Southwest 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.

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.

Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the entertainment choices 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.
Top hotels in Southwest Minneapolis

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
I had to go through too much just to get 3 extra dry towels! Front desk never answered their phones the whole stay overall its very clean
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
We purchased a room with 2 queen beds that stated it could accommodate 5 people, which we were traveling with. Upon arrival, there were 2 queen beds with no other sleeping options, we anticipated a small couch or pull-out. When I requested a hideaway, they could not provide this. They apologized ...
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Mall of America
Very satisfied with the property
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Check- in and staff were great. Shuttle to the airport was easy. Recommend this property.
Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Everything was perfect! The only issue I encountered was the shuttle service - although this is not the staff’s fault at all. The storm affected quite a bit and I don’t feel the hotel was ready. Otherwise, I would highly recommend the hotel and will definitely stay here the next time I’m in ...
Reviewed on 17 Mar 2026

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
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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 Childrens Theatre Company 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.

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.

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.

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.
