Southwest Minneapolis Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Visit Southwest Minneapolis
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.

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.
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.
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.
Lake Harriet Southeast Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake Harriet Southeast Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
Bde Maka Ska Thomas Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bde Maka Ska Thomas Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
Activities

Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass

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 Southwest Minneapolis Hotel Deals

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Clean room
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Good value for money. Airport shuttle was convenient. Room was very clean and bed very comfortable.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

The Saint Paul Hotel
Clean room, beautiful lobby all decorated for Christmas, and in the heart of St Paul and park all decorated.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025

Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Clean spacious rooms, polite staff.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025

Radisson Blu Mall of America
Nice room
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Breakfast was hot and fresh. Pool area was under construction so no hot tub sadly.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
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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.

Uptown
Visitors to Uptown like its restaurants and lake views, and Chain of Lakes is a sight worth a stop.

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.

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.

