Downtown East Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown East
Popular places to visit
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.
Guthrie Theater
The Guthrie Theater stands both as a testament to Minneapolis' long dramatic heritage and as a bold vision for civic architecture in the new millennium.
Mill City Museum
Learn about how a flour mill and the Mississippi River shaped the identity of Minneapolis at this exciting museum housed within 19th-century ruins.
Stone Arch Bridge
Stroll across this historic 23-arch bridge, which spans the mighty Mississippi and offers views of St. Anthony Falls and the Minneapolis riverfront.
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.
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.
Activities
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Our pick of the best Downtown East Hotel Deals
Radisson RED Minneapolis Downtown
Yes
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
The bathroom had broken fixtures
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Room was comfortable and spacious! Beautiful hotel! All of the staff members we encountered were polite and courteous!
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Breakfast food was still frozen in middle and the shower could use extra caulking-it’s all cracked. Otherwise clean pleasant room
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
All good
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
The staff here was amazing during our spring break trip. I loved the great luggage carts and all the support of the staff, as I was a little nervous about handling all of our bags etc. on my own. Great price too! We will def be back!
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown East
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.
Dinkytown
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Dinkytown. Top attractions like Williams Arena and Mariucci Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at East Bank Station or Stadium Village 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.
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 Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin.
