Countryside 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.
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.
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.
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.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
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 Countryside
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"Perfect! Loved the pool for my children!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
"Clean room, nice and secured rooms, drinks and food available after mall closed. They will take you where you want to go. Comfortable beds,,"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
"The elevators didn't work properly. Was headed to 7th floor and elevator stopped at 5th floor for 8 minutes with us stuck inside...then it went back down to 1st floor, went to get an attendant and they acted annoyed. AC did not work well in room it was sweltering. Stayed here because $25 cheaper ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
"Breakfast attendant was amazing. Everything was hot and stocked. Awesome food too!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
"We had a wonderful 3 night stay . The staff, especially Elizabeth at the front, was exceptionally wonderful. The parking was convenient across the street . The hotel has a great location in the city . Easily accessible to everything . Please note none of the rooms have microwaves . Highly recommend ..."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
LivINN Hotel Minneapolis South / Burnsville
"So nice to get a nice breakfast every morning."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Countryside
Southwest Minneapolis
If you're spending some time in Southwest Minneapolis, Lake Harriet and Chain of Lakes are top sights worth seeing.
West Bloomington
While visiting West Bloomington, you might make a stop by sights like Bloomington Ice Gardens and Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area.
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.
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.
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Minneapolis Institute of Art and Childrens Theatre Company are top sights worth seeing.
Powderhorn
If you're spending time in Powderhorn, check out sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Powderhorn Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.
