A Charming College Town
Discover beautiful Winona, a safe town and vibrant college community of about 28,000 in southeastern Minnesota.
Saint Mary’s residential Winona Campus is home to about 1,200 undergraduate students. Several graduate and professional programs are also offered at the Winona Campus.
It's one of the most scenic and safe places in the country, nestled between wooded bluffs and the stunning, mighty Mississippi River. Winona overflows with outdoor recreation opportunities, and arts and culture abound. Explore the charming downtown and enjoy concerts, museums, festivals, restaurants, interesting shops, and more.
Explore Winona
For generations, students have enjoyed immersing themselves in all that Winona has to offer. From pizzerias and pubs to award-winning donuts and cozy coffeehouses, the Winona restaurant scene has something for everyone. You like music and hiking outdoor trails? There are plenty of opportunities to enjoy those, too!
Nestled In Nature, Centrally Located
Located along the Mississippi River and nestled within the beautiful river bluffs, Winona is two hours from the Twin Cities, 45 minutes from Rochester, 25 minutes from La Crosse, 2.5 hours from Madison, 3.5 hours from Milwaukee, and 4.5 hours from Chicago.
Things To Do in WinonaWinona Address and Campus Map
700 Terrace Heights Winona, MN 55987-1399 Download a campus map to help you navigate when you get to campus.
Campus Map (PDF)More About Winona
The following resources may be useful as you consider your visit to Winona.
AmericInn Hotel & Suites
303 Pelzer Street
Winona, MN 55987
507-474-7700
Approximately 1 mile from campusExpress Suites Riverport Inn
900 Bruski Drive
Winona, MN 55987
507-452-0606
Approximately 5 miles from campusDays Inn
420 Cottonwood Drive
Winona, MN 55987
507-454-6930
Approximately 1 mile from campusThe Plaza Hotel & Suites
1025 Highway 61 East
Winona, MN 55987
507-453-0303
Approximately 5 miles from campusHoliday Inn Express and Suites
1128 Homer Road
Winona, MN 55987
507-474-1700
Approximately 5 miles from campusSuper 8
1025 Sugar Loaf Rd.
Winona, MN 55987
507-454-6066
Approximately 5 miles from campusVillage House Inn
72 College Rd.
Winona, MN 55987
507-454-4322
Across Hwy. 14 from campus
Be sure to check out all of the things to do from the following resources:
- Visit Winona, official Winona tourism website
- Things To Do in Winona PDF), a comprehensive guide of favorite student spots compiled by Saint Mary’s
- 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, from the Star Tribune
- Afloat in Winona: Beneath the surface, a Minnesota river town moves fast from Midwest Weekends