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.
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 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.
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
Self-Guided Minnesota Scavenger Hunt: A Minnesota Miracle
Top hotels in Historic Southwest
Hilton Garden Inn Rochester Downtown, MN
Very friendly close to everything we needed
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Centerstone Plaza Hotel Soldiers Field - Mayo Clinic Area
Great service
Reviewed on Jan 16, 2026
Kahler Grand Hotel
Very friendly staff
Reviewed on Jan 20, 2026
AmericInn by Wyndham Rochester Near Mayo Clinic
Room was clean, staff was courteous and helpful! This hotel served our basic needs...beds were good, plenty of pillows and towels. We didn't utilize the pool, so I can't say anything about that. My only complaints would be that there isn't a great spot to fill up water bottles, one of the elevators ...
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
EVEN Hotel Rochester - Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Great
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
Need to change up the beding. Not the best. Comforter to hold.
Reviewed on Jan 14, 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 Mayo Civic Center, 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 Apache Mall and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.
Folwell
While there might not be top attractions in Folwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Apache Mall.
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 Rochester Art Center and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
