Highlands 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.
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.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
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.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
Things to do
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Highlands
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
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Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Staff is always friendly and the rooms are immaculate. Bed was super comfortable! We arrived early and front desk staff made a phone call to me when my room was available. Kudos and thank you to the front desk staff!!!
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Spent four nights at the Radisson Blu and loved every moment of it
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport
The breakfast never disappoints. It is so good.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Our stay at the Wyndham in Bloomington was overall just okay. The morning of our arrival, we received a text that the hot tub was out of service. While I understand that maintenance issues happen, it was disappointing to find out the day-of, especially if that amenity factored into the booking decision. ...
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Staff was friendly and fast at check and when I had questions.
Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Highlands
Southwest Minneapolis
If you're spending some time in Southwest Minneapolis, Lake Harriet and Chain of Lakes 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.
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.
West Bloomington
While visiting West Bloomington, you might make a stop by sights like Bloomington Ice Gardens and Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area.
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.
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.
