Historic Southwest Travel Guide

Rochester

A sunset over a city skyline reflected in a calm lake, with industrial buildings and trees in the foreground.
A pedestrian bridge with a metal railing, a cityscape with red brick buildings, and a green park area.
A river surrounded by dense green forest under a clear blue sky.
A lake with a wooden pier, people fishing, and a beach with people sunbathing.
A memorial with an American flag, surrounded by a circular wall and illuminated by streetlights.

Stay near popular Historic Southwest attractions

Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial

9.2/10 (45 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

฿404
per adult
Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
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Top hotels in Historic Southwest

Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area

Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area

3 out of 5
401 6th St Sw Rochester MN
The price is ฿3,549 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
฿3,549
฿4,086 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Staff were courteous and pleasant. Breakfast had a good selection of hot and cold.food. The room was clean and large but showing it's age. Our carpet seemed damp the whole time we.were.there Not sure if it was.the old noisy a/c.leaking or hwat.it was. Might stay there again. Our. A O"

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2026

Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN

3 out of 5
225 S Broadway Rochester MN
The price is ฿3,751 per night from 19 Sept to 20 Sept
฿3,751
฿4,318 total
19 Sept - 20 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (942 reviews)
"Pleasant hotel - a little basic but comfortable and clean. Staff very pleasant. A buffet breakfast is available but there is no restaurant or bar."

Reviewed on 3 Sept 2026

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Kahler Grand Hotel

Kahler Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw Rochester MN
The price is ฿4,413 per night from 12 Sept to 13 Sept
฿4,413
฿5,080 total
12 Sept - 13 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very good! (2,306 reviews)
"Unfortunately our original reservation was lost due to a computer shutdown. A new reservation was made but not at the original discounted price. The hotel staff was very pleasant, especially the valet staff!"

Reviewed on 11 Sept 2026

Kahler Grand Hotel
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic

AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic

3 out of 5
1625 Broadway Ave S Rochester MN
The price is ฿2,536 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
฿2,536
฿2,920 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic
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 ฿4,709 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿4,709
฿5,421 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

2.5 out of 5
1517 16th St Sw Rochester MN
The price is ฿3,095 per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
฿3,095
฿3,563 total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's
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Where to stay in Historic Southwest

Find the best Historic Southwest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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.

Folwell

Though Folwell may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Apache Mall and Plummer House.

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.

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Slatterly Park

While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Rochester Art Center and Mayo Civic Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

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