Dinkytown Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
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.
Huntington Bank Stadium
Catch an event at Huntington Bank Stadium during your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Weisman Art Museum
The striking exterior design is just one of the highlights at this museum where it’s free to see exhibits ranging from modern art to ancient pottery and furniture.
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.
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.
Things to do
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Mall of America: Rock of Ages Blacklight Mini Golf Ticket
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Top hotels in Dinkytown
Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
Hotel was nice and clean and fifteen minutes from everything I needed.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis
Comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Rooms nice, clean and staff great
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Mall of America
The room was fairly clean. Not enough room in bathroom for our personal items. The staff were extremely friendly & helpful! Would definitely stay there again
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
more variety for breakfast, I could not find a table. No hot tub.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
The staff was very helpful and friendly. Good shuttle service, clean room, all the amenities we needed. Comfortable bed, lovely lighted green space outside our window. Enjoyed breakfast. Arrived too late for dinner at the restaurant.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dinkytown
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city.
Gateway District
If you're spending some time in Gateway District, Nicollet Mall and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Nicollet Mall and Foshay Tower, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
North Loop
If you're spending time in North Loop, check out sights like Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin or Target Field and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.
