Southern Minnesota Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Canoes for rent in the summer on Lake Winona in Winona, Minnesota
Canoes for rent in the summer on Lake Winona in Winona, Minnesota
Sugarloaf trail....360 degree views from the top of sugar loaf of the Mississippi River valley. 28 routes for rock climbing to the peak....nice hiking trail to the base!
Pipestone National Monument is an incredible place. The historical and spiritual significance of the site is palpable. A place of deep reverence and peace. Visit when the sun is low in the west, lighting up the quartzite cliffs as they rise from the vast golden prairie surrounding them.
This enormous slab of red tinted rock contains Native American drawings that date back hundreds to thousands of years. The path allows visitors to walk onto this sacred rock and glimpse history first hand, incredible experience! #TroverDetour
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Where to stay in Southern Minnesota

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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
Rochester, Minnesota. Civic Center, River, Skyline

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 Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center.

Kutzky Park
Rochester which includes landscape views, a sunset and a lake or waterhole

Historic Southwest

While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.

Historic Southwest
Split in path, snowy forest and trail in Quarry Hill Nature Center, Rochester, Minnesota on a snowy day

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.

Slatterly Park
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East Side Pioneers

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

East Side Pioneers
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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 Soldiers Field Golf Course.

Folwell
Kahler Grand Hotel

Kahler Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw Rochester MN
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 restaurants and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,887 reviews)
It was clean and comfortable and reasonably priced. Best of all, it is across the street from Mayo's Gonda Building. Parking is expensive.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Kahler Grand Hotel
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic

AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic

3 out of 5
1625 Broadway Ave S Rochester MN
The price is NZ$142 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$142
22 Feb - 23 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,206 reviews)
Staff, able to eat to the bar and grill connecting to the motel

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic
Aspen Suites

Aspen Suites

3 out of 5
1211 2nd Street Rochester MN
The price is NZ$247 per night from 14 Feb to 15 Feb
NZ$247
14 Feb - 15 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (720 reviews)
Everybody was polite. Morning breakfast was similar to other places I have stayed. In the afternoon they have light foods that were also complimentary. Hallways are tight coming off elevator.

Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026

Aspen Suites
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
The Berkman

The Berkman

3 out of 5
217 14th Ave SW Rochester MN
Stay at this golf aparthotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (383 reviews)
Everything was excellent, second time staying there.

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

The Berkman
Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham

3 out of 5
15 1st Street Southeast Rochester MN
Stay at this business-friendly apartment in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Shops University Square ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (171 reviews)
Clean rooms, friendly staff, and ease of getting to mayo appointments make it a great place to stay.

Reviewed on 10 Feb 2026

Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Sunrise on Skyline - Indoor spa - Arcades - Amazing Views!

Sunrise on Skyline - Indoor spa - Arcades - Amazing Views!

Wabasha MN
Stay at this golf holiday home in Wabasha. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Coffee Mill Ski Area and Coffee Mill Country Club ...
10/10 Exceptional! (90 reviews)
Great views of Wabasha! Great place to stay! Kids loved the pool

Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Sunrise on Skyline - Indoor spa - Arcades - Amazing Views!
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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