Dinkytown Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 entertainment choices.
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 Weisman Art Museum wears its artistic credentials on its sleeve, sporting a riverside entrance that is veritable abstract 'painting' of steel and glass.
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.
Activities
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Dinkytown Hotel Deals
Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
"The property is adjacent to the metro line making it extremely easy to get to the ball game! The room was no frills, just safe and clean. Refrigerator in room but no microwave. Included breakfast is very lame - dry cereal, yogurt, coffee. Overall a straight up property for what I needed, no ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"Walking distance to MoA, great to take a dip in the pool and hot tub after a day of riding the rides and shopping the stores"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
"It’s was great being there Clean room Great parking"
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
"The access to the mall was very convenient. Shuttle from/to the airport was nice."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dinkytown
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like U.S. Bank Stadium and Guthrie Theater. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome 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.
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 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.
North Loop
If you're spending time in North Loop, check out sights like Target Field or Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.
Warehouse District
Travellers choose Warehouse District for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station and check out top sights like Target Field.
