Location: Rochester
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Top 10 Things to do Good for Kids in Rochester, Minnesota (MN)
Rochester is a city founded in 1854 in the U.S. State of Minnesota and is the county seat of Olmsted County located on the Zumbro River's south fork in Southeast Minnesota. It is Minnesota's third-largest city and the largest city located outside the Minneapolis-St. Paul Metropolitan Statistical Area. As of 2015, the Rochester metropolitan area has a population of 215,884. According to the 2010 United States Census the city has a population of 106,769. The U.S. Census Bureau estimated that the 2016 population was 114,011. It is the home of the Mayo Clinic and formerly, one of IBM's largest facilities. The city has long been rated as one of the best places to live in the United States by multiple publications such as Money and is one of the most educated cities in the world.
Restaurants in Rochester
1. Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 199 reviews
Reviewed By B2068ZFmartins - Wailea, United States
This is a MUST see for anyone visiting Rochester it is outstanding in the way it honors what challenges our military has had to deal with throughout history. I was impressed with the quality of each part of the exhibit. The statues are especially outstanding. The statue of the wife and son receiving word of the father’s death brought tears to myself and my wife. As a Vietnam combat soldier I was very struck over the tribute to the combat medics and nurses. Don’t miss the respectful and beautiful place of honor.
2. UNRAVELED Escape Room
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 107 reviews
UNRAVELED Escape Room is a real life escape challenge where you come with a group of between 4 and 10 friends/family members/co-workers/etc and you get LOCKED UP! It is up to you and your team to find the clues and solves the puzzles in order to escape in time... "Do You Have What It Takes To Escape?" First theme up: Escape From Alcatraz - Experience The Rock like never before!
Reviewed By shiank2021
I liked that when we were stuck they would help here and there. The rooms definitely keep you busy. My recommendation for anyone coming to this escape room is bring people who actually help. Definitely work as a team, but also spread out because having multiple people focus on just one thing really wastes your time. Overall it was a fun experience and I’ll definitely be coming back soon to try out the other escape rooms!!
3. Douglas Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 75 reviews
Reviewed By grandforksfoodie - Grand Forks, United States
We stumbled upon this trail and sure glad we did! It is pretty shaded and not too difficult with great scenery. Rode 8 miles one way and still could have went further but had to make it back for an appointment. You see lots of nature and other people on the trail. It felt very safe and was well kept up!! Next time we are in town we will pedal further on this trail. It had some hills but nothing drastic.
4. Plummer House
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4.5 based on 134 reviews
Reviewed By 81Maggie11
We were walking around the SW historical area and saw signs for the Plummer House. He were curious so we followed the signs to the house. We were pleasantly surprised. It is a beautiful stone and slate roofed mansion built in the early 1900’s. The green space is spacious and beautiful even in March! Bonus is a beautiful tower on the grounds. It wasn’t open to view the inside when we visited but the outside self guided tour was great. A must see if your i. The area.
5. Quarry Hill Nature Center
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4.5 based on 258 reviews
Enjoy the beauty and habitat of southeastern Minnesota by hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, or snowshoeing the meadows, flood plain and upland forests on the 5 miles of trails covering 320 acres. Park land features a former working quarry, the Rochester State Hospital Cemetary, and a 3 acre pond. The Nature Center offers interactive displays and exhibits of the area's wildlife and natural beauty including a 1,700 gallon native-fish aquarium. Public programs on Sunday's at 1:30 pm include cave tours, live animal programs and bird banding. Cross-country ski, snow shoe, and geocache rentals available.
Reviewed By gsgguru73
Wonderful and informative nature center, great for kids with smaller animals and reptiles and great hiking trails. I would recommend getting a map before you hike as the trails intersect and can be confusing.
6. Groome Transportation
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4.5 based on 222 reviews
Shuttle with most departures daily connecting Rochester to Minneapolis St. Paul International Airport (MSP) and Mall of America. Shared ride van service with door to door service and free parking at our Park & Ride location. Picks up at your hotel, hospital, meeting location. Service to personal home for a small additional fee. Don't worry about weather conditions or road construction, sit back and enjoy a hassle-free ride on board our comfortable vans.
Reviewed By Wadsa3
Great service, professional driver. On time ; reasonable cost very convenient to go to Rochester. Highly recommend SW
7. Silver Lake
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4.0 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By Y3191UJbks - Rochester, United States
No matter what the season this has always been one of my favorite walks in Rochester. Between the playgrounds scattered about, paved paths and shelters this is a walk for all ages. Also a really fun place to roller blade in the summer, bicycles as well. Take a picnic with you and bread to feed the geese, just beware they are used to people being around and are not shy about stealing your food. Great views of the downtown skyline.
8. Mayo Civic Center
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 79 reviews
Reviewed By MichiganderMom - Maple Grove, United States
We have gone to the Civic Center for a basketball game and no to a concert---just great great great!--no seat is a bad seat---you can see the stage from all over---love Rochester and it's walkability!
9. Apache Mall
10. CMX - Chateau
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 32 reviews
Paragon Chateau 14 offers Rochester residents the best in movie going amenities, including the latest technology in picture sound and quality, exceptional customer service, expanded concessions, and The Backlot Bar & Lounge conveniently located inside the theater.
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