Northwest Travel Guide
Rochester
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Rochester Recreation Center
Catch an event at Rochester Recreation Center during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
University of Minnesota-Rochester
Explore the campus of University of Minnesota-Rochester during your stay in Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Regional Sports Center
Catch an event at Regional Sports Center during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Northwest
Kahler Grand Hotel
"Water sprayed out of the toilet when you flushed it and water temperature went cold then hot when showering. Found part of a toenail on the floor."
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
"Friendly staff, good breakfast, Caribou and sandwich shop and restaurant in building and connects to Mayo Clinic buildings by subway or easy walking distance. Older but clean."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
"The staff at the Hyatt House in Rochester Minnesota was very friendly. The breakfast was great. They had fresh fruit every morning and plain Greek yogurt. The breakfast area was clean and well stocked. My only issue was in our room that there were stains on the sheets. The mattress was comfy and ..."
Reviewed on 22 May 2026
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
"I will not stay there again."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
"Great location, clean and comfortable!"
Reviewed on 23 May 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic
"Room was clean. A little dated but everything seemed very clean. Beds were comfortable."
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Northwest
Cimarron
Though Cimarron may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Douglas State Trail Head Rochester and Northern Hills Golf Course.
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.
Washington
Washington might not have many top sights, but Rochester Recreation Center and Assisi Heights are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Glendale
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glendale and surrounding area, you can visit National Volleyball Center and Rochester Recreation Center.
Kutzky Park
While there might not be top attractions in Kutzky Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center.
Northrup
When in Northrup, you can plan a visit to Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
