Southwest Minneapolis
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Visit Southwest 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 Harriet Southeast Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake Harriet Southeast Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
Lyndale Park
Lyndale Park is just one of the places to see in Minneapolis, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Lake Harriet Band Shell
You can get tickets for a performance at Lake Harriet Band Shell during your stay in Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Lake Harriet North Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake Harriet North Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
Bde Maka Ska Thomas Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Bde Maka Ska Thomas Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
Things to do
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
Top hotels in Southwest Minneapolis
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Hot tub was broken, they charged extra to park, no where was that listed, when we are already paying to stay there. People were fighting by the pool in the middle of the night. Kids screaming by the pool at 6 a.m.
Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel
Loved our room facing the golf course, staff was very helpful
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Was not informed about the pool being out of commission until the second day of our stay. This would have been nice to know prior to booking or checking in to the hotel that the pool was closed. Pretty bummed for my daughter being that she loves to swim.
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
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Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
I stayed here for the convenience to mall of america big mistake. Between being next to the elevator ,the airplanes flying over, loud heater turning on&off, lumpy bed& doors being slammed absolutely no sleep.The toilet seat looked like someone took bites out of it & it never flushed all the way.No ...
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Excellent breakfast at the restaurant
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Minneapolis
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, Music Box Theatre and 1221 Nicolette Mall Shopping Center are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Nicollet Mall and Foshay Tower, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.
