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.
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.
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.
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.
Minneapolis Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your travels in Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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 Southwest Minneapolis
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"Nice stay."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
"We stayed for an overnight on our way home from a trip, while wanting to stop at the MOA, and even though we didn't use the water park here it was still quiet and comfortable (we were on the 8th floor). The food options were nice but Dunkin Donuts was a letdown. There were no munchkins even though ..."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
"Stated for our 24th anniversary to attend the comedy house at moa , we were upgraded to find someone was already in the room! Went back to the front desk and was given one of the best rooms in the hotel! Definitely not necessary but absolutely amazing!"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
"Friendly courteous staff. Spacious clean rooms. Fully stocked hot breakfast buffet. Ample parking. Walking distance to three restaurants on property and the Mall of America. Close to the airport."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
"Clean and nice, friendly staff"
Reviewed on 28 May 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 Powderhorn Park 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.
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Minneapolis Institute of Art and Childrens Theatre Company are top sights worth seeing.
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.
