Historic Southwest, MN
Rochester
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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
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Great place. Nicest staff anywhere.
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Nice breakfast selection. My only complaint is the coffee was too weak.
Reviewed on 13 January 2026
Kahler Grand Hotel
The employees were very nice and polite.
Reviewed on 14 January 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Courteous staff, room was clean and comfortable. Breakfast was decent for a continental breakfast. Nice fruit options.
Reviewed on 11 January 2026
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Property was excellent.
Reviewed on 12 January 2026
EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Great
Reviewed on 9 January 2026
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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 Mayo Civic Center, 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 Apache Mall and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.
Folwell
While there might not be top attractions in Folwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Apache Mall.
Downtown Rochester
If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Civic Theater 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
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
- National Volleyball Center
- University of Minnesota-Rochester
- Rochester Community and Technical College
- Root River
- Regional Sports Center
- Mayowood Mansion
- Olmsted County Fairgrounds
- Rochester Civic Theater
- Zumbro Lake
- Rochester Art Center
- Silver Lake Park
- Assisi Heights
- Mayo Park
- American Cancer Society Hope Lodge
- Minnesota Children's Museum
- Quarry Hill Nature Center
- Soldiers Field Golf Course
- Shops University Square
- Cascade Meadow Wetlands and Environmental Science Center
- Douglas State Trail Head Rochester
- Northern Hills Golf Course
- Marcus Rochester Cinema
- Rochester Campus of Minnesota School of Business
- Cascade Lake Beach
