West Side
Minneapolis - St. Paul


Popular places to visit

Mall of America
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Mall of America, a favorite 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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, during your trip to Minneapolis - St. Paul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.

Minneapolis Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your visit to Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do

Minneapolis: Mall of America 1-Hour Escape Room Adventure

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows

Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Top hotels in West Side

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Hot tub - out of order. Fitness center- literally every machine was out of order. Pool - ice cold Wish we would have booked elsewhere.
Reviewed on Apr 14, 2026

Radisson Blu Mall of America
Was disappointed that the pool was closed and that our room didn’t have more amenities than we thought. It was super convenient being close to MOA and having a restaurant in the hotel but the hotel had an event going on which made it difficult to get dinner. Besides being close to the Mall, easy ...
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Couldn’t be happier with
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Gary from the front desk was awesome and very accommodating. He helped me out with everything I needed and made my stay much more comfortable.
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026

Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Everything was wonderful
Reviewed on Apr 12, 2026

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
Excellent
Reviewed on Apr 13, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Side

Downtown St. Paul
Spend some time visiting places like Fitzgerald Theater while getting to know Downtown St. Paul, and be sure to check out the live music. You can hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station to see more of the area.

West Seventh
While visiting West Seventh, you might make a stop by sights like Mississippi National River and Recreation Area and Science Museum of Minnesota.

Summit - University
While you're in Summit - University, take in top sights like Cathedral of Saint Paul or St Paul Curling Club, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Dale Street Station or Victoria Street Station.

Macalester - Groveland
While there might not be top attractions in Macalester - Groveland, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Allianz Field and Highland National Golf Course.

Dinkytown
Noted for its live music and theaters, 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
While you're in Powderhorn, take in top sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Childrens Theatre Company, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.

