Downtown East Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Guthrie Theater
Watch a show at night or tour the remarkable building during the day at this world-class theater in Minneapolis.
Stone Arch Bridge
Stroll across this historic 23-arch bridge, which spans the mighty Mississippi and offers views of St. Anthony Falls and the Minneapolis riverfront.
Mill City Museum
Learn about how a flour mill and the Mississippi River shaped the identity of Minneapolis at this exciting museum housed within 19th-century ruins.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
Minneapolis Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour
2-Hour Historic Heartbeats of Minneapolis Senior Tour with Guide
Minneapolis: Skyway Walking Tour with Drinks
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Top hotels in Downtown East
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown East
Cedar-Riverside
If you're spending time in Cedar-Riverside, check out sights like Mississippi River or Mary Tyler Moore statue and hop on the metro to see more of the city at West Bank Station or Cedar - Riverside Station.
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.
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.
Dinkytown
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Dinkytown. Top attractions like Huntington Bank Stadium and Mississippi River are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at East Bank Station or Stadium Village Station to see more of the city.
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
North Loop
If you're spending time in North Loop, check out sights like Target Field or Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.