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 acclaimed art galleries.
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.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Nickelodeon Universe
A fully featured theme park where SpongeBob and the Rugrats provide the thrills and spills to keep kids (of all ages) fully entertained.
Activities
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Minnesota Twins Baseball Game at Target Field
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Minneapolis Candlelight Ghost Trolley Tour
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Our pick of the best Dinkytown Hotel Deals
Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
Reviewed on 14 Aug. 2025
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
Reviewed on 13 Aug. 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Reviewed on 16 Aug. 2025
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Reviewed on 15 Aug. 2025
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.
Gateway District
If you're spending some time in Gateway District, Nicollet Mall and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
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.
- Weisman Art Museum
- Mariucci Arena
- Williams Arena
- Mall of America
- U.S. Bank Stadium
- Nickelodeon Universe
- Lake Minnetonka
- Paisley Park
- Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
- Canterbury Park
- Nicollet Mall
- Twin Cities Premium Outlets
- University of Minnesota-West Bank Campus
- Minnehaha Park
- Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin
- Guthrie Theater