West Bloomington Travel Guide
Tourist Guide



Visit West Bloomington
Popular places to visit
Normandale Lake Park
Normandale Lake Park is just one of the places to see in Bloomington, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Bush Lake Ski Jump
Hit the slopes at Bush Lake Ski Jump during your trip to Bloomington.
Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area
Hit the slopes at Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area during your trip to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Bloomington Ice Gardens
Catch an event at Bloomington Ice Gardens during your trip to Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Normandale Community College
Enjoy the student vibe at Normandale Community College during your stay in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Bush Lake Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bush Lake Beach during your trip to Bloomington?
Activities

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket

Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Our pick of the best West Bloomington Hotel Deals

La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Minneapolis Bloomington W
On Expedia it read “Free Airport Parking” but when I arrived they said that’s not true and it costs $15 per day unless you stay more than one night. That’s not on the Expedia website.
Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn : Bloomington W MSP Airport Area by IHG
Staff was good. Room clean
Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Holiday Inn Bloomington Airport South Mall Area by IHG
Great pm staff. Ty
Reviewed on 20 Feb 2026

Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington
Clean and easy check in, nice bed and super quiet. Been coming back to this place for a reason. Consistently just a great affordable place to stay.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Best Western Bloomington Edina - Minneapolis
Clean room, comfortable bedding, great heater (needed in Minnesota). Breakfast was adequate with selections. Staff were professional and courteous.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Bloomington/Minneapolis
The hotel is under construction!
Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026
Other neighbourhoods around West Bloomington

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

