Southwest Minneapolis Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Lake Harriet
Spend some time at one of Minneapolis’ most popular recreational areas and go sailing and swimming in the still waters or discover the trails on the foreshore.
Lyndale Park
Lyndale Park is just one of the places to see in Minneapolis, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Lakewood Cemetery
Explore the great outdoors at Lakewood Cemetery, a lovely green space in Minneapolis. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Lake Harriet Southeast Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake Harriet Southeast Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
Lake Harriet Band Shell
You can get tickets for a performance at Lake Harriet Band Shell during your stay in Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Museum of Russian Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Activities
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Our pick of the best Southwest Minneapolis Hotel Deals
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
The staff was top notch. I came with a group of seven for a work conference and they were extremely organized and made everything so smooth, including some administrative follow up I needed for my company. I booked with breakfast vouchers and it was a generous amount that could also be utilized for ...
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Yes the breakfast was fresh and the hot tub was warm and nice.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
I only stayed 1 night. The room was great! The bed was extremely comfortable. Easy check in and check out. Staff was friendly and accommodating.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
We had no hot water which made it very uncomfortable.
Reviewed on 12 May 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
The hotel was clean the rooms were real clean and nice and remodeled the pool was nice the jacuzzi was warm my stay was good I liked it and would stay again…
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
Everything was wonderdull
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Minneapolis
South Minneapolis
While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Parkway Theater or Lake Nokomis, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.
Powderhorn
If you're spending time in Powderhorn, check out sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Childrens Theatre Company and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.
Calhoun Isles
While you're in Calhoun Isles, take in top sights like Bde Maka Ska or Walker Art Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at West 21st Street Station or Bryn Mawr Station.
Whittier
If you're spending some time in Whittier, Minneapolis Institute of Art and Childrens Theatre Company are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
