Waite Park 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.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
U.S. Bank Stadium
Catch an event at U.S. Bank Stadium during your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your travels in Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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 Waite Park
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
We stayed just one night on a Thursday. The pool was perfect for our kids, and there were less than 10 people in the pool area. Hotel rooms were clean and updated.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Not having use of the saltwater pool was incredibly disappointing.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
The bed/room was great. The staff is excellent. The location is perfect for us.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Everything was fine, no issues
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
How does it cost $300 a night before tax
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
We ordered Dinner & Drinks at the bar. I had Dessert as well. Very enjoyable.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Waite Park
Northeast Minneapolis
While visiting Northeast Minneapolis, you might make a stop by sights like Mississippi River and Central Mississippi Riverfront Regional Park.
Dinkytown
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Dinkytown. Top attractions like Williams Arena and Mariucci Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at East Bank Station or Stadium Village 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.
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.
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping 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.
