Core Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Mall of America
You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Mall of America, a popular shopping spot in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
U.S. Bank Stadium
Catch an event at U.S. Bank Stadium during your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
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.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your travels in Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Minnesota, Twin Cities during your trip to Minneapolis - St. Paul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Top hotels in Core
The Saint Paul Hotel
Excellent staff. Enjoyed the lobby cafe (the barista was awesome) and the carrot cake in the grill. The exercise room is in desperate need of some attention. Dirty, busted equipment, bathroom smells, no towels, etc. I’m not sure why hotels do not do a deep clean on each guest room a couple times ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
There was no bar in the room as far as I could tell. Front desk staff was very friendly. I did the valet parking, so yes, it was easy and they were quick getting my car when I checked out. Very pleasant stay. The bed was really comfortable. The room was nice and quiet.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown
The AC in our room did not work and no one came to help us. There was no continental breakfast and when we asked they said "well you have to pay a small fee". Parking is also not free at this hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Great location for a mall of America trip and cool indoor swim area for everyone. I can’t wait to visit again.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Skipped breakfast, room was clean, staff was amazing- they were very helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Older hotel but recently refurbished. Clean and staff helpful. Close to other restaurants at mall and tram to airport etc
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Core
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.
Summit - University
If you're spending time in Summit - University, check out sights like Cathedral of Saint Paul or St Paul Curling Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dale Street Station or Victoria Street Station.
West Seventh
If you're spending some time in West Seventh, Mississippi National River and Recreation Area and Science Museum of Minnesota are top sights worth seeing.
Dinkytown
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Dinkytown. Top attractions like Williams Arena and Mariucci Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at East Bank Station or Stadium Village Station to see more of the city.
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.
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city.
