Downtown Rochester Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
You can learn about the history of Rochester when you stop by 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
Explore the campus of University of Minnesota-Rochester during your stay in Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Rochester Art Center
Enjoy a stop at Rochester Art Center, an entertaining place to visit in Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Rochester Civic Theater
You can enjoy a show at Rochester Civic Theater during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
American Cancer Society Hope Lodge
If American Cancer Society Hope Lodge is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.
Top hotels in Downtown Rochester
Kahler Grand Hotel
"Classy place...might have smelled a ghost"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Kahler Inn and Suites - Mayo Clinic Area
"Well, when we pulled in the parking lot, it’s just an absolutely beautiful place really nice. And when I walked inside, I thought a oh boy my husband and I have hit the jackpot. This is absolutely breathtaking. OK the room was nice. It was tiny, but very nice looking the problems I had were. There ..."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hyatt House Rochester/Mayo Clinic Area
"The room was clean and comfortable. The location was convenient. The only downside was that staff was vacuuming in the hallway at 8pm. We had to get up early for an event."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Hotel Indigo Rochester – Mayo Clinic Area by IHG
"Clean, comfortable hotel in a great location. It’s surrounded by bars and restaurants. The parking garage attached to the hotel is not included in the nightly price but when we were there, it was only $16 for the night, not bad."
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Brentwood Inn & Suites
"Always a pleasant stay and the location is perfect for appointments at Mayo Clinic. First came to the Brentwood 23 years ago. Still our first choice to stay."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Marriott Rochester Mayo Clinic
"Very convenient for Mayo appointments"
Reviewed on 4 May 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
When in Northrup, you can plan a visit to Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Pill Hill Historic District
Pill Hill Historic District might not have many top sights, but Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Soldiers Field Golf Course are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
East Side Pioneers
If you're spending some time in East Side Pioneers, Rochester Art Center and Mayo Civic Center 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
While Slatterly Park isn't home to many top sights, Soldiers Field Golf Course and Rochester Art Center are some notable places to visit nearby.
