2 days in Southern Minnesota Itinerary

Rochester is a city in the U.S. State of Minnesota and is the county seat of Olmsted County. Kick off your visit on the 21st (Sat): make a trip to Basilica of St. Stanislaus Kostka, explore the world behind art at Minnesota Marine Art Museum, then admire all the interesting features of Garvin Heights City Park, and finally make a trip to Gonda Building. Keep things going the next day: indulge in some personalized pampering at some of the best spas, trek along Quarry Hill Nature Center, then contemplate the waterfront views at Silver Lake, and finally test your team's savvy at popular escape rooms.

For traveler tips, more things to do, and tourist information, refer to the Rochester trip itinerary app.

Minneapolis to Rochester is an approximately 1.5-hour car ride. You can also take a bus. In January, plan for daily highs up to 23°F, and evening lows to 9°F. Cap off your sightseeing on the 22nd (Sun) early enough to go by car back home.