Historic Southwest Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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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

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
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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
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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

Activities

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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Rochester by Zombie Scavengers

NZ$32
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Rochester by Zombie Scavengers
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Our pick of the best Historic Southwest Hotel Deals

EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
101 11TH Avenue SW, Suite A, Rochester, MN
The price is NZ$200 per night from 4 Jul to 5 Jul
NZ$200
per night
4 Jul - 5 Jul
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (608 reviews)
"Clean, friendly staff, and great location."

Reviewed on 4 Jun. 2024

EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
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 NZ$220 per night from 1 Jul to 2 Jul
NZ$220
per night
1 Jul - 2 Jul
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! (545 reviews)
"We loved this property- it was perfect! Parking was so easy, even with their ramp being under construction we could still park in a ramp connecting to the hotel via skyway. Coincidentally, we were across the street from all of the dining and restaurants we wanted to explore making everything so walkable ..."

Reviewed on 2 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 NZ$229 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
NZ$229
per night
12 Jun - 13 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. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Great location with the best staff & dining!!!!!!"

Reviewed on 4 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 NZ$220 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
NZ$220
per night
16 Jun - 17 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! (664 reviews)
"Very loud"

Reviewed on 28 May 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 NZ$278 per night from 8 Jun to 9 Jun
NZ$278
per night
8 Jun - 9 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! (1,011 reviews)
"Extremely close to Mayo Clinic Excellent staff"

Reviewed on 3 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 NZ$216 per night from 12 Jun to 13 Jun
NZ$216
per night
12 Jun - 13 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! (1,209 reviews)
"Liked how close it was to Mayo. The AC was very loud."

Reviewed on 2 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

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 Cascade Lake Beach.

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 Travel Guide

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