Historic Southwest, MN
Rochester
Visit Historic Southwest
Popular places to visit
Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
You can learn about the history of Rochester with a visit to 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 Clinic
Though Mayo Clinic might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester while you are here.
Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
Though Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester while you are here.
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 do some window-shopping at Apache Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Historic Southwest Hotel Deals
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Not the quietest, could hear everything in the hallways. Parking was confusing but once there was able to navigate. Room was clean and cozy.
Reviewed on 26 October 2025
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Everyone was great. Room was clean. They have a shuttle that runs to Mayo & surrounding areas which was real convenient for us. I have more appointments at Mayo so I will be staying there again. Great staff & House keeping :-)
Reviewed on 25 October 2025
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Great stay. We’ll be back again next year!
Reviewed on 27 October 2025
Kahler Grand Hotel
clean room
Reviewed on 28 October 2025
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
So very convenient to Mayo buildings. Caribou, Jimmy Jones and Aisian food all right there. Friendly staff.
Reviewed on 24 October 2025
Spark by Hilton Rochester South
It was wonderful
Reviewed on 23 October 2025
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Other neighborhoods around Historic Southwest
Pill Hill Historic District
When in Pill Hill Historic District, you can plan a visit to Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parkway
Though Parkway might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plummer House and Apache Mall.
Downtown Rochester
If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center are top sights worth seeing.
Folwell
While there might not be top attractions in Folwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plummer House and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.
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
Slatterly Park might not have many top sights, but Rochester Art Center and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Historic Southwest, MN
- Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
- Plummer House
- Mayo Clinic
- Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
- Mayo Civic Center
- Apache Mall
- Rochester Recreation Center
- Root River
- Rochester Community and Technical College
- University of Minnesota-Rochester
- Olmsted County Fairgrounds
- Regional Sports Center
- Mayowood Mansion
- National Volleyball Center
- Zumbro Lake
- Mayo Park
- Silver Lake Park
- American Cancer Society Hope Lodge
- Rochester Art Center
- Rochester Civic Theater
- Minnesota Children's Museum
- Shops University Square
- Assisi Heights
- Rochester Campus of Minnesota School of Business
- Northern Hills Golf Course
- Quarry Hill Nature Center
- Cascade Lake Beach
- Douglas State Trail Head Rochester
- History Center of Olmsted County
- Soldiers Field Golf Course
- Maple Valley Golf & Country Club
- Carley State Park
