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Popular places to visit
Mayo Clinic
Though Mayo Clinic might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester while you are here.
Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus
Though Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester while you are here.
Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
You can learn about the history of Rochester with a visit to 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.
University of Minnesota-Rochester
Enjoy the collegiate vibe at University of Minnesota-Rochester as part of your travels around Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Rochester Civic Theater
You can make plans for a show at Rochester Civic Theater during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Things to do
Self-Guided Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
Top hotels in Downtown Rochester
Kahler Grand Hotel
Overall hospitality
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Nice staff. The room is shaped a bit weird and cramped but it was clean and cozy.
Reviewed on Jan 30, 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
clean w friendly staff
Reviewed on Jan 31, 2026
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
Nice spacious room
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Brentwood Inn & Suites
Clean
Reviewed on Jan 27, 2026
Hilton Rochester Mayo Clinic Area
Everything was good, except Expedia told me breakfast was included, it wasn't. I called Expedia from the hotel and said they would contact the hotel, because it was supposed to be included . Kept me on hold 27 minutes before being disconnected and never called me back again, very poor service. Cost ...
Reviewed on Jan 25, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown Rochester
Historic Southwest
While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.
Northrup
Though Northrup might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Rochester Civic Theater and Mayo Civic Center.
Pill Hill Historic District
When in Pill Hill Historic District, you can plan a visit to Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Soldiers Field Golf Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
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.
Slatterly Park
Slatterly Park might not have many top sights, but Soldiers Field Golf Course and Rochester Art Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
