Downtown West Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A city skyline with a mix of modern and older buildings, a prominent skyscraper under construction, and a clear sky.
A colorful mural with diamond patterns and a quote on a building.
An indoor theater with a stage, rows of seats, and a balcony.
A large, historic building with a prominent dome and two towers.
A nighttime cityscape with illuminated skyscrapers and busy streets.

Stay near popular Downtown West attractions

An old theater with a marquee reading "Orpheum."
Photo by Sharon
Open Photo by Sharon

Orpheum Theatre

8.4/10 (708 reviews)
You can get tickets for a performance at Orpheum Theatre during your stay in Minneapolis. Experience the entertainment choices and acclaimed art galleries in this vibrant area.
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Activities

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

SEA LIFE at Mall of America

AU$42
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
SEA LIFE at Mall of America
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

AU$110
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

AU$14
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
St. Paul: Twin Cities Haunts Ghost Walking Tour

St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows

AU$33
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

AU$23
per adult
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

AU$42
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
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Our pick of the best Downtown West Hotel Deals

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown

3 out of 5
425 South 7th Street Minneapolis MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$236 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$236
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (2,109 reviews)
"Great day"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Downtown
The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown

4.5 out of 5
35 S 7th St Minneapolis MN
The price is AU$215 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$215
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (2,086 reviews)
"The room was clean. Carpet had some wear marks and looked like a cigarette burn. Bathroom could be upgraded a bit. For the price it was fine. Parking also was super easy and we never left the ramp so we just paid the price to the garage instead of hotel and it was only 12$ for overnight."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

The Royal Sonesta Minneapolis Downtown
Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown

Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown

4 out of 5
12 Sixth Street South Minneapolis MN
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$278 per night from 4 July to 5 July
AU$278
4 July - 5 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and 2 restaurants. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,463 reviews)
"front Desk guy was rude! but room was clean and comfy ... I would stay there again. parking was spented the street was ok ."

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Downtown
The Westin Minneapolis

The Westin Minneapolis

4 out of 5
88 South 6th Street Minneapolis MN
The price is AU$253 per night from 5 July to 6 July
AU$253
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), a fitness centre and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (86 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

The Westin Minneapolis
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis

Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis

4.5 out of 5
615 Second Avenue S. Minneapolis MN
The price is AU$270 per night from 3 July to 4 July
AU$270
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"convenient location. day staff was great"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown

3 out of 5
1020 HAWTHORNE AVE Minneapolis MN
The price is AU$184 per night from 6 July to 7 July
AU$184
6 July - 7 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9/10 Wonderful! (2,283 reviews)
"Pleasant stay - walls seem this and can hear others easily"

Reviewed on 2 July 2026

Cambria Hotel Minneapolis Downtown
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Our guide on where to stay in Downtown West

Find the best Downtown West areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "GOLD MEDAL FLOUR".

Downtown Minneapolis

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by greenery.

South Minneapolis

While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Lake Nokomis or Lake Harriet, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.

A large cathedral with two towers and a dome, surrounded by a grassy area and a road with cars.

Downtown St. Paul

Travellers choose Downtown St. Paul for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station and check out top sights like Fitzgerald Theater.

A large indoor amusement park with a glass ceiling and roller coaster tracks.
Photo by Mark Iverson
Open Photo by Mark Iverson

East Bloomington

While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Nickelodeon Universe, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue Station.

A serene lake surrounded by dense trees and lush greenery.

West Bloomington

While visiting West Bloomington, you might make a stop by sights like Bloomington Ice Gardens and Normandale Japanese Garden.

Downtown West Travel Guide

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