Southwest Minneapolis Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lake Harriet
Spend some time at one of Minneapolis’ most popular recreational areas and go sailing and swimming in the still waters or discover the trails on the foreshore.
Lakewood Cemetery
Explore the great outdoors at Lakewood Cemetery, a lovely green space in Minneapolis. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
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.
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.
Things to do
Top hotels in Southwest Minneapolis
![Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Airport Mall of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/460000/455200/455156/f203b050_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2024
![Radisson Blu Mall of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5680000/5679900/5679898/9d4c7244_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12790000/12786200/12786116/a3720009_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/64100/64078/efb702e3_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/570000/565100/565006/162455c8_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Mystic Lake Casino Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/200000/199000/198946/f4251357_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Minneapolis
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Uptown
Visitors to Uptown like its restaurants and lake views, and Chain of Lakes is a sight worth a stop.
![Minneapolis Institute of Arts which includes interior views, art and a statue or sculpture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27458-Minneapolis-Institute-Of-Arts.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Lake Calhoun showing windsurfing, a sporting event and landscape views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27353-Lake-Calhoun.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Minnehaha Park featuring a pond, forests and a park](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/27000/27641-Minnehaha-Park.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
South Minneapolis
While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Lake Nokomis or Lake Harriet, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.
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Downtown West
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown West. Nicollet Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station to see more of Minneapolis.
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Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.