Historic Southwest

Rochester

Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
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Photo provided by Chad Johnson
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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

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

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

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

Things to do

Rochester Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

Self-Guided Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

RM52
per adult
Self-Guided Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
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Top hotels in Historic Southwest

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG

3.5 out of 5
220 S Broadway, Rochester, MN
The price is RM471 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
RM471
RM555 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (793 reviews)
"This is a pleasant place to stay if you’re being seen at the Mayo Clinic. It’s a 5 minute walk to the subway level, via the skyway. There are numerous restaurants nearby. The restaurant in the hotel, Crave, is convenient and very good. Disappointed that the hotel did not provide bottled water in ..."

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2025

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
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 RM523 per night from 21 Jul to 22 Jul
RM523
RM602 total
21 Jul - 22 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star golf hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Nice location. Close enough to the medical facilities to walk."

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM501 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM501
RM577 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
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! (786 reviews)
"Front desk staff were awesome. Always a pleasure to stay here."

Reviewed on 29 Jun 2025

Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic

AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic

3 out of 5
1625 Broadway Ave S, Rochester, MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM332 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM332
RM382 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
8/10 Very Good! (939 reviews)
"Room needed maintenance. I did not ask for handicapped room but got stuck with it cuz they said “no other room available “ I sincerely doubt that."

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic
Kahler Grand Hotel

Kahler Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw, Rochester, MN
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,457 reviews)
"Nice stay, convient. Very clean"

Reviewed on 16 Jul 2025

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Kahler Grand Hotel
Spark by Hilton Rochester South

Spark by Hilton Rochester South

3 out of 5
4165 Maine Ave SE, Rochester, MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is RM310 per night from 27 Jul to 28 Jul
RM310
RM357 total
27 Jul - 28 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (77 reviews)
"Very nice property, quiet area off the main road through Rochester. Would have been nice if they had more of a patio for outdoor seating. There were a couple tables outside the pool but were taken by several other groups so we made due with some chairs and a bench. There were softball games and pro ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jul 2025

Spark by Hilton Rochester South
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Southwest

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Pill Hill Historic District

Pill Hill Historic District might not have many top sights, but Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pill Hill Historic District
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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 Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.

Parkway
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Downtown Rochester

If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Civic Theater 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 Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Apache Mall.

Folwell
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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 Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center.

Kutzky Park
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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.

Slatterly Park

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