Historic Southwest Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Rochester Recreation Center
Catch an event at Rochester Recreation Center during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
University of Minnesota-Rochester
Explore the campus of University of Minnesota-Rochester during your stay in Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
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Our pick of the best Historic Southwest Hotel Deals
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
"Dated property, but well kept. Excellent location and restaurant. Only complaint is the water pressure, found it difficult to wash my hair!"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
"clean room but too expensive"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Kahler Grand Hotel
"The customer service @ this hotel was HORRIFIC! NEVER staying here again. I had a reservation issue resulting in a 3 room reservation. I called the hotel immediately after realizing the issue (NINE minutes after my cancelation deadline). They told me I had to reach out to the reservation company ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
"Well, when we pulled in the parking lot, it’s just an absolutely beautiful place really nice. And when I walked inside, I thought a oh boy my husband and I have hit the jackpot. This is absolutely breathtaking. OK the room was nice. It was tiny, but very nice looking the problems I had were. There ..."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
"There was o w guy at front seat who also had to run the bar. He was back and forth and people were waiting long time to get check in or beverages. Also was. Charged $32 and was not refunded pissed"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic
"Great for an overnight"
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Southwest
Pill Hill Historic District
Pill Hill Historic District might not have many top sights, but Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Soldiers Field Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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 Golf Course.
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 Soldiers Field Golf Course.
Downtown Rochester
If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Slatterly Park
While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Soldiers Field Golf Course and Rochester Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
Historic Southwest Travel Guide
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