South Minneapolis Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
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Popular places to visit
Lake Harriet
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Harriet during your travels in Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside in this vibrant area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
Lake Nokomis
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Nokomis during your travels in Minneapolis. Visit the area's shops or amble around its lakeside.
Lake Hiawatha Park
After visiting Lake Hiawatha Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Minneapolis.
American Swedish Institute
You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in American Swedish Institute during your trip to Minneapolis. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
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.
Top hotels in South Minneapolis
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Even though the hot tub was broke(we were let known right at check in) the pools were great! The staff was amazing and our room was great! Parking could be cheaper or free for hotel guests but wasn’t an issue and easy paying for it! Walking bridge to mall was very close as well! Was worried about ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Clean rooms.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Pool was closed, as seems the current practice for many hotels who want to save money, my card was swiped twice for incidentals - resulting in two separate holds, and the carpet in the hallway of the 7th floor had stains and showed its age. The onsite restaurant was amazing and saved the stay!!!! ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Good breakfast
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
The staff here was amazing during our spring break trip. I loved the great luggage carts and all the support of the staff, as I was a little nervous about handling all of our bags etc. on my own. Great price too! We will def be back!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Food was only average.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Minneapolis
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.
Southwest Minneapolis
If you're spending some time in Southwest Minneapolis, Lake Harriet and Chain of Lakes 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.
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.
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.
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.
