Frequently Asked Questions

Planning a visit to Galleria at University Square? Find quick answers about hours, parking, shopping, dining, skyway access, and visiting from Mayo Clinic.

Location & Hours

Information about our location, hours of operation, and general details about the Galleria.

Galleria at University Square is a premier shopping, dining, and gathering destination in the heart of downtown Rochester, Minnesota. Connected to Rochester’s skyway and pedestrian subway system and located adjacent to Mayo Clinic, the Galleria and Skyway Collection offer a unique mix of boutiques, restaurants, cafés, services, and things to do in a convenient, accessible, and year-round indoor environment.

Galleria at University Square is located at 111 Broadway Avenue South, Rochester, MN 55904. It is located in downtown Rochester, adjacent to Mayo Clinic via a short walk and connected to the larger Skyway Collection through Rochester’s skyway and pedestrian subway system.

The Galleria is open daily; however, individual business hours may vary. Some restaurants, retailers, and service providers operate outside of the Galleria’s general hours. We recommend visiting the individual business’s website or contacting them directly for the most current hours of operation.

Parking & Access

Details about parking options and how to get to the galleria.

The Center Street Parking Ramp is the closest and most convenient parking option for visitors to Galleria at University Square. From the ramp, guests can easily access the Galleria, downtown skyway system, and nearby Mayo Clinic destinations. For maps and additional parking information, visit the Hours & Location page.

Free parking is available in downtown Rochester on nights and weekends, plus the first hour free every day. Parking policies can change, so the website’s Hours & Location page should remain the source for current details.

Mayo Clinic & Skyway

Information about connecting to the Mayo Clinic and using the skyway system.

The Galleria is steps from Mayo Clinic and connected to downtown Rochester’s skyway system. This provides convenient, climate-controlled access to shopping, dining, services, hotels, parking, and other downtown destinations.

Conveniently connected to Rochester’s skyway system and located adjacent to Mayo Clinic, the Galleria offers an accessible, mobility-friendly environment where patients, visitors, and employees can shop, dine, and access things to do without needing additional transportation.

Shopping

Answers about our stores and shopping experience.

The Galleria and Skyway Collection offer fashion, gifts, specialty retailers, eyewear, games, home décor, jewelry, dining, and other services. Because businesses may change, visitors should use the online Directory for the most current listings.

The Galleria offers a convenient mix of boutiques, national retailers, gift shops, and specialty stores just steps from Mayo Clinic. Visitors can browse the online Directory by category to find current shopping options.

The Galleria is a convenient place to shop for jewelry, home décor, games, apparel, accessories, specialty items, and Minnesota-inspired gifts. Check the online Directory to find current gift and specialty retailers.

The Galleria includes locally owned and independently operated businesses alongside well-known national retailers. Visit the online Directory to explore current businesses and open each listing for details.

Dining

Information about restaurants and dining options.

The Galleria and Skyway Collection offers options for coffee, quick meals, casual dining, desserts, and sit-down dining. Visit the Dine page or Directory for the current restaurant list and individual hours.

The Galleria provides several dining choices just steps from Mayo Clinic, with additional downtown Skyway Collection restaurants accessible through the skyway system. Use the Dine page to compare current options and hours.

Visitor Information

Helpful information to make your visit easier.

Galleria at University Square is a year-round indoor shopping and dining destination connected to Rochester’s downtown skyway system. It is a convenient option during cold, rainy, or hot weather.

Visitors can stay warm while exploring Galleria at University Square and Rochester’s Skyway Collection. Enjoy shopping, dining, coffee shops, specialty retailers, wellness services, local art, and skyway-connected businesses throughout downtown, all within a comfortable indoor environment.

Animals are not permitted inside the Galleria, with the exception of service animals as defined by applicable law.

Still Have Questions?

Still have questions?

Contact Galleria at University Square for help planning your visit.

Phone: 507-289-6400
Address: 111 Broadway Avenue South, Rochester, MN 55904
Contact page: https://www.galleriarochester.com/contact/