Dinkytown Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
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 great live music.
Huntington Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Huntington Bank Stadium during your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Weisman Art Museum
The striking exterior design is just one of the highlights at this museum where it’s free to see exhibits ranging from modern art to ancient pottery and furniture.
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.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour
Top hotels in Dinkytown
Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
"Everything was standard, though the breakfast was lscking in protein options."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis
"We absolutely love our stay at the Graduate! The staff was amazing so happy and helpful. The whole theme of Mn was a treat! We highly recommend it!"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"Great location, friendly stuff ,has shuttle to the mall and to the airport"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
"The location is great for exploring Minneapolis ."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
"Needs renovation for sure. Bathroom door stuck, makes loud noises when moved beds were loud, every time you moved the base would squeak. Room was incredibly hot all weekend. Thermostat would not go lower than 68 they were going to send a person but got to late and we had to go to sleep as we left ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
"There were no covers on any of the ceiling lights in the room. The bathroom floor tile was cracked in several spots. The room was remodeled at some point and the carpet still had pieces missing where there was once a wall. There were big tears in the wall paper in the hallway. Breakfast was pretty ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Dinkytown
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.
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.
Downtown St. Paul
Travellers choose Downtown St. Paul for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station and check out top sights like Landmark Center.
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.
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.
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