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.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed art galleries or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Activities
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minnesota Wild Ice Hockey Game at Xcel Energy Center
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown East Hotel Deals
Radisson RED Minneapolis Downtown
Clean and quiet stay
Reviewed on 14 Feb 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Great place to stay
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Great
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Spotless room and friendly staff. Good value.
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
We really loved it here. Spacious room. Clean pool area. Clean room. Honestly just no complaints. Even got my deposit back the same day as checkout.
Reviewed on 18 Feb 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.
