Folwell Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

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.
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 find the perfect gifts to bring home at Apache Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Rochester Recreation Center
Catch an event at Rochester Recreation Center during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
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.
Regional Sports Center
Catch an event at Regional Sports Center during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Activities

Astonishing Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
Our pick of the best Folwell Hotel Deals

The Berkman
My daughter and I stayed in a queen studio for a 3-day dance competition (only a quick 10 minute drive to the Civic Center👍) The entire complex is very clean and our room was too. We really enjoyed having a kitchen with a full sized fridge, oven, microwave, dishwasher, full set of CLEAN silverware, ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Kahler Grand Hotel
Overall very good. If going to a Mayo Clinic appointment access to Mayo is excellent. Construction in Rochester is problematic and next door parking isn’t great but workable. Overall good and clean, with friendly staff.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Room needs better attention. Vacuum in corners and along walls. Whomever hung pictures and mirror, didn't know what they were doing. Hire a professional next time. Mirror totally in wrong spot. Breakfast and staff helpful and pleasant. Parking, awful!! Signage badly needs updating. Diagrams on where ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
Room was comfortable and clean. Pool area was clean. Breakfast buffet was stocked and fresh with a variety of hot and cold items. Overall enjoyable stay within walking distance to Mayo and restaurants.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic
This hotel is NOT for anyone using a wheelchair. Although it is advertised as wheelchair accessible, it is not easy. The only automatic door was the front lobby entrance, side doors did not have easy access and the threshold of these doors were nearly impossible to get over. Our room was on the first ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Breakfast was very good. Many selections, fresh. Room was very quiet.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Folwell

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.

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.

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

Parkway
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Parkway and surrounding area, you can visit 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.

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