Uptown 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 theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your travels in Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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.
Nickelodeon Universe
Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.
Things to do
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
The Selfie Company | Minnesota's Premier Selfie Experience
Top hotels in Uptown
MOXY Minneapolis Uptown
"We tried to book over the phone and were directed to just look online which was a little annoying because we were booking last minute/same night but overall our experience was great! Loved the free welcome drink, the room was clean and everything you need for a quick girls trip."
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"Perfect! Loved the pool for my children!"
Reviewed on 1 Jun 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
"Friendly staff in bar area at LakeShore. The only"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
"Bar was well run. Dinner was good. Shuttle was excellent"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
"We stayed there two nights while in town visiting family. The staff was awesome"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
LivINN Hotel Minneapolis South / Burnsville
"I stay here all the time. Clean rooms, comfortable beds great breakfasts and great staff!"
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Uptown
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.
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Minneapolis Institute of Art and Childrens Theatre Company are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
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.
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.
