Downtown Rochester Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
Photo provided by Chad Johnson
Photo provided by Chad Johnson
Photo provided by Don Anderson
Photo provided by Don Anderson
Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
Photo provided by Howard Lower Photography
Photo provided by Chad Johnson
Photo provided by Chad Johnson

Popular places to visit

Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial

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.

Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial

Mayo Clinic

5/5(1 review)

If Mayo Clinic is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.

Mayo Clinic

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.

Mayo Civic Center

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.

University of Minnesota-Rochester

Mayo Park

After visiting Mayo Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Rochester.

Mayo Park

Rochester Art Center

You can spend time exploring the galleries in Rochester Art Center during your travels in Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Rochester Art Center

Activities

Rochester Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

Self-Guided Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

AU$19
per adult
Self-Guided Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
See all activities in Rochester

Our pick of the best Downtown Rochester Hotel Deals

Kahler Grand Hotel

Kahler Grand Hotel

3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$225 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$225
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,689 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable room. Meeting space was very nice for our event. Excellent restaurant."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

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 AU$213 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$213
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,484 reviews)
"The rooms are very old and stink. They smell like dirty old people. Beds very uncomfortable the price is expensive. The convenience is the only reason I would return. If I had an appointment at Mayo. Also the parking lot was full and had to go 2 blocks away to park. Had already paid for our parking. ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG

3.5 out of 5
220 S Broadway, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$153 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$153
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (839 reviews)
Bathroom
"Bathroom doors could be different, there barn style doors. Not very much privacy. No breakfast offered."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area

Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area

3 out of 5
110 Civic Center Drive NW, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$256 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$256
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,014 reviews)
"Excellent service at the front desk! I had a tricky situation with a traveling companion and the lady working was so kind, patient, and professional. The hotel itself was clean and comfortable. I was traveling with 2 friends so we loved having the “living space” in our room plus the kitchen and island ..."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Rochester Mayo Clinic Area

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Rochester Mayo Clinic Area

3 out of 5
601 2ND STREET SW, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$208 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
AU$208
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and a free area shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (462 reviews)
"The room was clean and nice. One bed had a squeak which was a little annoying but truly minor. It was my second stay here in 2 weeks and I'll keep coming back if we are going to Mayo. It's super convenient, great staff, good breakfast and the rooms are really nice. They treat you well here."

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

TownePlace Suites by Marriott Rochester Mayo Clinic Area
Brentwood Inn & Suites

Brentwood Inn & Suites

2.5 out of 5
123 Fourth Ave. NW, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$199 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$199
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
MAYO October 2025
"I stayed here due to appointments at MAYO. The location and subway access were key amenities in my decision to stay there."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Brentwood Inn & Suites
See all 366 properties in Downtown Rochester
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.

Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Rochester

Rochester featuring skyline and a city

Historic Southwest

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

Historic Southwest
Default Image

Pill Hill Historic District

Pill Hill Historic District might not have many top sights, but Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Pill Hill Historic District
Default Image

Northrup

When in Northrup, you can plan a visit to Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Northrup
Default Image

East Side Pioneers

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

East Side Pioneers
Default Image

Slatterly Park

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

Slatterly Park
Default Image

Washington

Washington might not have many top sights, but Rochester Recreation Center and Assisi Heights are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Washington

Downtown Rochester Travel Guide

Choose two or more items and save on your trip: