Downtown Rochester Travel Guide
Rochester
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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.
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.
Rochester Art Center
Enjoy a stop at Rochester Art Center, an entertaining place to visit in Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
American Cancer Society Hope Lodge
If American Cancer Society Hope Lodge is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.
Rochester Civic Theater
You can enjoy a show at Rochester Civic Theater during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Things to do
Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
Top hotels in Downtown Rochester
Kahler Grand Hotel
This was a mix of good and bad. I frequently visit quarterly and this is the first time I stayed at this hotel. Staff were friendly. They had no free coffee available at any time which I found odd since not sure if I have found a hotel that didn't offer this. I did park in the adjacent ramp for 2 ...
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
The building is old but the rooms are comfortable, clean and functional. Beds and heating/cooling system is very good. Breakfast very good with many hot and cold options. The convenience to the Mayo Clinic cannot be overstated! It is the best. We have stayed here several times.
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
The room was very clean and quiet. We will definitely be back the next time we are at Mayo. They even have a shuttle. Breakfast was hot and delicious. Cody at the front desk made our stay wonderful!
Reviewed on 7 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Good stay
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Brentwood Inn & Suites
Breakfast was forgettable. Mattress tired. Decor dated. Place needs a total rehab.
Reviewed on 6 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Okay stay. Bed linens were a bit ratted and dingy. Bunch of snags on them. No parking unless using Valet for $30.00, otherwise there is parking in the ramps and walking over. No breakfast included in stay, however there was a breakfast for a fee. It was Nice to be connected to the skyway, and close ...
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Rochester
Historic Southwest
While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.
Northrup
When in Northrup, you can plan a visit to Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pill Hill Historic District
Pill Hill Historic District might not have many top sights, but Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Soldiers Field Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
East Side Pioneers
If you're spending some time in East Side Pioneers, Rochester Art Center and Mayo Civic Center 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.
Slatterly Park
While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Soldiers Field Golf Course and Rochester Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
