Historic Southwest Travel Guide
Rochester
Visit Historic Southwest
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.
Plummer House
Find out about the history of Rochester with a stop at Plummer House. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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 Community and Technical College
Explore the campus of Rochester Community and Technical College as part of your travels around Rochester. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly 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.
Things to do
Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
Top hotels in Historic Southwest
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Will not stay again like an old converted apartment building
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
We were embarressed not to have any small bills with us and forgot our pin number to get more cash. The staff helped us load and unload the car and drove us and picked us up at the Mayo Clinic. We couldn't tip them. They assisted us with a smile anyway. Next time through Rochester we will make up ...
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Kahler Grand Hotel
The room was nothing like how it presented on expedia. The t.v barely worked and cut in and out, the shower was either ice cold or scolding hot, and the toliet leaked water. I was there for a procedure at the mayo clinic and just wanted to relax in my room but i couldn't even do that. This was one ...
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
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Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Med City Inn & Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
They have a great continental breakfast, and Famous Dave’s right through the Lobby. There is a small exercise room, a pool & a hot tub. It is comfortable, and the staff is courteous & accommodating.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic
The breakfast area had a smaller selection. There were no high chairs and when asked the staff said “nope, no need for them. Feed them on the couch.” We also asked for a tray to bring some food back and a different staff member told us “trays were unnecessary and we should be lucky they allow us ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Historic Southwest
Pill Hill Historic District
Pill Hill Historic District might not have many top sights, but Plummer House and Mayo Civic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Parkway
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parkway and surrounding area, you can visit Plummer House and Apache Mall.
Folwell
Though Folwell may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plummer House and Apache Mall.
Downtown Rochester
If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art 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.
