Southwest Minneapolis Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
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Popular places to visit
Lake Harriet
Spend some time at one of Minneapolis’ most popular recreational areas and go sailing and swimming in the still waters or discover the trails on the foreshore.
Lakewood Cemetery
Explore the great outdoors at Lakewood Cemetery, a lovely green space in Minneapolis. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Lyndale Park
Lyndale Park is just one of the places to see in Minneapolis, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Lake Harriet Southeast Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake Harriet Southeast Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
Lake Harriet Band Shell
You can get tickets for a performance at Lake Harriet Band Shell during your stay in Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Bde Maka Ska Thomas Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bde Maka Ska Thomas Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
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
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Top hotels in Southwest Minneapolis
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Clean. Rooms were quiet, once the door was closed to the balcony, you could not hear the pool area which was nice. The toddler area was pretty cold and the hot tubs jets were not working but those were minor and overall it was a nice stay and it was good to be so close to the mall. Not sure if it ...
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Very nice staff checking in. Very clean and quiet room. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
The Saint Paul Hotel
Ok
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Second time here room and pool/hot tub were great !!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
No idea
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Very friendly and helpful staff and the room was was just fine. Would stay again. Away from city itself but, mall was right there and the transit access is also close and very well run.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Minneapolis
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.
Powderhorn
If you're spending time in Powderhorn, check out sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Childrens Theatre Company and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.
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.
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.
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.
