Hello @ginnycoleman, I would like to add my welcome to Connect along with @loribmt and others. Mayo Clinic in Rochester has Concierge Services to help make your trip go smoothly. They provide information about travel, lodging, Mayo Clinic and community resources to plan your visit. And it’s free. Concierge services: https://www.mayoclinic.org/patient-visitor-guide/minnesota/concierge-services. Wheelchairs are available throughout the Mayo Clinic Rochester.

Here are a few discussions you might find helpful while we wait for members to share their experience and answer your questions.

— Lodging in Rochester when visiting Mayo Clinic MN: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/lodging/
— Tips on What To Do while at Mayo Clinic Rochester: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/tips-for-upcoming-mayo-rochester-visit/
— Your Tips on How to Get Off to the Best Start with a New Specialist: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/your-tips-on-how-to-get-off-to-the-best-start-with-a-new-specialist/
— What to expect at Mayo Clinic, Rochester: https://connect.mayoclinic.org/discussion/what-to-expect-at-rochester/

The Rochester Airport does have shuttle services from the airport to Mayo Clinic and hotels - https://www.experiencerochestermn.com/planning-tools/getting-around/shuttle-service/

October is a nice time of year to travel to Rochester. The Residence Inn by Marriot is only a couple of blocks from the Gonda building here's their site with a map - https://www.marriott.com/hotels/maps/travel/rstri-residence-inn-rochester-mayo-clinic-area/. The Kahler is the closest hotel and the buildings are connected with a skyway -- https://www.thekahlerhotel.com/.

Are you traveling alone?