Downtown Rochester Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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Rochester Civic Theater

You can enjoy a show at Rochester Civic Theater during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Rochester Civic Theater
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Rochester Art Center

You can enjoy some culture when you stop by Rochester Art Center in Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Rochester Art Center

Activities

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Rochester Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle

AU$19
Per adult
Rochester Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
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Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Rochester by Zombie Scavengers

AU$30
Per adult
Fun City Scavenger Hunt in Rochester by Zombie Scavengers
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Our pick of the best Downtown Rochester Hotel Deals

Brentwood Inn & Suites
Brentwood Inn & Suites
2.5 out of 5
123 Fourth Ave. NW, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$187 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$187
per night
18 May - 19 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"I was in Rochester for surgery, and found the accommodations pleasant and quiet. The bathroom ceiling above the shower/tub needs attention; overall, I would stay here again."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Brentwood Inn & Suites
Kahler Grand Hotel
Kahler Grand Hotel
3 out of 5
20 2nd Ave Sw, Rochester, MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$256 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$256
per night
19 May - 20 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, 3 restaurants, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"This was a great place to stay if you are a patient at Mayo Clinic. It is quiet and very luxurious for the price. My only complaint was that the shower was kind of small, but that would not prevent me from staying there the next time I have to make the trip to the Mayor Clinic"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$200 per night from 19 May to 20 May
AU$200
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,187 reviews)
"It was right across the street from where I needed to be at the Mayo. I liked that there was a restaurant in the hotel. Rooms are great but we stayed less than 12 hours."

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
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$191 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
AU$191
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
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! (536 reviews)
"Easy and quick check-in. Staff is friendly and experienced. Their buffet breakfast has hot entrees, pastries, fruit and fruit juices, cereal, plus wonderful coffee. Clean rooms with walk-in showers. Covered parking is attached. Our decision is based on: close to Kutzky park, free covered parking ..."

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
3.5 out of 5
220 S Broadway, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$195 per night from 24 May to 25 May
AU$195
per night
24 May - 25 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (533 reviews)
"Clean property close to the clinic"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area, an IHG Hotel
Marriott Rochester Mayo Clinic
Marriott Rochester Mayo Clinic
3.5 out of 5
101 1st Ave Sw, Rochester, MN
The price is AU$291 per night from 18 May to 19 May
AU$291
per night
18 May - 19 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Rochester. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (454 reviews)
"No microwave in our room. Very convenient to Mayo Clinic and connected via subway. Easy to get to dining options. Our room was very tight for a wheelchair."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Marriott Rochester Mayo Clinic
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Rochester

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Historic Southwest

While there might not be top attractions in Historic Southwest, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Mayo Civic Center and Apache Mall.

Historic Southwest
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Northrup

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

Northrup
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East Side Pioneers

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

East Side Pioneers
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Slatterly Park

While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Mayo Civic Center and Olmsted County Fairgrounds are some notable places to visit nearby.

Slatterly Park
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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 Mayo Civic Center and Cascade Lake Beach.

Kutzky Park
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Glendale

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Glendale and surrounding area, you can visit National Volleyball Center and Rochester Recreation Center.

Glendale

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