Historic Southwest Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
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Photo provided by Don Anderson
Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
Photo provided by Chad Johnson
Photo provided by Chad Johnson

Popular places to visit

Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial

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.

Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial

Plummer House

4/5(1 review)

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.

Plummer House

Mayo Clinic

5/5(1 review)

If Mayo Clinic is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.

Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus

4/5(1 review)

If Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.

Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus

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.

Mayo Civic Center

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.

Apache Mall

Activities

Rochester Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

Self-Guided Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

AU$19
Per adult
Self-Guided Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
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Our pick of the best Historic Southwest Hotel Deals

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 AU$218 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
AU$218
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"They understand hospitality. Excellent free continuous shuttle service to Mayo Clinic, grocery store, etc. Ample free breakfast with variety. Very clean. Friendly & helpful staff. Close to Mayo/ downtown. We’ll be back."

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
220 S Broadway, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$187 per night from 13 Dec to 14 Dec
AU$187
includes taxes & fees
13 Dec - 14 Dec
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (631 reviews)
"Very convenient for Mayo visits. Staff is super nice!"

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
3 out of 5
225 S Broadway, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$209 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
AU$209
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (716 reviews)
"Does the trick. Short walk to Mayo Clinic. Recently renovated. Great value."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Next to Mayo Clinic 518A
Next to Mayo Clinic 518A
Rochester
Stay at this vacation home in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, patios, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Shops ...
Clean and Comfortable!
"This property was very clean and had everything we needed for our stay. It was located close to Mayo which made it convenient to walk to the clinic. I give this place a 10 rating would stay here again."

Reviewed on 29 Sep. 2024

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Next to Mayo Clinic 518A
Kahler Grand Hotel
Kahler Grand Hotel
3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$263 per night from 28 Nov to 29 Nov
AU$263
includes taxes & fees
28 Nov - 29 Nov
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,174 reviews)
"Nice place"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Kahler Grand Hotel
Med City Inn & Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Med City Inn & Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
2.5 out of 5
435 16th Ave Nw, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$133 per night from 25 Nov to 26 Nov
AU$133
includes taxes & fees
25 Nov - 26 Nov
Book a stay at this family-friendly motel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Exceptional room, large and spacious."

Reviewed on 14 Nov. 2024

Med City Inn & Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Southwest

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Parkway

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parkway and surrounding area, you can visit Apache Mall and Olmsted County Fairgrounds.

Parkway
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Downtown Rochester

If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Shops University Square are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown Rochester
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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.

Folwell
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Kutzky Park

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Kutzky Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayo Civic Center and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.

Kutzky Park
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Slatterly Park

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

Slatterly Park
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Northrup

When in Northrup, you can plan a visit to Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Recreation Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northrup

Historic Southwest Travel Guide

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