City Center. Make a stop by Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center or Carnegie Art Center while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Mankato City Center
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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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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
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 ฿3,589 per night from 24 May to 25 May
฿3,589
per night
24 May - 25 May
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free local area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews.
9.4/10 Exceptional! (581 reviews)
"Awesome"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
Kahler Grand Hotel
Kahler Grand Hotel
3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw, Rochester, MN
The price is ฿5,381 per night from 24 May to 25 May
฿5,381
per night
24 May - 25 May
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! (1,004 reviews)
"Hotel lobby is under construction so its closed off - front desk only had one person working… However she was very pleasant and professional and did a great job at check in. Room is very nice"

Reviewed on 17 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 ฿4,193 per night from 21 May to 22 May
฿4,193
per night
21 May - 22 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! (1,192 reviews)
Great location
"Best location to Gonda and Charleston. Good restaurant options"

Reviewed on 15 May 2024

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
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The Berkman
The Berkman
3 out of 5
217 14th Ave SW, Rochester, MN
Stay at this 3-star golf aparthotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Popular attractions Mayo Civic Center and Cascade ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (205 reviews)
"Great property, with a golf simulator that I enjoy using."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

The Berkman
Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
3 out of 5
15 1st Street Southeast, Rochester, MN
Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk.
9.2/10 Wonderful! (133 reviews)
"Parking was convenient. We had a 2 bedroom 2 bath suite that was very spacious and clean. Plenty of storage if one was to stay for an extended time. Both Mayo and Civic Center were accessible via the sky way. I'll definitely being tell others about Broadway Plaza."

Reviewed on 26 Mar 2024

Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Popular places to visit

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Forestville Mystery Cave State Park

Explore the great outdoors at Forestville Mystery Cave State Park, a lovely green space in Preston. Discover the countryside while you're in the area.

Forestville Mystery Cave State Park
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Lake Shetek State Park

Explore the great outdoors at Lake Shetek State Park, a lovely green space in The Lakes. Take in the museums while you're in the area.

Lake Shetek State Park
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Winona State University

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Winona State University during your trip to Winona. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.

Winona State University
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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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Treasure Island Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Treasure Island Casino during your visit to Welch? Visit the area's casinos or simply enjoy its cafes.

Treasure Island Casino

Things to do

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Red Wing Ghost Walk

฿1,022
Per adult
Red Wing Ghost Walk
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Cities near Southern Minnesota

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Rochester

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