Historic Southwest
Rochester
Visit Historic Southwest
Popular places to visit
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 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.
Plummer House
Find out about the history of Rochester with a stop at Plummer House. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.
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 do some window-shopping at Apache Mall. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Things to do
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Top hotels in Historic Southwest
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Gym not great, everything else good for price
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
No free continental breakfast, but the area shuttle and fruit-infused water were great. Property would benefit by having coffee out all day instead of just during the morning.
Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026
Kahler Grand Hotel
Clean room. Easily accessible to the clinic.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
Aspen Suites
Clean room, friendly staff. We would stay here again.
Reviewed on Mar 21, 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
Rooms were not clean. Bathrooms were dirty. The only good thing was the proximity to the hospital across the street.
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Property didn’t disappoint. Very clean, very nice, and accommodating!
Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Historic Southwest
Pill Hill Historic District
When in Pill Hill Historic District, you can plan a visit to Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Parkway
Though Parkway might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Plummer House and Apache Mall.
Folwell
While there might not be top attractions in Folwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plummer House and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.
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.
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.
