South Minneapolis Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit South Minneapolis
Popular places to visit
Lake Harriet
Spend some time at one of Minneapolis’ most popular recreational areas and go sailing and swimming in the still waters or discover the trails on the foreshore.
Lake Nokomis
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Nokomis during your travels in Minneapolis. Visit the area's shops or amble around its lakeside.
Parkway Theater
You can get tickets for a performance at Parkway Theater on your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the riverfront or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
American Swedish Institute
Learn about Swedish culture and the achievements of notable Swedish-Americans when you explore this center with a historic mansion, galleries, workshops and a restaurant.
Lake Hiawatha Park
After visiting Lake Hiawatha Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Minneapolis.
Riverview Theater
You can make plans for a show at Riverview Theater during your trip to Minneapolis. Amble around the area's lakeside or attend a sporting event.
Activities
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Our pick of the best South Minneapolis Hotel Deals
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Clean room
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Good value for money. Airport shuttle was convenient. Room was very clean and bed very comfortable.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
The Saint Paul Hotel
Clean room, beautiful lobby all decorated for Christmas, and in the heart of St Paul and park all decorated.
Reviewed on 21 Dec 2025
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Clean spacious rooms, polite staff.
Reviewed on 18 Dec 2025
Radisson Blu Mall of America
There was no free breakfast option. There is a restaurant that is upscale that has breakfast on the 2nd floor. Otherwise you can walk across the street for an IHOP. Additionally, there is no option to do guest laundry at the hotel. Also, no hot tub at the pool and the heated pool water was freezing ...
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Breakfast was hot and fresh. Pool area was under construction so no hot tub sadly.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around South Minneapolis
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.
Uptown
Visitors to Uptown like its restaurants and lake views, and Chain of Lakes is a sight worth a stop.
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.
Loring Park
If you're spending some time in Loring Park, 1221 Nicolette Mall Shopping Center and Basilica of Saint Mary are top sights worth seeing.
Calhoun Isles
While you're in Calhoun Isles, take in top sights like Bde Maka Ska or Walker Art Center, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at West 21st Street Station or Bryn Mawr Station.
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city.
