South Minneapolis Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Visit South Minneapolis
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.
Lake Nokomis
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Nokomis during your travels in Minneapolis. Visit the area's shops or amble around its lakeside.
Lake Hiawatha Park
After visiting Lake Hiawatha Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Minneapolis.
American Swedish Institute
Learn about Swedish culture and the achievements of notable Swedish-Americans when you explore this center with a historic mansion, galleries, workshops and a restaurant.
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
If Abbott Northwestern Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Minneapolis.
Parkway Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Parkway Theater on your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in South Minneapolis
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Hot tub not working.. the rooms were cleaned but not fully cleaned
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Clean room. Room was standard. View of the roof of casino. We were not there for the casino, instead, a show so really can’t rank casino
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
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Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Staff was friendly and helpful. Room was clean and comfortable. Only fault was common areas could have been cleaner. CJ the shuttle driver was GREAT! Very personable, very enjoyable.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Dirty
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
No issues, nice property, very close to airport, would stay again.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Minneapolis
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.
Southwest Minneapolis
If you're spending some time in Southwest Minneapolis, Lake Harriet and Chain of Lakes 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.
Loring Park
If you're spending some time in Loring Park, 1221 Nicolette Mall Shopping Center and Basilica of Saint Mary are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
