South Loop 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.
Nickelodeon Universe
Bring the children to Nickelodeon Universe and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium during your trip to 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.
Top hotels in South Loop
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
No ding for a minor cleaning thing or the wrapped plastic water cups. Bed and room were very comfortable. Only 2 miles from MSP and free shuttle. Nice little bar, restaurant with limited menu. Nice coffee shop just across the street.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 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
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
This place is very deceiving. We got a pool side room with pictures showing a sliding glass door leading out to the pool. When we arrived we were put on second floor. No pool entrance from the room. At check in is when they tell you its $10 a day for parking. There is no arcade, just a few claw machines. ...
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Hot tub was under consyruction even though website said it was supposed to be completed weeks before our stay. Bed was rock hard. Parking lot wasn't plowed and barely driveable. I will never stay here again.
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Minneapolis Airport, MN
no support at check in when their system was down unprofessional in the matters of resolving their issues that put their guests out of a room
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Loop
East Bloomington
While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Nickelodeon Universe, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue Station.
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.
West Bloomington
While visiting West Bloomington, you might make a stop by sights like Bloomington Ice Gardens and Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area.
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.
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.
West Seventh
If you're spending some time in West Seventh, Science Museum of Minnesota and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
