Experience Rochester / Mayo Civic Center
30 Civic Center Drive SE Suite 200, 55904
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Why Choose Rochester, MN?
Rochester, the state's third-largest city with a population of 120,000, is distinguished by its friendliness, scenic beauty, and convenience. Rochester is easily accessible from many major Midwest cities, and Rochester International Airport provides direct flights to and from Chicago and Minneapolis. The healthcare and technology industries flourish here alongside the Mayo Clinic and IBM headquarters, driving population growth and economic development that enhances the city's attractiveness to groups hosting their events in Rochester, MN.
With unique traits that set it apart from other Midwest meeting hubs, along with premier venues for local, regional, national, and international conventions, choose Rochester, MN for your next conference or large event!
Located in the heart of downtown Rochester, the expanded Mayo Civic Center is the Upper Midwest's premier destination for local, regional, national and international conventions, meetings, trade shows, and other events. The center features Minnesota's largest ballroom, with seating capacity of more than 4,000 classroom-style or 2,000 banquet-style. In addition, the center features stunning pre-function areas with views of the Zumbro River and downtown Rochester, 23 breakout rooms, a banquet production kitchen, and the Riverfront Plaza, an outdoor reception venue.
In total, the Mayo Civic Center offers more than 200,000 square feet of flexible meeting and exhibit space, ideal for many different industries and events, such as medical and technical conferences, large business meetings, and healthcare summits. The center's downtown location offers visitors easy access--via the streets, skyways, or underground climate-controlled walkways--to new and renovated hotels, restaurants, shopping found only in Rochester, and entertainment. And with more than 5,600 hotel rooms (2,000 of them skyway-connected to the convention center), Rochester is happy to provide outstanding accommodations for visitors.
Venue Details
Hotels87
Convention center200,000 sq. ft.
Guest Rooms5,700
Guest rooms at 1 hotel596
Special event venues45
Average room rate$120.73
Occupancy rate63%
Restaurants312
Daily food cost$51
Tax rate15.125%
Venue typeCVB
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Getting Here
Distance from airport
12 mi from Rochester International Airport
Distance from Rochester International Airport airport 12 mi
90 mi from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport
Distance from Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport airport 90 mi
Location
Local Attractions
Cafe Steam
Shopping
3 blks
Café Steam is a locally-owned, independent coffee shop located in Rochester's blooming arts district. Café Steam's vision to is to create an environment that caters to the Rochester community, hosting meetings of students, business groups, and friends…maybe even a few first dates. Above all, they have successfully created an inclusive space for local artists and musicians to showcase their creative talents.
315 S. Broadway
Rochester, MN 55904
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ROCA Climbing & Fitness
Recreation
10 mins
Whether you are looking for a fun, new activity for you and your kids or an exciting birthday party, Roca has so much for families and children! Do your kids want to learn more about climbing? We offer climbing classes, Youth Climbing Teams, Parent/Child classes, as well as camps throughout the year!
6071 Rome Circle NW
Rochester, MN 55901
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Mayowood Historic Home
Historical landmark
15 mins
The Mayowood Historic Home is one of the top attractions in Rochester, drawing thousands of visitors each year! A tour of Mayowood is to experience the personal lives of Dr. Charlie Mayo, co-founder of the Mayo Clinic, and his son, Dr. Chuck Mayo, and gives visitors an opportunity to celebrate their amazing achievements in medicine and human service.
3720 Mayowood Road SW
Rochester, MN 55902
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Peace Plaza & The Galleria
Shopping
3 blks
The Peace Plaza is located in the heart of the city at 1st Avenue Southwest and 1st Street Southwest. A public space, the Peace Plaza is open to the public to enjoy all year and is also available for rentals to host private and organized public events. The Peace Plaza also hosts many popular downtown events like Social-ICE and a portion of Thursdays Downtown.
Peace Plaza also serves as a lovely outdoor courtyard directly behind the Galleria which is home to unique shops and restaurants, many locally owned. Connected by skyway to hotels, Mayo Clinic, and parking. Open 7 days a week with extended evening hours.
100 1st Ave SW
Rochester, MN 55902
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Forager Brewery
Nightlife
5 mins
Come enjoy an array of uniquely crafted beers and locally inspired rustic cuisine. Check out their homey café and boutique featuring local artists and businesses
1005 6th Street NW
Rochester, MN 55901
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Historic Chateau Theatre
Theater
4 blks
Built in 1927, the Chateau was one of the most elaborate theatres built in Rochester in the early 1900s. The exterior sunburst design marquee is lit with 636 light bulbs. Its unique French Village decor includes interior balconies and turrets and, on the ceiling, stars in the night sky. Exhibits Development Group of Saint Paul manages and operates the venue bringing international touring exhibits as well as regional and local arts and culture.
