Mill District Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Mill District
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
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.
Activities
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
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 Mill District Hotel Deals
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Ordered towels, they never arrived
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Not having use of the saltwater pool was incredibly disappointing.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
The bed/room was great. The staff is excellent. The location is perfect for us.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
The automatic pancake machine was amazing! Great breakfast.
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
How does it cost $300 a night before tax
Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Great hotel. Clean and friendly staff. Only one of the three elevator worked during the stay which was a little inconvenient but things happen I guess. Room was clean and comfortable. East on and off 494 and close to mall and by light rail station if would use. Safe area and spacious parking lot. ...
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Mill District
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.
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.
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 Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Target Field and Nicollet Mall, 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 Target Field or Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.
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.
