South Minneapolis Travel Guide

Minneapolis - St. Paul

A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by greenery.
A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by greenery.
A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by lush greenery.
A neon sign reading "BIKES and PIECES" in a shop window.
A frozen waterfall with icicles hanging from the sides.

Stay near popular South Minneapolis attractions

A lakeside park with a gazebo, a boat dock, and a building with a pointed roof.

Lake Harriet

Spend some time at one of Minneapolis’ most popular recreational areas and go sailing and swimming in the still waters or discover the trails on the foreshore.
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Things to do

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

฿1,012
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE at Mall of America
Minneapolis: Mall of America 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

Minneapolis: Mall of America 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

฿1,523
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Minneapolis: Mall of America 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

฿562
per adult
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

฿2,644
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
St. Paul: Twin Cities Haunts Ghost Walking Tour

St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows

฿803
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

฿334
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Top hotels in South Minneapolis

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

3 out of 5
1901 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is ฿3,831 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
฿3,831
฿4,445 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,661 reviews)
"No air, too hot! No towels."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel

3.5 out of 5
2400 Mystic Lake Blvd. Prior Lake MN
The price is ฿5,116 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
฿5,116
฿5,698 total
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa resort in Prior Lake. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,662 reviews)
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Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

3 out of 5
1700 American Blvd E Bloomington MN
The price is ฿5,012 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
฿5,012
฿5,815 total
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly resort in Bloomington. Enjoy 4 restaurants, free water park access and a lazy river. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,223 reviews)
"Not much for amenities, run down and overpriced. Rooms were not kept up missing fixtures."

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
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
Fully refundable
The price is ฿4,761 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
฿4,761
฿5,524 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
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 ...
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Radisson Blu Mall of America

Radisson Blu Mall of America

4.5 out of 5
2100 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is ฿7,119 per night from 20 Aug to 21 Aug
฿7,119
฿8,260 total
20 Aug - 21 Aug
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! (3,145 reviews)
"Very expensive hotel with very few amenities. The restaurant is VERY expensive! The pool was closed. Really it’s only convenient to the mall and that’s it."

Reviewed on 27 Jul 2026

Radisson Blu Mall of America
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

3 out of 5
7800 International Drive Bloomington MN
The price is ฿3,834 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
฿3,834
฿4,449 total
28 Aug - 29 Aug
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 ...
8.4/10 Very good! (3,124 reviews)
"Good location"

Reviewed on 28 Jul 2026

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
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Where to stay in South Minneapolis

Find the best South Minneapolis areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "GOLD MEDAL FLOUR".

Downtown Minneapolis

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like U.S. Bank Stadium and Target Field, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

A large, historic building with a prominent dome and two towers.
Photo by Geraldine Soh
Open Photo by Geraldine Soh

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.

A large cathedral with two towers and a dome, surrounded by a grassy area and a road with cars.

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.

A large indoor amusement park with a glass ceiling and roller coaster tracks.
Photo by Mark Iverson
Open Photo by Mark Iverson

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.

A carousel, a Ferris wheel, and a large indoor amusement park structure.

South Loop

While you're in South Loop, take in top sights like Mall of America or Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 28th Avenue Station or Mall of America Station.

South Minneapolis Travel Guide