15 First Street SW
Rochester, MN, US 55904
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The Machine Shed / Downtown
Nightlife
5 blks
An arcade and nostalgia experience. Pay at the door, game the whole time. Featuring multicade cabinets containing hundreds of classic arcade games like Donkey Kong, Pac Man, Asteroids, Centipede, Joust, and more. Private party bookings and machine rental available.
11 2nd Street NE
Rochester, MN, US 55906
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Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
Museum
5 blks
Created to honor American veterans, the memorial features the Wall of Remembrance - a granite, circular wall honoring over 3,000 service men and women from Southeast Minnesota who gave their lives in service to their country, the Walk of Remembrance - made up of over 6,000 pavers honoring veterans and allies, and the Trees of Remembrance - 50 sponsored trees representing every state in the U.S.
300 7th Street SW
Rochester, MN, US 55902
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Rejuvenate Spa / Mayo Clinic Healthy Living Program
Recreation
3 blks
A tranquil spa environment that embodies the essence of wellness, renewal of mind, body, and spirit. Offering an array of esthetic treatments, such as therapeutic skin treatments and soothing massages, as well as integrative therapies designed to enhance quality of life. Located in the Dan Abraham Healthy Living Center, 5th Floor, featuring a spa lounge and outdoor patio terrace .
565 1st Street NW
Rochester, MN, US 55902
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Rochester Civic Theatre Company
Theater
1 min
Southeastern Minnesota’s premier producer and presenter of professional and community theatre, live music, and dance featuring local, national, and international artists.
20 Civic Center Drive SE
Rochester, MN, US 55904
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Rochester Art Center
Museum
1 min
A cultural center for innovation and creativity through contemporary art. Through world-class exhibitions and programs, the center presents a welcoming, integrated, and diverse experience that encourages questioning, creativity, and critical thinking. Featuring distinct spaces along the Zumbro River with views of Mayo Memorial Park and Rochester's cityscape, enclosed in floor to ceiling glass.
40 Civic Center Drive SE
Rochester, MN, US 55904
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Four Daughters Winery
Recreation
40 mins
Spring Valley – 40-minute drive. Don’t miss visiting this fully operational winery, cidery, and restaurant about 30 miles south of Rochester. Visit the tasting room or dine on fresh, locally-sourced cuisine while taking in a view of the property’s 6-acre vineyard and enjoying some live music.
78757 State Highway 16
Spring Valley, MN, US 55975
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Quarry Hill
Park
10 mins
Quarry Hill Nature Center is seated in the City of Rochester's Quarry Hill Park. The 329 acre park features 8+ miles of paved and hiking trails, a pond, and a historical sandstone cave carved in 1882. In the winter months, cross country skis and snowshoes are available for rent to use in the park. The Friends of Quarry Hill Nature Center staff the nature center building which houses live animals and an admission free Exploration Hall. Year-round classes, day camps, trips, and recreation activities are offered by the Friends of Quarry Hill Nature Center professional staff.
701 Silver Creek Road NE
Rochester, MN, US 55906
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Trolley Tours
Historical landmark
3 hrs
Rochester offers a wide range of guided sightseeing tours aboard a trolley in and around the area, with the opportunity to hop on or off at different locations along the tour routes.
Some of the current options available for trolley tours include:
Rochester City & Mayo Historical Trolley Tour
Experience the city’s top sites and attractions in a 75 minute trolley tour, including:
Peace Plaza
Heritage House
Historic Mayowood Mansion
Mayo Foundation House
Plummer House of the Arts
Bluff Country Wine Trail Trolley Tour
Travel the rolling hills and valleys of scenic Bluff Country to three wineries including the new Four Daughters Vineyard and Winery in Spring Valley, along with Salem Glen and Scenic Valley vineyard and wineries.
Amish Country Tour
Observe and learn firsthand about the Amish way of life. Get a chance to visit one-room schoolhouses, Amish produce auctions, and craft shops and bakeries; browse handcrafted furniture stores; see horse and buggy travel; and visit with Amish families in their workshops and homes.
Rochester Microbrewery Tour
Visit all four of Rochester’s microbrewery pubs on this trolley tour and get a chance to sample a flight of special craft beers at each stop. Knowledgeable brewers will talk about their signature beers and why they are different from the rest, giving you a taste as you go.
972 14th Ave SW
Rochester, MN, US 55902
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