Area Attractions

Offering culinary twists on classic, Midwest comfort food and riotous martinis, this downtown lively spot is the place for good food and fun. Featured within a stylishly, rustic atmosphere that includes light jazz, this restaurant keeps both the locals and visitors happy and satiated.

Enjoy deliciously hand crafted Dutch home-cooking at Hollandberry, we not only serve breakfast, but also lunch and dinner. Be sure to try one of our 20 varieties of Magnificent Muffins – baked fresh daily.

Located in the historic armory building, the diversity of Rochester is reflected in their menu and a nod to the community. Dishes at Cameo are influenced by cultures from around the world, while maintaining a Midwest flair. Delight in options like bouillabaisse, burgers, and Banhi Mi, or tuck into short ribs, salmon and schnitzel.

Modern destination featuring upscale American fare & cocktails in a stylish venue with patio seating.

Queen City complements the Castle Commons atmosphere and bookstore, offering a full craft coffee menu, cold-pressed juice, grab-and-go food options in collaboration with Cameo, house made drinking vinegars, syrups and kombucha. We focus on sustainability and source locally whenever possible. Queen City is open early morning to late evening, in order to accommodate expanded operating hours of the public common spaces.

Our casual dining approach invites you to enjoy a relaxed family-friendly restaurant experience in Rochester, MN! We offer a full menu of vibrant dishes made from the freshest seasonally available ingredients inspired by our bountiful region. Discover a new favorite each time you visit as our menu changes to integrate the most recent harvest from our local farming partners. And don’t forget about the beer! Our beers are made on-site, in our brewery, from a combination of locally foraged ingredients, regionally native grains, and wild hop varieties–they pair perfectly with our unique and rustic-style dishes!

Committed to clinical practice, education and research, the Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit organization that offers expert and total care. The clinic and its associated facilities in Rochester have provided services to humanity and healthcare for more than 150 years. It’s the world’s first and largest nonprofit medical practice and research center and is globally renowned for its research and services.

The Mayo Clinic is a nonprofit organization that offers expert and total care. The clinic in Rochester has two campuses providing services and healthcare for more than 150 years. It’s the world’s first and largest nonprofit medical practice and research center and is globally renowned for its research and services. The Mayo Clinic health system operates many locations in several states.

A classic downtown Rochester experience, located steps from the hotel. The park is a historical site that’s easy to navigate and enjoy the natural scenes, picnics, a game of horseshoes, and more. A great spot to people watch and take in outdoor art.

The Civic Center is home to local, regional, national and international conventions, entertainment, and sporting events. The dual-venue complex first opened in 1939. A premium destination, you’ll also find great works of public art dotted throughout the center. Items like the 9/11 Memorial Stained Glass and the Doctors Will and Charlie Mayo statue are two must-see displays.

Rochester Art Center offers the opportunity for all people to understand and value the arts through innovative experiences with contemporary art. Through world-class exhibitions and programs, we present a welcoming, integrated, and diverse experience that encourages questioning, creativity, and critical thinking. These exhibitions and programs are designed to reflect the dynamic relationship between art and society. They educate, challenge, and connect individuals to our world in compelling new ways. We are committed to being a cultural center in our community and to enhancing our region as a destination for creativity and innovation. We provide value through engagement with broad communities, strong collaborations with other organizations, and a history of excellence.

Imagine a creative environment where young, old, rich, poor, artsy, and fartsy can escape, dream, and celebrate together. Imagine a creative Castle Community. Castle Community houses Cameo at the Castle, Queen City Coffee & Juice, Collective Records, community events and entertainment, and more.

World-Class shopping, dining, and personal services...all under one roof! Open seven days a week with free parking nights and weekends.