Merriam Park Travel Guide

Minneapolis - St. Paul

Mississippi River from Marshall Avenue in St. Paul (Lake Street in Minneapolis). Bike paths on both sides of the river! facebook.com/bradleyhansonphotography
Best Places in Twin Cities to Take Fall Portraits

Plenty of maple trees, not crowded in the morning, gets very good natural West light in the afternoon.

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Best Places in Twin Cities to Take Fall Portraits

Shadow Falls – about 5-10 min hike down from the parking lot. Delicious colors from maple trees all around.

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Popular places to visit

Things to do


Top hotels in Merriam Park

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

3 out of 5
1901 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is ฿3,030 per night from 15 Apr to 16 Apr
฿3,030
฿3,516 total
15 Apr - 16 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 indoor pools and free water park access. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,369 reviews)
Internet was fast, but due to weather the shuttles werent running

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Radisson Blu Mall of America

Radisson Blu Mall of America

4.5 out of 5
2100 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is ฿6,285 per night from 23 Mar to 24 Mar
฿6,285
฿7,293 total
23 Mar - 24 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,892 reviews)
Very satisfied with the property

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Radisson Blu Mall of America
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG

2.5 out of 5
7801 12TH Ave S Bloomington MN
The price is ฿3,014 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
฿3,014
฿3,497 total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
9/10 Wonderful! (3,159 reviews)
Check- in and staff were great. Shuttle to the airport was easy. Recommend this property.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis

Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis

4 out of 5
3200 E 81st St Bloomington MN
Fully refundable
The price is ฿3,403 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿3,403
฿3,949 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a free airport shuttle. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,208 reviews)
No pets

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN

3 out of 5
2221 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is ฿3,554 per night from 13 Apr to 14 Apr
฿3,554
฿4,123 total
13 Apr - 14 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and free parking. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,299 reviews)
Room and bathroom were clean ,comfortable bed bathroom could use a new toilet seat. I enjoyed my stay staff is super nice

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

4.5 out of 5
35 S 7th St Minneapolis MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,487 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿3,487
฿4,092 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,877 reviews)
Our stay was awesome! The hotel was very nice and clean. Staff were friendly and helpful.

Reviewed on 16 Mar 2026

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
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Other neighbourhoods around Merriam Park

Panorama of St. Paul, Minnesota at night

Macalester - Groveland

Macalester - Groveland might not have many top sights, but Allianz Field and Minnesota Governor's Residence are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Macalester - Groveland
Cathedral of Saint Paul

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.

Summit - University
The Weisman Art Museum on the U of M campus, overlooking the Mississippi River. Designed by Frank Gehry. www.bradleyhanson.com

Dinkytown

5/5(2 area reviews)

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.

Dinkytown
Science Museum of Minnesota showing street scenes and signage

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.

West Seventh
Minneapolis Institute Of Arts is a huge, world class museum. Highly recommended. Regular exhibits plus features rotating exhibits: currently the largest collection of Rembrandts in the US. www.bradleyhanson.com

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.

Powderhorn
Trees in Fall

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.

Elliot Park


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