Winona is a vibrant college town of about 28,000 in southeastern Minnesota. It's one of the most beautiful places in the country, nestled between 500-foot wooded bluffs and the stunning mighty Mississippi River. The city boasts a deceptive wealth of culture, arts, history, outdoor recreation and festivals. Winona is 2 hours from the Twin Cities, 45 min. from Rochester, 25 min. from La Crosse, 2.5 hours from Madison, 3.5 hours from Milwaukee and 4.5 hours from Chicago. Check out the links below for more information.
Exploring Winona
Visit Winona website (Facebook & Twitter )
Things to do, places to stay, food, dining, shopping
Local attractions
List compiled by Village House Inn
Chamber of Commerce | City of Winona
Local Media
Winona Daily News | Winona Post | Winona Radio
Articles of Interest
Why everybody loves Winona
A local travel blog
A day in the life of Winona
Minnesota Public Radio
Top 10 places for fall color
As ranked by WCCO.com
In tune with Winona
StarTribune story about the city's summer activities
Winona offers a quality of life rare in other cities its size
Winona Daily News editorial about cultural activities - June 13, 2007
Afloat in Winona: Beneath the surface, a Minnesota river town moves fast
Midwest Weekends story about Winona
Coming to Campus
Directions to Campus | Campus Map - PDF
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| AmericInn of Winona 60 Riverview Drive Winona, MN 55987 (877) 946-6622 Approx. 3 miles from SMU |
Days Inn 420 Cottonwood Drive Winona, MN 55987 (800) DAY-SINN (329-7466) Approx. 1 mile from SMU |
| Express Suites Riverport Inn 900 Bruski Drive Winona, MN 55987 (800) 595-0606 Approx. 5 miles from SMU |
Holiday Inn Express and Suites 1128 Homer Road Winona, MN 55987 (507) 474-1700 Approx. 5 miles from SMU |
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The Plaza Hotel & Suites |
Village House Inn |
| Nichols Inn 1025 Sugar Loaf Rd. Winona, MN 55987 (507) 452-6066 Approx. 5 miles from SMU |
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