Downtown West Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul





Popular places to visit

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.

Nicollet Mall
During your visit to Minneapolis, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nicollet Mall. Discover the lively bars and great live music 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

Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour

Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Top hotels in Downtown West

Hilton Minneapolis
The comforter was covered in hair when we arrived, there was a weird object above our door that we didn’t notice until we were leaving, and things were missing.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
Staff is on point, extremely professional. Room was amazing, on site restaurant was spot on. No issues, in the skyway, would recommend to friends and will stay again.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

The Marquette Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
tons of stains, strange smell rude employees dumb parking ramp
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hampton Inn & Suites Minneapolis / Downtown
The room was clean, and the staff very welcoming. The location is great for downtown activities too. Oddly, the bedsheets were intensely staticky, so I got a little shock now and again getting in and out bed. Otherwise, this was a great location.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown
Great room close to venue
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
Room was clean, we were actually upgraded to a suite which was a pleasant surprise. The room was very clean and spacious. The hotel atmosphere was perfect for my team that was staying there.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 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 Nicollet Mall and Foshay Tower, 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 Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin or Target Field 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 Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin.

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.

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.

