Gateway District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Gateway District
Popular places to visit
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 entertainment choices or attend a sporting event in this vibrant 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 great live music.
Minneapolis Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Minnesota State Fairgrounds
Enjoy a stop at Minnesota State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Falcon Heights. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theatre scene.
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
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Our pick of the best Gateway District Hotel Deals
Tru By Hilton Minneapolis Downtown
Room was spotless staff was overly great they deserve a raise
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Home2 Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown, MN
Location was perfect for us, staff was very helpful and friendly, room was spacious and clean. Overall we had a great time.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Four Seasons Hotel Minneapolis
We wanted to live here- great experience!
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
The kids had fun in the pool, and my daughter loved watching everything from the balcony.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Shuttle from airport was fast and easy. Room was very clean.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
The Saint Paul Hotel
Beautiful hotel! Seem less check in with friendly and accommodating staff: Walking distance to our venue with the door held open with a friendly greeting every time.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Gateway District
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.
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.
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.
