Looking for things to do around Rochester MN

The National Eagle Center in Wabasha is a must if you are in the area! The town is also an interesting place to visit and do a bit of browsing and/or shopping. There was a very nice campground at a small Motel on the south side of town. It would be a great place to spend a few days as you wait/recover. Wish you luck, and good health!
Check out the SPAM museum, and the resturant across the street for a SpamBurger. Go a bit further west to Blue Earth and see the Jolly Green Giant!

rr2254545 wrote:
Actually the National Eagle Center is in Wabasha which is 30 miles north west of Red wing - it is a great place and lots and lots of bald eagles

From Rochester both city's are only 46-47 miles away

42 Miles away from Rochester is the Spam Museum in Austin - it is quite good and worth the trip - really well done and good exhibits

Thank you for the correction!

Lots of easy bike trails in the area.

Looking at Streets & Trips, Wabasha is 30 miles southeast of Redwing.

Paul....

The campgrounds have a Rochester are yearly booklet showing all attractions in SE Minnesota. Also many flyers for attractions. All are free. Stop by the office where you checked in.

South of Rochester is a large Amish area. There are tours that visit a farm or two. Also the towns there are very nice to see. If you hit it right, you may find a barn raising.
Winona can be an interesting place. As fall is coming the leaves will be turning and the area has a diversity of tree types.

Actually the National Eagle Center is in Wabasha which is 30 miles north west of Red wing - it is a great place and lots and lots of bald eagles

From Rochester both city's are only 46-47 miles away

42 Miles away from Rochester is the Spam Museum in Austin - it is quite good and worth the trip - really well done and good exhibits

Red wing Minnesota is not too far from Rochester. It is on the Mississippi River. It is a great place to watch bald eagles. In fact, there is an eagle interpretive center there. The Great River Road runs along the river, and is a beautiful drive in the fall.

There are usually events going on iin the courtyard outside the Mayo buildings. On Thirsdays in the summer there is a food and craft bazaar. There is a stage there, and there are often performers. Be sure to check out the artwork in the main halls of the buildings. There is also a small Mayo historical museum. There are many stores and restaurants in easy walking distance. And everyplace is wheelchair accessible.