Northwestern Precinct Travel Guide

Minneapolis - St. Paul

A large, historic brick building with multiple chimneys and a prominent archway.
The Minnesota Children's Museum with a glass tower and a Target advertisement.
The Science Museum of Minnesota building with a clear sky.
An indoor exhibit with a model of a bird in flight, a tree, and informational displays.
A modern building with large windows, a yellow floor, and red and blue structures.

Stay near popular Northwestern Precinct attractions

The Science Museum of Minnesota building with a clear sky.

Science Museum of Minnesota

9.0/10 (73 reviews)
Explore the wonders of nature, ancient artifacts and mind-blowing technology at this center, with an Omnitheater and interactive exhibits.
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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
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
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
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Top hotels in Northwestern Precinct

The Saint Paul Hotel

The Saint Paul Hotel

4 out of 5
350 Market St St. Paul MN
The price is ฿4,500 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
฿4,500
฿5,260 total
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in St. Paul. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (2,243 reviews)
"Service was good. Added a roll out bed the last minute for my son."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

The Saint Paul Hotel
Celeste of St Paul

Celeste of St Paul

3 out of 5
26 Exchange Street E St. Paul MN
The price is ฿3,910 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
฿3,910
฿4,570 total
7 Oct - 8 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in St. Paul. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,320 reviews)
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Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Celeste of St Paul
Roami at The Fitz

Roami at The Fitz

4 out of 5
77 9th St E St. Paul MN
The price is ฿2,779 per night from 3 Nov to 4 Nov
฿2,779
฿6,778 total
3 Nov - 4 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in St. Paul. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Grand Casino Arena and Minnesota ...
Roami at The Fitz
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

3 out of 5
1901 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
The price is ฿4,108 per night from 15 Oct to 16 Oct
฿4,108
฿4,766 total
15 Oct - 16 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 ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,850 reviews)
"The staff were rude"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

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 ฿3,193 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,193
฿3,737 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 ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,649 reviews)
"My second time staying here, this time I had rented a car, they have a lot right behind the hotel. The front desk person that checked me in was fantastic, I had had a rough go of it with Budget rent a car , it was raining & the gentlemen that checked me in couldn't have been nicer. The bartender ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

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 ฿3,624 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
฿3,624
฿4,241 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! (2,320 reviews)
"Pretty decent hotel for the price we paid. Quiet rooms and HVAC wasn't the typical noise party with wall units. Was notified at check in that they don't do housekeeping unless requested, and to call the front desk to request anything, which is fine. But things like coffee, cups creamer were a daily ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
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Where to stay in Northwestern Precinct

Find the best Northwestern Precinct 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 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 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 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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