Countryside 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.

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

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

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 Countryside

Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Yes
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Radisson Blu Mall of America
Friendly service
Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport
Clean and modern
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
We really loved it here. Spacious room. Clean pool area. Clean room. Honestly just no complaints. Even got my deposit back the same day as checkout.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Clean room, comfortable bed. Staff was very friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Countryside

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 Bloomington Ice Gardens and Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area.

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.

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.

