South Loop 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.

Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.

Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium during your trip to 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.
Things to do

Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Top hotels in South Loop

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
This was a great trip for family and great location to MOA.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026

Radisson Blu Mall of America
We were upgraded to an executive suite. It was incredibly nice!! Very clean. Well stocked. Great view! We had access to the lounge and there were many great options for food and drink. All complimentary. Breakfast was complimentary as well. I love that it is connected to the Mall of America. We saw ...
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Across the street is a pedestrian bridge that takes you Mall of America. The hotel is adjacent to a IHOP and a TGI Friday that delivwrs to the hotel. There an area outside with designated smoking and a fire pit. There's a pool and hot tub area. Free breakfast in the morning Family friendly. Great ...
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026

Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Convenient airport shuttle
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
The bar food area had great food for value. Convenient and excellent quality. Nice peaceful place to eat and relax. Good option for early travel plans. Well worth the stay.
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Airport
did not eat breakfast but area looked nice
Reviewed on 25 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Loop

East Bloomington
While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Nickelodeon Universe, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue 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.

Southwest Minneapolis
If you're spending some time in Southwest Minneapolis, Lake Harriet and Chain of Lakes are top sights worth seeing.

West Bloomington
While visiting West Bloomington, you might make a stop by sights like Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area and Bloomington Ice Gardens.

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.

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.


