Historic Southwest

Rochester
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Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography

Popular places to visit

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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
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Mayo Clinic

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

Mayo Clinic
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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
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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
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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
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Olmsted County Fairgrounds

Take the family on an outing to Olmsted County Fairgrounds during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Olmsted County Fairgrounds

Things to do

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Rochester Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

RM57
Per adult
Rochester Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Rochester by Zombie Scavengers

RM93
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Rochester by Zombie Scavengers
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Top hotels in Historic Southwest

Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
3 out of 5
110 Civic Center Drive NW, Rochester, MN
The price is RM538 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
RM538
per night
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (577 reviews)
"Have stayed here 3x through all my reconstruction surgeries."

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024

Hyatt House Rochester/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 RM547 per night from 29 Jun to 30 Jun
RM547
per night
29 Jun - 30 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (550 reviews)
Great quality for a great price
"Staff was helpful, good Restaurant on site, clean rooms, good sheets, quiet and 2 blocks from Mayo Clinic. Would stay here again for sure."

Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
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 RM582 per night from 17 Jun to 18 Jun
RM582
per night
17 Jun - 18 Jun
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)
"Staff were very nice, check-in was smooth, parking was close to entrances, buffet style breakfast was ok, and the shuttle to and from mayo was fast and the driver quite fun and good at his job. Had a good stay."

Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024

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 RM639 per night from 24 Jun to 25 Jun
RM639
per night
24 Jun - 25 Jun
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! (667 reviews)
"Loved our stay! It’s a beautiful place and the staff was great, especially the breakfast staff!"

Reviewed on 9 Jun 2024

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 RM703 per night from 27 Jun to 28 Jun
RM703
per night
27 Jun - 28 Jun
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"Always stay here"

Reviewed on 10 Jun 2024

Kahler Grand Hotel
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 RM548 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
RM548
per night
22 Jun - 23 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,224 reviews)
"The staff was very friendly and helpful"

Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Southwest

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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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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, 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
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East Side Pioneers

If you're spending some time in East Side Pioneers, Mayo Civic Center and Mayo Park are top sights worth seeing.

East Side Pioneers
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John Adams

John Adams might not have many top sights, but Rochester Recreation Center and Assisi Heights are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

John Adams

Historic Southwest