West Side Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Minnesota, Twin Cities during your trip to Minneapolis - St. Paul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
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 West Side
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Clean, great staff, great view
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Room was clean, however no microwave inside and the bathroom had a horrible shower. The swimming pool was not in use, had to get shuttled to their sister hotel the country inn. I’m gone leave it…..
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
The Bed was comfortable. The Shower was not impressive. I also did not see when I booked the hotel that they would be charging me to park overnight. The breakfast was good. The staff were pleasant, polite, and respectful.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Bed was comfortable room was quiet easy to get to the mall of America
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport
The breakfast never disappoints. It is so good.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Upon check in, the person helping us was less than professional, we were not given our wrist bands which we didn’t even know we need until way later when we were down at the pool. The hot tub was down, which we were notified of right after booking, as soon as we got to the pool, someone defecated ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
Downtown St. Paul
Travellers choose Downtown St. Paul for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station and check out top sights like Minnesota Children's Museum.
Northwestern Precinct
If you're spending time in Northwestern Precinct, check out sights like Fitzgerald Theater or Minnesota Children's Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 10th Street Station or Robert Street Station.
West Seventh
If you're spending some time in West Seventh, Science Museum of Minnesota and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
Summit - University
If you're spending time in Summit - University, check out sights like Cathedral of Saint Paul or St Paul Curling Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dale Street Station or Victoria Street Station.
Macalester - Groveland
Macalester - Groveland might not have many top sights, but Allianz Field and Riverview Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
