Northwestern Precinct Travel Guide

Minneapolis - St. Paul

A large, historic brick building with multiple chimneys and a prominent archway.
The Minnesota Children's Museum with a glass tower and a Target advertisement.
The Science Museum of Minnesota building with a clear sky.
An indoor exhibit with a model of a bird in flight, a tree, and informational displays.
A modern building with large windows, a yellow floor, and red and blue structures.

Stay near popular Northwestern Precinct attractions

The Science Museum of Minnesota building with a clear sky.

Science Museum of Minnesota

9.0/10 (73 reviews)
Explore the wonders of nature, ancient artifacts and mind-blowing technology at this center, with an Omnitheater and interactive exhibits.
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Things to do

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

£24
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE at Mall of America
#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

£37
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour
Minnesota Twins Baseball Game at Target Field

Minnesota Twins Baseball Game at Target Field

£41
per adult
Minnesota Twins Baseball Game at Target Field
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

£29
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
St. Paul: Twin Cities Haunts Ghost Walking Tour

St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows

£18
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

£23
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
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Top hotels in Northwestern Precinct

The Saint Paul Hotel

The Saint Paul Hotel

4 out of 5
350 Market St St. Paul MN
The price is £89 per night from 13 Sept to 14 Sept
£89
13 Sept - 14 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,151 reviews)
"Each time I stay at the Saint Paul hotel, it exceeds my expectations. Thanks!"

Reviewed on 24 Aug 2026

The Saint Paul Hotel
Celeste of St Paul

Celeste of St Paul

3 out of 5
26 Exchange Street E St. Paul MN
The price is £107 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£107
26 Aug - 27 Aug
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. ...
Celeste of St Paul
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

3 out of 5
1901 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is £97 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
£97
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

3 out of 5
7800 International Drive Bloomington MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £80 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
£80
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,116 reviews)
"The room was small even for two people. Other than that it was a good stay and get location with a park and fly across the street!!"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

3 out of 5
1700 American Blvd E Bloomington MN
The price is £129 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
£129
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Bloomington. Enjoy 4 restaurants, free water park access and a lazy river. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,268 reviews)
"Wonderful to stay in, however be prepared for a high energy, buzzing atmosphere with zero “chill” areas. Definitely for an action packed family outing!"

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG

Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG

3 out of 5
5120 American Blvd. West Bloomington MN
The price is £63 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
£63
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG
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Where to stay in Northwestern Precinct

Find the best Northwestern Precinct areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "GOLD MEDAL FLOUR".

Downtown Minneapolis

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like U.S. Bank Stadium and Target Field, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

A large, historic building with a prominent dome and two towers.
Photo by Geraldine Soh
Open Photo by Geraldine Soh

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.

A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by greenery.

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.

A large cathedral with two towers and a dome, surrounded by a grassy area and a road with cars.

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 Fitzgerald Theater.

A large indoor amusement park with a glass ceiling and roller coaster tracks.
Photo by Mark Iverson
Open Photo by Mark Iverson

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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