Title: Northwestern Precinct Travel Guide: Best of Northwestern Precinct, Minneapolis - St. Paul Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Northwestern Precinct](https://expedia.co.uk/Northwestern-Precinct-Hotels.d553248635976477107.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Flights to Minneapolis - St. Paul](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Minneapolis-St-Paul.d178287.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Minneapolis - St. Paul](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Minneapolis-St-Paul.d178287.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Northwestern Precinct Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Northwestern-Precinct.d553248635976477107.Car-Hire-Guide)[Northwestern Precinct Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Northwestern-Precinct.d553248635976477107.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Northwestern Precinct Travel Guide ## Minneapolis - St. Paul ![The house is a museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501815/09cfa751-2e82-4605-b6f9-3325ce010253.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![The house is a museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501815/09cfa751-2e82-4605-b6f9-3325ce010253.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Downtown Saint Paul.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6207959/9eebfc34-bb2b-44ff-bdb6-6d87c0f1de6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Science Museum of Minnesota showing street scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501821/0846eb16-b385-4935-b508-b50bd87c63f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Science Museum of Minnesota which includes interior views as well as a family](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501821/6f7f571e-58b8-4509-8aa2-cf9451944f1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Northwestern Precinct Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Minneapolis - St. Paul travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Minneapolis---St-Paul.dx178287) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Science Museum of Minnesota which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501821/c7ddf985-476e-4c38-b5a5-ba22cda3c333.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Science Museum of Minnesota Explore the wonders of nature, ancient artifacts and mind-blowing technology at this center, with an Omnitheater and interactive exhibits. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Science-Museum-Of-Minnesota-Minneapolis-St-Paul.d501821.Attraction) ![Minnesota State Capitol Building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501808/7118dc3a-86e6-40a5-883a-185b4a1bea8d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Minnesota State Capitol Minnesota State Capitol is just one of the places to see in St. Paul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Minnesota-State-Capitol-Minneapolis-St-Paul.d501808.Attraction) ![Downtown Saint Paul.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6207959/9eebfc34-bb2b-44ff-bdb6-6d87c0f1de6a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Minnesota Children's Museum You can take time to visit Minnesota Children's Museum during your travels to St. Paul. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Minnesota-Childrens-Museum-Minneapolis-St-Paul.d6207959.Attraction) ![Landmark Center](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6074500/72df1243-b657-4348-8188-809527ec0e6c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Landmark Center St. Paul’s remarkable cultural complex is home to a range of premier Twin Cities arts organizations, as well as space for music, dance, theater and public events. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Landmark-Center-Downtown-St-Paul.d6074500.Attraction) ![James J. Hill House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501815/614835c2-cedd-41f7-875a-fcd8a1d23f8f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### James J. Hill House The grand home of the builder of the Great Northern Railway has rugged stonework, intricate decorations and beautiful period furnishings. [](https://expedia.co.uk/James-J-Hill-House-Northwestern-Precinct.d501815.Attraction) #### Grand Casino Arena 5/5(1 review) Catch an event at Grand Casino Arena during your trip to St. Paul. Experience the area's fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Xcel-Energy-Center-Minneapolis-St-Paul.d6074508.Attraction) ### Things to do ![SEA LIFE at Mall of America](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/252427/6c959353-17fc-4a2f-8323-fe4ea3911e49.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### SEA LIFE at Mall of America £21 per adult **88%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/sea-life-at-mall-of-america.a252427.activity-details) ![Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48553071/4dd745c5-8c49-457b-82e6-6e99c8959951.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley £26 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/narrated-scenic-tour-on-the-minneapolis-trolley.a48553071.activity-details) ![St. Paul: Twin Cities Haunts Ghost Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47937231/a928517d-f6fd-49bb-8231-5ad2d4daa2aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows £18 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/st-paul-ghost-tours-sinister-sins-shadows.a47937231.activity-details) ![Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4121025/3bc92bac-63f9-4863-8977-950720610341.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour £7 per adult **86%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/minneapolis-river-walk-a-self-guided-audio-tour.a4121025.activity-details) ![Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/47322594/72d99170-fc8d-4840-8f90-fa1ffbe68245.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour £7 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/mighty-mississippi-self-guided-minneapolis-riverside-tour.a47322594.activity-details) ![Unique Zombie Survival Scavenger Hunt in Minneapolis](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51055775/ec7bb957-a98b-42b8-abf0-17c2236eb360.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Unique Zombie Survival Scavenger Hunt in Minneapolis £15 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/unique-zombie-survival-scavenger-hunt-in-minneapolis.a51055775.activity-details) [See all activities in Minneapolis - St. Paul](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Minneapolis-St-Paul.d178287.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Northwestern Precinct ![The Saint Paul Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19700/19645/8b7f1432_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Saint Paul Hotel 350 Market St St. Paul MN Stay at this luxury hotel in St. Paul. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,886 reviews) Great clean historic hotel. