Southern Minnesota Travel Guide
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Where to stay in Southern Minnesota
Downtown Rochester
If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Civic Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Historic Southwest
While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.
Slatterly Park
While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Rochester Art Center and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial are some notable places to visit nearby.
Folwell
Though Folwell may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Apache Mall.
East Side Pioneers
If you're spending some time in East Side Pioneers, Rochester Art Center and Rochester Civic Theater are top sights worth seeing.
Kahler Grand Hotel
Clean, comfortable room. The staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Clean big room close to the Mayo
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
The hotel was clean and a friendly staff at check in. We love that the hotel skyway is connected to Mayo, so could walk to appts. inside on a cold day. We also appreciated a noon check out.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
The Berkman
It was a bit tricky finding our area we could park in but it worked out.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Very spacious, quiet, accessible via a 10 min walk to Mayo campus all indoors via well-marked skyway and subway. And connected to a City parking deck ($18/day) and many amenities like the Hilton Hotel, The Galleria, good views and more. Second bathroom is a nice touch and the full kitchen w d/w is ...
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Big River Escape Parkside Bungalow
We had a wonderful time and would defiinitely stay again.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
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Popular places to visit
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.
Lake Shetek State Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Shetek State Park during your travels in The Lakes. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Mayo Clinic
If Mayo Clinic is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.
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.
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.
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.
