Downtown West Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Nicollet Mall
During your visit to Minneapolis, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nicollet Mall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music in this vibrant area.
Orpheum Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Orpheum Theatre during your stay in Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Mill Ruins Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mill Ruins Park, a lovely green space in Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
First Avenue
You can enjoy a show at First Avenue on your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
State Theatre
You can enjoy a show at State Theatre on your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Foshay Tower
Learn about the local history of Minneapolis when you spend time at Foshay Tower. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Top hotels in Downtown West
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
"I would hands down stay here again. The staff was phenomenal. The room was huge and clean and the breakfast was amazing! We stayed here because of the reviews and location. We were able to walk to our concert! I highly recommend this hotel."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
"Quick walk to stadium."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
"Although it was downtown, there wasn't many amenities around the property in terms of restaurants it didn't seem. We attended a concert and because the parkade was also used for concert goers and the hotel is actually located a few floors up, the only real access was via elevator. 2 of the 4 elevators ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Minneapolis / Downtown
Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown
"The room was decent but shower door slides open on its own when showering, Keurig did not work and refrigerator was not plugged in. Refrigerator worked once we pulled it out and plugged it in but seriously we had to crawl around on the floor to make that happen. Location is good near Target ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
The Westin Minneapolis
"Update the room for free"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown West
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
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.
North Loop
If you're spending time in North Loop, check out sights like Target Field or Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.
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.
Warehouse District
Travellers choose Warehouse District for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station and check out top sights like Target Field.
Loring Park
If you're spending some time in Loring Park, 1221 Nicolette Mall Shopping Center and Basilica of Saint Mary are top sights worth seeing.
