West Side Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
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.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your travels in Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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.
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.
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 West Side Hotel Deals
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"Poor customer service overall"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
"Friendly staff in bar area at LakeShore. The only"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
"Bar was well run. Dinner was good. Shuttle was excellent"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
"Front desk executives were very cordial and warm Breakfast was basic, however surroundings were clean and hygienic Had a nice vacation"
Reviewed on 3 June 2026
LivINN Hotel Minneapolis South / Burnsville
"I stay here all the time. Clean rooms, comfortable beds great breakfasts and great staff!"
Reviewed on 2 June 2026
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
Our guide on where to stay in West Side
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 U.S. Bank Stadium, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
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.
Downtown St. Paul
Travellers choose Downtown St. Paul for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station and check out top sights like Fitzgerald Theater.
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.
East Bloomington
While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Nickelodeon Universe, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue Station.
