South Minneapolis
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Visit South 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.
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.
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.
Lake Hiawatha Park
After visiting Lake Hiawatha Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Minneapolis.
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
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis: Mall of America 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Minnesota Wild Ice Hockey Game at Xcel Energy Center
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Top hotels in South Minneapolis
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Room has a few things wrong. But overly nice and clean. Would definitely stay here again.
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Staff very courteous.
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Staff was great and it is so convenient that it is connected to the MOA
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport
Staff were nice and extremely helpful. Room was clean and hotel was in a great area close to everything we needed!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Heater fan was extremely noisy, mold on ceiling in hallways, bathroom vent extremely dirty, hot tub not working. Advertised online in glamorous fashion but it’s a poorly remodeled old hotel that is dilapidated. Advertised as hot breakfast which is an overpriced Starbucks with limited options. Can ...
Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
It was good
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Minneapolis
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.
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 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.
