Downtown East Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
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.
Guthrie Theater
Watch a show at night or tour the remarkable building during the day at this world-class theater in Minneapolis.
Stone Arch Bridge
Stroll across this historic 23-arch bridge, which spans the mighty Mississippi and offers views of St. Anthony Falls and the Minneapolis riverfront.
Mill City Museum
Learn about how a flour mill and the Mississippi River shaped the identity of Minneapolis at this exciting museum housed within 19th-century ruins.
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.
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 East
Radisson RED Minneapolis Downtown
Perfect location for walking over to US Bank. Only piece of advice is making sure you understand that parking is tricky when an event is going on, even when you have hotel parking. We called for some help and were told “best of luck,” as roads were shut down. Being from out of town, we didn’t know ...
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District
Friendly and helpful staff. Great location, close to transportation, restaurants and sights
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
This was a great trip for family and great location to MOA.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport Mall of America
Two elevators weren’t working the day we checked in the next morning no elevators were working had to vary our luggage down 5 floors. Elderly people were carrying their luggage down the stairs also with no help from anyone. No hot water to shower in the morning.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Beautiful hotel, quiet, clean, very nice staff throughout.
Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
No complaints, clean, close to airport with shuttle. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown East
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 Target Field and Nicollet Mall, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
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.
