Downtown West Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown West
Popular places to visit
Orpheum Theatre
You can get tickets for a performance at Orpheum Theatre during your stay in Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Nicollet Mall
During your visit to Minneapolis, you can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Nicollet Mall. Discover the lively bars and great live music in this vibrant area.
Mill Ruins Park
Explore the great outdoors at Mill Ruins Park, a lovely green space in Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
First Avenue
You can enjoy a show at First Avenue on your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
State Theatre
You can enjoy a show at State Theatre on your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Foshay Tower
Learn about the local history of Minneapolis when you spend time at Foshay Tower. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Activities
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Our pick of the best Downtown West Hotel Deals
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
Rooms are great! Clean & big for our family! Great breakfast and kind staff. Would go back.
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
Hilton Minneapolis
Absolutely best comfortable stay. Loved the convenience Starbucks coffee shop in lobby and loved walking distance to Phantom of the Opera and Brits Pub was amazing service and food
Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
Great value, nicely appointed for the price and the staff was very helpful and attentive. I would definitely recommend the property.
Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026
The Marquette Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
Spotless rooms and pleasant staff. Probably my favourite place to stay in Minneapolis
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Minneapolis / Downtown
Clean & spacious room. Convenient location and parking
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown West
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
