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 art galleries 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 top-notch restaurants and entertainment choices 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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
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
Hilton Minneapolis
Very clean and quiet. Excellent location for attending an event at The Minnesota Orchestra.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
The building is georgeus. The room was very good. Huge bathroom. All clean. The view from our window was other office building.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown
Hotel is very nice, and very clean
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
Very clean with friendly staff.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
The Marquette Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
The hotel was beautiful and staff plus service was fantastic!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Hilton Garden Inn Minneapolis Downtown
My partner and I's stay was very nice and relaxing. Everything was as described, room was clean and comfy (a little outdated but overall still nice), amenities were nice, and staff were very friendly and helpful. We didn't get to try the restaurant or swim in the pool but both looked nice. Overall ...
Reviewed on 6 Jan 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.
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.
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.
