Mill District Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Guthrie Theater
Watch a show at night or tour the remarkable building during the day at this world-class theater in Minneapolis.
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.
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.
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.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
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.
Things to do
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
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Top hotels in Mill District
Aloft Minneapolis
Great staff
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Staff was very helpful , we got a poolside room had the time of our life. It was slapping time on Christmas night. We smoked weed in the room and by the pool. The manger hung out and smoked with us also .
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Very clean hotel
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
The Saint Paul Hotel
Staff was amazing!!! I was treated like royalty!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Room
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Amazing
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Mill District
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.
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 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.
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.
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.
