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.
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 theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Valleyfair Amusement Park
Bring your family to Valleyfair Amusement Park and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Shakopee. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly 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.
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
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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
"Lovely property!"
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown
"Parking was easy. Clean room"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
"Staff was very friendly. The valet parking was very professional and helpful."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"The couch/pull out futon thing was so obviously dirty and we had to ask for new linens. Our room was also missing the full length mirror which I had to request be replaced. Staff members were very nice and friendly and addressed these issues with urgency. However, our room was also very hot hard ..."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
"Clean room , helpful staff"
Reviewed on 10 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
"The location is hard to beat. The hotel connects into the Mall so you never have to go outside. The gym is one of the best I’ve been to at a hotel. The value for price is excellent."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Core
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
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.
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 Landmark Center.
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.
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.