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=19645&PinnedHotelID=19645&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477107) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=25%2F02%2F2026&endDate=26%2F02%2F2026&selected=19645&PinnedHotelID=19645&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477107) ![Celeste of St Paul](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39580000/39575500/39575411/020caa47_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Celeste of St Paul 26 Exchange Street E St. Paul MN £110 13 Feb - 14 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in St. Paul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,399 reviews) The room was amazing. Only little thing, bathroom faucet was just trickling not a decent stream of water. Great breakfast! Great atmosphere in the hotel with it being in a nunnery. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=14%2F02%2F2026&selected=39575411&PinnedHotelID=39575411&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477107) ![Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/6900/6851/499121b5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America 1901 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN £73 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and free water park access. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 7.4/10 Good! (2,334 reviews) Overall we a had a very nice stay here. Pool was definitely a hit with the kids. Would stay again. House keeping said they come every 3 days, but didn't come during our 5 night stay, but no big deal. Location is perfect when going to and from the Mall and Nickelodeon. Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=6851&PinnedHotelID=6851&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477107) ![Radisson Blu Mall of America](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/6000000/5680000/5679900/5679898/0fe13c3a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Radisson Blu Mall of America 2100 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN £158 20 Feb - 21 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,844 reviews) Hands down best experience ever! Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=21%2F02%2F2026&selected=5679898&PinnedHotelID=5679898&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477107) ![Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/13000000/12790000/12786200/12786116/cf932937_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis 3200 E 81st St Bloomington MN £89 15 Feb - 16 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ... 9/10 Wonderful! (2,155 reviews) Yes Reviewed on 8 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=12786116&PinnedHotelID=12786116&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976477107) ![Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83520000/83513900/83513898/443608d7_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport 2301 E Old Shakopee Rd Bloomington MN £93 23 Feb - 24 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,806 reviews) The staff was great! Clean and comfortable. The breakfast was wonderful. Big variety, clean and something for everyone. 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Additional terms may apply. ## Check Northwestern Precinct hotel availability [Tonight ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477107&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12)[11 Feb - 12 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477107&startDate=2026-02-11&endDate=2026-02-12) [Tomorrow night ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477107&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13)[12 Feb - 13 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477107&startDate=2026-02-12&endDate=2026-02-13) [This weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477107&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026)[13 Feb - 15 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477107&startDate=13%2F02%2F2026&endDate=15%2F02%2F2026) [Next weekend ](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477107&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026)[20 Feb - 22 Feb](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.CheckPrices.DestinationExperience&adults=2&openPlayBack=true®ionId=553248635976477107&startDate=20%2F02%2F2026&endDate=22%2F02%2F2026) --- ### Other neighbourhoods around Northwestern Precinct ![Science Museum of Minnesota](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501821/e4e3f4b2-a15e-4d83-94ed-1ebaf508b656.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown St. Paul 4/5(5 area reviews) 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 Fitzgerald Theater. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Minneapolis-St-Paul-Downtown-St-Paul.dx6060020) ![Beautiful park where you can take a boat ride up and down the Mississippi River. #StPaul #MississippiRiver #riverboat #HarrietIsland](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976481243/f6378c95-322e-48ad-8fbb-1f96a7b3ebea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Side If you're spending some time in West Side, Mississippi River and Wabasha Street Caves are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Minneapolis-St-Paul-West-Side.dx553248635976481243) ![Science Museum of Minnesota showing street scenes and signage](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/501821/0846eb16-b385-4935-b508-b50bd87c63f0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### West Seventh If you're spending some time in West Seventh, Science Museum of Minnesota and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Minneapolis-St-Paul-West-Seventh.dx553248635976473710) ![The Weisman Art Museum on the U of M campus, overlooking the Mississippi River. Designed by Frank Gehry. www.bradleyhanson.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2426/3ef070a9-cd79-40d3-893f-5012b7276253.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Dinkytown 5/5(2 area reviews) Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Dinkytown. Top attractions like Williams Arena and Mariucci Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at East Bank Station or Stadium Village Station to see more of the city. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Minneapolis-St-Paul-Dinkytown.dx553248633938969579) ![Minneapolis Institute Of Arts is a huge, world class museum. Highly recommended. Regular exhibits plus features rotating exhibits: currently the largest collection of Rembrandts in the US. www.bradleyhanson.com](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/2426/7a697b03-6172-40c3-81c7-6f13112e7085.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 Powderhorn Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Minneapolis-St-Paul-Powderhorn.dx553248635976384197) ![Minneapolis - St. Paul](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248624894442533/d27c787b-603e-48c1-9d7c-fb8054aaff65.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Downtown East If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city. 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