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.
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.
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 art galleries 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 acclaimed theatre scene.
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.
Activities
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
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
Staff was very helpful and courteous. The shuttle service was also very helpful in getting us to and from. The room was clean enough; it just needs a little updating. USB and C charging capability would be a great help.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Nice and respectful staff, the room was nice and spacious
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Staff
Reviewed on 12 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
As an IHG member, I appreciated having my checkout time adjusted to accommodate my plans. The rooms and facilities where attractive and clean. Overall, my stay was enjoyable.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport
Location, room, and breakfast was great. Frustrating that parking was not included and cost 15$ per vehicle
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
The Saint Paul Hotel
Great attention to detail and superb bar.
Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side
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 Minnesota Children's Museum.
Northwestern Precinct
If you're spending time in Northwestern Precinct, check out sights like Minnesota Children's Museum or Grand Casino Arena and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 10th Street Station or Robert Street Station.
West Seventh
If you're spending some time in West Seventh, Science Museum of Minnesota and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
Summit - University
If you're spending time in Summit - University, check out sights like Cathedral of Saint Paul or St Paul Curling Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dale Street Station or Victoria Street 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.
Powderhorn
If you're spending time in Powderhorn, check out sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Powderhorn Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.
