South Loop Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





Popular places to visit

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.

Nickelodeon Universe
Rollercoasters, a Ferris wheel and a host of TV characters will provide a wonderful day of entertainment for visitors of all ages.

Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium
Take the family to visit the sea animals who live in Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium during your trip to 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 great live music or attend a sporting event in this vibrant 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.

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 South Loop Hotel Deals

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
They hot tub was not working and they don’t have breakfast
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Radisson Blu Mall of America
Room furniture was in bad shape, pillows were horrible, pool was closed
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Property could use some updating, however, you take the good with the bad. Close proximity to everything. Definitely walkable area especially to the mall and restaurants. Free shuttle to mall and airport. Two indoor pools that are well maintained along with a larger than avg hot tub. My room had ...
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026

Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Quick check in, great staff, clean property, co fry beds.Will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Minneapolis Airport
Cockroach by pool . Staff was very rude
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
The hotel staff was so kind. The room was just what we needed after a day full of travel. Bed was comfortable, the room was clean, and the shower was hot. The continental breakfast and coffee was a great way to start another day of travel.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around South Loop

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.

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

Southwest Minneapolis
If you're spending some time in Southwest Minneapolis, Lake Harriet and Chain of Lakes are top sights worth seeing.

West Bloomington
While visiting West Bloomington, you might make a stop by sights like Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area and Bloomington Ice Gardens.

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.

West Seventh
If you're spending some time in West Seventh, Mississippi National River and Recreation Area and Science Museum of Minnesota are top sights worth seeing.

