Southern Minnesota Travel Guide
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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.
Historic Southwest
While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.
East Side Pioneers
If you're spending some time in East Side Pioneers, Rochester Art Center and Rochester Civic Theater are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Folwell
Though Folwell may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Apache Mall.
Kahler Grand Hotel
Room was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Aspen Suites
Overall amenities were good, room was quiet. Bed mattress should have been replaced - significant craters made it uncomfortable. Front desk staff were adequate but not friendly.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Clean. Courteous staff.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
The Berkman
Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Big River Escape Parkside Bungalow
We had a wonderful time and would defiinitely stay again.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
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Popular places to visit
Mayo Clinic
If Mayo Clinic is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.
Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
If Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.
Lake Shetek State Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Shetek State Park during your travels in The Lakes. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.
Forestville Mystery Cave State Park
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Forestville Mystery Cave State Park during your travels in Preston. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.
Treasure Island Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Treasure Island Casino during your visit to Welch? Visit the area's casinos or simply enjoy its cafes.
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 Clinic
- Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
- Treasure Island Casino
- Mayo Civic Center
- Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
- Apache Mall
- Jackpot Junction Casino
- National Volleyball Center
- Rochester Community and Technical College
- Carleton College
- Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato
- Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum
- Lake Shetek State Park
- Root River
- Shattuck-St. Mary's School
- Olmsted County Fairgrounds
- Blue Mounds State Park
- Mount Kato Ski Area
- St. Mary's University of Minnesota
- National Eagle Center
