Downtown West Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Orpheum Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Orpheum Theatre during your stay in Minneapolis. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
Nicollet Mall
During your visit to Minneapolis, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nicollet Mall. Discover the top-notch restaurants and great live music 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.
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.
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 entertainment choices.
Top hotels in Downtown West
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
Our stay was awesome! The hotel was very nice and clean. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
The Marquette Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
The staff was so helpful with anything I needed or asked. The room was clean and in a great location.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026
Hilton Minneapolis
Excellent staff. Comfortable stay
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
Would bring your own pillows if possible but everything was great
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown
Made to order breakfast was wonderful. Friendly, helpful staff. Cleanliess of room was disappointing
Reviewed on 20 Mar 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Downtown
NO PARKING UNLESS YOU PAY 35-40$ A NIGHT FOR VALET PARKING! The breakfast was so mid. Dry eggs, and very basic. So disappointed with this stay.
Reviewed on 19 Mar 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.
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, Music Box Theatre and 1221 Nicolette Mall Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
