Southwest Minneapolis Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
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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
Good location, friendly and helpful front desk. What sold me on this property was the featured 6000 square foot fitness center so I was disappointed to learn that it was turned into a ballroom a month ago. The pics are still in their marketing material which I think is very misleading. We stayed ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Was a perfect stay from a long drive. Thank you.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
I only stayed 1 night. The room was great! The bed was extremely comfortable. Easy check in and check out. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Overall stay was great. Disappointed that there was a $15 charge for parking per day. There was a big lot to self-park. I guess I didn't read the fine print. Unfortunately, since there are hotels nearby that have free parking, we will never book here agai
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Room was nice overall. Had a party of 6 so we got the 2 queen and pull out couch which was very nice. Room only had three towels which was lame but not a big deal. The pool area was great but the hot tub had a “no kids under 14” rule which I didn’t like and none of the water features were functional. ...
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
Everything was wonderdull
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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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 Childrens Theatre Company 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.
