Southdale 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.
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.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your travels in Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
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 entertainment choices.
Nickelodeon Universe
Rollercoasters, a Ferris wheel and a host of TV characters will provide a wonderful day of entertainment for visitors of all ages.
Activities
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Minneapolis: Sushi Cooking Class at a Local Brewery
Our pick of the best Southdale Hotel Deals
Hyatt Centric Downtown Minneapolis
"Staff and room were awesome. Very clean great value Unfortunately fan was not working and we had plans outside the hotel and did not return until late in the evening which was too late to have it looked at so it was very warm. Night manager did offer to move us to a different room but chose not to ..."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
"The room had old toiletries and the pool room stung your eyes from the chlorine but overall it was a good experience"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
"Was supposed to include breakfast and they changed it to charged breakfast"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
"Check in was fast. Staff were very friendly. Everything was excellent"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
"A short 6 minutes from MSP airport. Perfect for my last night in the area. Room was clean and comfortable. After a long week of traveling, I was happy there was a restaurant I could take advantage of. Only bummer was the $18 per night parking fee, thankfully I was only there one night."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southdale
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.
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.
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 Loop
While you're in South Loop, take in top sights like Mall of America or Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 28th Avenue Station or Mall of America Station.
Powderhorn
If you're spending time in Powderhorn, check out sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Powderhorn Park and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.
