Downtown West Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Nicollet Mall
During your visit to Minneapolis, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nicollet Mall. Discover the lively bars and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Orpheum Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Orpheum Theatre during your stay in Minneapolis. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene 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
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 West
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
The location, staff, and room were all phenomenal.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
The Marquette Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Room was clean and cozy. Staff was helpful.
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hilton Minneapolis
The valet parking was very helpful as was the bellman. Check in was easy and the room was spotless. We enjoyed the buffet breakfast, very good variety. Also being shuttled to the concert was a plus.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
The staff at the Hyatt Centric Downtown are the nicest and most helpful staff I have ever encountered at a hotel. I was having trouble with my car key fob and the staff up front did everything to help problem solve. From offering to troubleshoot in person with me, locating local dealer and also trying ...
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
Parking garage is very small
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown
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Reviewed on 14 Apr 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.
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.
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.
