Northwestern Precinct Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
Science Museum of Minnesota
Explore this science museum with its hands-on approach to learning: get up close to dinosaur skeletons or catch a show at the state-of-the-art IMAX theatre.
Minnesota State Capitol
Minnesota State Capitol is just one of the places to see in St. Paul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Landmark Center
St. Paul’s remarkable cultural complex is home to a range of premier Twin Cities arts organizations, as well as space for music, dance, theater and public events.
James J. Hill House
The grand home of the builder of the Great Northern Railway has rugged stonework, intricate decorations and beautiful period furnishings.
Minnesota Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Minnesota Children's Museum during your travels to St. Paul. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Grand Casino Arena
Catch an event at Grand Casino Arena during your trip to St. Paul. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed art galleries.
Activities
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Our pick of the best Northwestern Precinct Hotel Deals
The Saint Paul Hotel
Always a pleasure
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Celeste of St Paul
The layout of the room is great! However, I am directly across the street from MPR’s neon news sign which explains the blackout curtains . Meanwhile, to hit the ears, there is a major “tram” line running up Cedar every ten minutes or so. The couch has some incredible layers of filth in the area where ...
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
The guy at the front desk was a little bit rude when i asked a question. i think my question was about parking.
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Very clean hotel
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Everything
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Very nice hotel. Clean and in a very good area. The rooms I would say were on the smaller side but nice decor. The sheets on the bed are rather thin so if you get cold you will have to turn the heat up. I would stay here again.. the bar and the food were good.... Not sure why we would have to pay ...
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Northwestern Precinct
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.
Riverview
While visiting Riverview, you might make a stop by sights like Mississippi River and Wabasha Street Caves.
West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Mississippi River and Wabasha Street Caves are top sights worth seeing.
West Seventh
If you're spending some time in West Seventh, Science Museum of Minnesota and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Powderhorn
If you're spending time in Powderhorn, check out sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Childrens Theatre Company and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.
