Downtown East Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown East
Popular places to visit
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.
Guthrie Theater
Catch a night-time show at this distinguished theatre or go on one of the many themed tours around this magnificent building.
Stone Arch Bridge
Stroll across this historic 23-arch bridge, which spans the mighty Mississippi and offers views of St. Anthony Falls and the Minneapolis riverfront.
Mill City Museum
Learn about how a flour mill and the Mississippi River shaped the identity of Minneapolis at this exciting museum housed within 19th-century ruins.
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.
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.
Activities
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Minnesota Wild Ice Hockey Game at Xcel Energy Center
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Our pick of the best Downtown East Hotel Deals
Radisson RED Minneapolis Downtown
Staff was amazing. So friendly and helpful. Restuarant amazing! Our waiter was the best! Room had a great view, comfortable bed, big t.v., big, bright, bathroom, and clean! Perfect location. The gym was great! 10 out of 10.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
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
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
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown East
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 West
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown West. Nicollet Mall is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station to see more of Minneapolis.
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.
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.
North Loop
If you're spending time in North Loop, check out sights like Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin or Target Field and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station.
Warehouse District
Travellers choose Warehouse District for its ample dining options. Hop aboard the metro at Target Field Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station and check out top sights like Fillmore Theater & Element by Westin.
