Historic Southwest Travel Guide

Rochester

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A pedestrian bridge with a metal railing, a cityscape with red brick buildings, and a green park area.
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Stay near popular Historic Southwest attractions

Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial

9.2/10 (45 reviews)
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.
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Things to do

Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

Rp219.844
per adult
Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
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Top hotels in Historic Southwest

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp2.053.997 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
Rp2.053.997
Rp2.364.664 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
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 Rp2.050.044 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp2.050.044
Rp2.360.114 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (922 reviews)
"We got a king bed on the 6th floor. When we first got there, they stated that the housekeeping was behind so they weren’t sure if our room was going to be ready. Yet we were guaranteed a room at 3pm. Luckily, we were able to get one. The room had clean sheets & a clean bathroom. The carpet had blood ..."

Reviewed on 10 Jul 2026

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 Rp2.083.975 per night from 31 Jul to 1 Aug
Rp2.083.975
Rp2.399.178 total
31 Jul - 1 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
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 Rp2.250.049 per night from 20 Jul to 21 Jul
Rp2.250.049
Rp2.590.524 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8/10 Very good! (1,617 reviews)
"The hotel smelt"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's

2.5 out of 5
1517 16th St Sw Rochester MN
The price is Rp1.691.583 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp1.691.583
Rp1.947.436 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (991 reviews)
"Staff was welcoming and very helpful. Addressed all questions and concerns, breakfast was delicious and plentiful. Coffee was great. Would return again,as needed. Also hospital shuttle was greatly appreciated.👍🙂"

Reviewed on 17 Jul 2026

Best Western Rochester Hotel Mayo Clinic Area/St. Mary's
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 Rp1.401.289 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp1.401.289
Rp1.613.234 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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. ...
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic
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Where to stay in Historic Southwest

Find the best Historic Southwest areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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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 Cascade Lake Beach and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.

East Side Pioneers

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

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Slatterly Park

While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center are some notable places to visit nearby.

Folwell

Though Folwell may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plummer House and Cascade Lake Beach.

Historic Southwest Travel Guide