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.
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.
Historic Southwest
While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.
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
Construction
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
I was at Methodist Hospital and great for people that need to visit there. Convenient
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
Hampton Inn Rochester-South
Staff was friendly and helpful, rooms clean and had coffee pot, microwave and small fridge.
Reviewed on 27 Nov 2025
The Berkman
Best hotel in town.
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Broadway Plaza, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
Great location. Kitchen is great.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Big River Escape Parkside Bungalow
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Popular places to visit
Winona State University
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of Winona State University during your trip to Winona. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.
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.
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.
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
- Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato
- Rochester Community and Technical College
- Carleton College
- Root River
- Shattuck-St. Mary's School
- Lake Shetek State Park
- Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum
- Mount Kato Ski Area
- St. Mary's University of Minnesota
- Olmsted County Fairgrounds
- Spam Museum
- Blue Mounds State Park
