Dinkytown Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Minnesota, Twin Cities during your trip to Minneapolis - St. Paul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its great live music.
Huntington Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Huntington Bank Stadium during your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Weisman Art Museum
The striking exterior design is just one of the highlights at this museum where it’s free to see exhibits ranging from modern art to ancient pottery and furniture.
Mall of America
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Mall of America, a popular shopping spot in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Top hotels in Dinkytown
Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
Aside from a leaky bathtub faucet, everything was OK. Room was drab, but had a mini fridge and was quiet. No USB ports on nightstand or lamps (or TV) to charge phone, which was a bummer. Breakfast was decent. Good location and a fair price.
Reviewed on 19 Dec 2025
Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis
The room was very spacious. Very clean. Had trouble with the heat in our room shutting down. Had to have maintenance up the three time. Very u comfortable got cold. Other then that we like everything about the hotel
Reviewed on 14 Dec 2025
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
The whole check in process was smooth. Hotel is clean. Needs some upgrades but it’s a nice spot
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Staff is great. Free shuttle from/to airport is fantastic. The complimentary breakfast is wonderful
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The Saint Paul Hotel
Beautiful building, spacious and very attractive room. Felt like a first class hotel. All staff were friendly, accommodating, helpful beyond expectations. Food was excellent. Looking forward to another stay.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Nice room
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dinkytown
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like U.S. Bank Stadium and Guthrie Theater. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city.
Gateway District
If you're spending some time in Gateway District, Nicollet Mall and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
Elliot Park
While you're in Elliot Park, take in top sights like The Armory and jump on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city.
Downtown West
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown West. Nicollet Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station to see more of Minneapolis.
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Nicollet Mall and Foshay Tower, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
North Loop
If you're spending time in North Loop, check out sights like Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin or Target Field and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.
