Southwest Minneapolis Travel Guide
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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.
Lakewood Cemetery
Explore the great outdoors at Lakewood Cemetery, a lovely green space in Minneapolis. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this vibrant area.
Lyndale Park
Explore the great outdoors at Lyndale Park, a lovely green space in Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed theatre scene in this vibrant area.
Museum of Russian Art
You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Museum of Russian Art in Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and entertainment choices in this vibrant area.
Lake Harriet North Beach
Why not spend a lazy afternoon at Lake Harriet North Beach during your trip to Minneapolis?
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.
Activities
St. Paul: Twin Cities Haunts Ghost Walking Tour
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Candlelight Ghost Trolley Tour in Minneapolis
Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience
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Other neighbourhoods around Southwest Minneapolis
Uptown
Visitors to Uptown like its restaurants and lake views, and Chain of Lakes is a sight worth a stop.
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.
South Minneapolis
While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Lake Nokomis or Lake Harriet, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.
Downtown West
Enjoy the popular shops in Downtown West. Mary Tyler Moore Statue is a worthwhile stop, and you can jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station to see more of Minneapolis.
Downtown Minneapolis
Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like U.S. Bank Stadium and IDS Center, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.