Southwest Minneapolis Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Visit Southwest 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.
Lyndale Park
Lyndale Park is just one of the places to see in Minneapolis, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Lake Harriet Southeast Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake Harriet Southeast Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
Lake Harriet Band Shell
You can get tickets for a performance at Lake Harriet Band Shell during your stay in Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Museum of Russian Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Southwest Minneapolis
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
We loved our stay here. Not your typical cookie cutter hotel. Had an old yet modern vibe and the rooms had a lot of character and were very clean. Staff was amazing, parking was simple. I couldn’t say enough good things. Highly recommend.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
The staff was absolutely fabulous. Breakfast was good. Beds were comfortable.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
Check in was fast. Staff were very friendly. Everything was excellent
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
I have stayed here a few times and I am never disappointed. Overall happy from booking to checkout. Definitely recommend
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Minneapolis
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.
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.
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.
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Minneapolis Institute of Art and Childrens Theatre Company are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
