Southdale Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
Minneapolis Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Minnesota State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Falcon Heights. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Southdale
Homewood Suites by Hilton Edina Minneapolis
The staff did a good job of fixing the problems with the room. I had accidentally booked the accessible room which was apparently unused. The first night, when I pulled the blanked over me, I got a face full of dust. Housekeeping changes the comforter the next day. But then the toilet was constantly ...
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
The Westin Edina Galleria
The staff were very friendly and knowledgeable. The room was very clean, comfortable, and modern. The parking ramp was very close and well lit. Lots of dining and shopping options close by.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Check in was LONG and painful! Then additional $10 to park on their lot. disappointing. Also, they no longer have a free breakfast (been here 4 years in a row, this is a first!) Room and pool area were very nice!
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Clean and close to MSP. There is a really great bowl place about a 15 minute walk away. Get the sumac chicken.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
The Saint Paul Hotel
The thoughtfulness and care provided by everyone was appreciated. It’s a beautiful historic building. Our room was spacious room with many useful modern conveniences.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
The hotel was darn great. Using hotels.com, very frustrating. I could only buy a gift card in $100 increments, so I bought two and figured I would use those to book a room a Radisson Blue via hotels.com. However after putting the first on
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southdale
West Bloomington
While visiting West Bloomington, you might make a stop by sights like Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area and Bloomington Ice Gardens.
South Minneapolis
While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Parkway Theater or Lake Nokomis, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.
East Bloomington
While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Nickelodeon Universe, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue Station.
South Loop
While you're in South Loop, take in top sights like Mall of America or Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 28th Avenue Station or Mall of America Station.
Powderhorn
If you're spending time in Powderhorn, check out sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Childrens Theatre Company and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.
Calhoun Isles
While you're in Calhoun Isles, take in top sights like Bde Maka Ska or Walker Art Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at West 21st Street Station or Bryn Mawr Station.
