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 theatre scene.
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.
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.
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
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Rock of Ages Blacklight Mini Golf Ticket
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Our pick of the best Dinkytown Hotel Deals
Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
I love staying here when I am in town for Gopher sporting events! The staff is always friendly and the rooms are clean!
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Graduate by Hilton Minneapolis
Location, staff, cleanliness, and atmosphere.
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
The poolside room was perfect for our family
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Really good and clean. Always great staying at IHG
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Radisson Blu Mall of America
This property is so conveniently located with the Mall of America!
Reviewed on 18 Nov 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Friendly staff, clean room. Love that it was walking distance to mall of America
Reviewed on 20 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dinkytown
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum. 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 Nicollet Mall and Foshay Tower, 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 Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin or Target Field and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.
