Core Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
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.
Minneapolis Convention Center
Learn about the events happening in Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the entertainment choices or attend a sporting event 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 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.
Top hotels in Core
The Saint Paul Hotel
Love staying the the St. Paul Hotel
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown
A bathroom in the lobby would be helpful.
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Pool was great for my grandkids. Hot tub was down didn’t get proper notification. Other than that it was close to Mall within walking distance. First time in Minnesota I would go back to this Place
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Perfect location to explore the Mall. Friendly staff, clean rooms and good atmosphere. Thanks!
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
The room was clean and the staff was friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 11 Mar 2026
Hyatt Regency Bloomington - Minneapolis
Other neighbourhoods around Core
Downtown St. Paul
Travellers choose Downtown St. Paul for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station and check out top sights like Fitzgerald Theater.
Northwestern Precinct
If you're spending time in Northwestern Precinct, check out sights like Fitzgerald Theater or Minnesota Children's Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 10th Street Station or Robert Street Station.
West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Mississippi River and Wabasha Street Caves are top sights worth seeing.
Summit - University
If you're spending time in Summit - University, check out sights like Cathedral of Saint Paul or St Paul Curling Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dale Street Station or Victoria 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.
Macalester - Groveland
Macalester - Groveland might not have many top sights, but Allianz Field and Minnesota Governor's Residence are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
