Gateway District Travel Guide

Minneapolis - St. Paul

A modern building with arched windows and a tree-lined pathway.
A historical site with ruins, a river, and modern buildings in the background.
A multi-lane highway with vehicles, a church, and a tall tower.
A large, historic building with a prominent dome and two towers.
A stone bridge with illuminated arches over a river, reflecting city lights.

Stay near popular Gateway District attractions

Old Milwaukee Road Depot

10.0/10 (1 review)
Enjoy a stop at Old Milwaukee Road Depot, an entertaining place to visit in Minneapolis. Amble around this vibrant area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
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Things to do

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

฿1,075
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE at Mall of America
#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

฿2,085
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

฿556
per adult
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

฿1,258
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

฿794
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

฿397
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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Top hotels in Gateway District

Emery, Autograph Collection Hotel

Emery, Autograph Collection Hotel

4.5 out of 5
215 Fourth Street South Minneapolis MN
The price is ฿4,950 per night from 13 Aug to 14 Aug
฿4,950
฿5,792 total
13 Aug - 14 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (792 reviews)
"It was a stunning hotel, staff was great, will definitely stay again ❤️"

Reviewed on 10 Aug 2026

Emery, Autograph Collection Hotel
Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis

Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis

5 out of 5
245 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis MN
The price is ฿16,266 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
฿16,266
฿19,035 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (352 reviews)
"Every last detail was perfect. Amenities are impressive and service was warm and gracious. Every single person we encountered was genuine and helpful. Pool is such a great vibe!"

Reviewed on 8 Aug 2026

Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

3 out of 5
1901 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is ฿3,204 per night from 9 Sept to 10 Sept
฿3,204
฿3,717 total
9 Sept - 10 Sept
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! (2,714 reviews)
"Family-friendly, great staff"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Wyndham Bloomington - 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 ฿3,069 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿3,069
฿3,560 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
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! (3,112 reviews)
"Will be a very nice place when the renovations are complete. Easy to get to MSP airport. Very nice room and a really good breakfast"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

3 out of 5
1700 American Blvd E Bloomington MN
The price is ฿4,917 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
฿4,917
฿5,704 total
25 Aug - 26 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 ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,251 reviews)
"We had a great time there and the app made it so much easier. Even had a live chat so that maintenance could come by and show me how to work one of the lights. 😄 The only downside was that the pool closed at 8 pm, wish it was 9 like so many others. But overall, great!"

Reviewed on 11 Aug 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG

Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG

3 out of 5
5120 American Blvd. West Bloomington MN
The price is ฿2,805 per night from 10 Sept to 11 Sept
฿2,805
฿3,254 total
10 Sept - 11 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG
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Where to stay in Gateway District

Find the best Gateway District 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 waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by greenery.

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.

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 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 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.

Gateway District Travel Guide