South Minneapolis
Minneapolis - St. Paul
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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.
Lake Nokomis
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Nokomis during your travels in Minneapolis. Visit the area's shops or amble around its lakeside.
Lake Hiawatha Park
After visiting Lake Hiawatha Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Minneapolis.
American Swedish Institute
Learn about Swedish culture and the achievements of notable Swedish-Americans when you explore this center with a historic mansion, galleries, workshops and a restaurant.
Abbott Northwestern Hospital
If Abbott Northwestern Hospital is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Minneapolis.
Parkway Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Parkway Theater on your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Things to do
Minneapolis: Mall of America 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Minnesota Wild Ice Hockey Game at Xcel Energy Center
Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Top hotels in South Minneapolis
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
The room was mostly clean. There was a rogue m&m on the floor, and the exhaust fan in bathroom was caked in dust, but it was good otherwise. The shower wasn't draining correctly. The room was very aesthetically pleasing, and was relatively quiet. I loved that the thermostat reacted quickly when I ...
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Nice stay
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Clean room, friendly/supportive staff and proximity. Minuses: pool closed on site (I learned about it at check in, however I may have missed something), no microwave in the room nor on each floor for accessibility (at least 1 on each floor would help) and I had to request housekeeping. Not too happy ...
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
The staff was excellent and professional, while still being personable. The room was modern and clean. The family enjoyed the indoor pool. My only suggestion is to have someone patrol the outside of the grounds for random garbage. Granted, it was fairly windy while we were there, but there was some ...
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
While the room was clean the beds were terrible. Solid as concrete and the frames squeezed of metal and ended up moving. Bathrooms were in need of some updating.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
They charge for parking. For the price paid to stay felt parking should’ve been included
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around South Minneapolis
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.
Southwest Minneapolis
If you're spending some time in Southwest Minneapolis, Lake Harriet and Chain of Lakes 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.
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.
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.
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city.
