Southwest Minneapolis
Minneapolis - St. Paul
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.
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?
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.
Things to do
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Top hotels in Southwest Minneapolis
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Room was spotless! Food and service was amazing at the Steakhouse! Had a great time!!
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
The room was clean, the food at the restaurant was top notch! Only complaint is paying extra for parking.
Reviewed on 15 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Staff was always excellent and friendly. The facilities were a bit worn but they were slowly remodeling. You could tell the carpet in the hallway was high quality. We had the executive suite and it was well worth it. My children loved the unique architecture.
Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026
Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport
Clean and modern
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Staff was nice, room was not cleaned as well there was things left from a previous guest. Pool was great!
Reviewed on 13 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Seamless shuttle service to/from airport and to/from the Mall of America. Staff was very friendly.
Reviewed on 17 Feb 2026
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 Powderhorn Park 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.
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Nicollet Mall and Foshay Tower, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
