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

The Depot Skating Rink

8.0/10 (1 review)
You can find out about the history of Minneapolis with a trip to The Depot Skating Rink. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

฿1,010
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE at Mall of America
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass

Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass

฿1,571
per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

฿372
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
St. Paul: Twin Cities Haunts Ghost Walking Tour

St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows

฿801
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

฿360
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

฿1,636
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
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Top hotels in Gateway District

Tru By Hilton Minneapolis Downtown

Tru By Hilton Minneapolis Downtown

2.5 out of 5
317 2nd Avenue South Minneapolis MN
The price is ฿3,134 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,134
฿3,668 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Tru By Hilton Minneapolis Downtown
Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis

Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis

5 out of 5
245 Hennepin Ave Minneapolis MN
The price is ฿19,179 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
฿19,179
฿22,444 total
10 Nov - 11 Nov
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 ...
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 ฿4,104 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,104
฿4,762 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

3 out of 5
1020 HAWTHORNE AVE Minneapolis MN
The price is ฿3,003 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,003
฿3,514 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

4.5 out of 5
35 S 7th St Minneapolis MN
The price is ฿3,621 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,621
฿4,238 total
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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 and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,319 reviews)
"I would stay here again. Walking distance from the Target Center. I went for a concert there so location was perfect."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
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
The price is ฿3,848 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿3,848
฿4,464 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (2,846 reviews)
"I think this is a great hotel for the price. It's super close to mall of america, the pool and hot tub area is really large (and open until midnight) and the breakfast actually has a lot of options."

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
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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 Nicollet Mall, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

A large neoclassical building with a prominent dome, surrounded by trees and parked 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 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 stone bridge with illuminated arches over a river, reflecting city lights.
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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 colorful indoor amusement park with a large Ferris wheel, various rides, and a 'Blue's Skidoo' attraction.

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.

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