Core, MN
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Mall of America
You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Mall of America, a favorite shopping spot in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.
Target Field
Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant 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.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your visit to Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Minneapolis Convention Center
Learn about the events happening at Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.
University of Minnesota, Twin Cities
Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, during your trip to Minneapolis - St. Paul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theater scene.
Things to do
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
An Epic University Scavenger Hunt in Minneapolis
Core Hotel Deals
The Saint Paul Hotel
Beautiful hotel. Great staff and location.
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
Not applicable
Reviewed on May 3, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown
Parking was as advertised. But the amenities and breakfast was terrible. No lobby coffee (probably only hotel in existence) nor vending machines for basic water. Instead they force you to get coffee from the “breakfast” area for $4 each. And a small bottle of water is $6 from the little lobby market. ...
Reviewed on May 4, 2026
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
There were kids in the hot tub and running around the halls yelling and banging on doors well after 9pm. The kids were not being watched while at the pool. The parking was ok. Room was clean and staff were polite
Reviewed on May 9, 2026
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Excellent hotel. Location was primo! So convenient to shop and walk back to your room! Wonderful, unique experience at the Mall of American and the hotel.
Reviewed on May 7, 2026
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Clean and in a good location
Reviewed on May 8, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Core
Downtown St. Paul
Spend some time visiting places like Landmark Center while getting to know Downtown St. Paul, and be sure to check out the live music. You can hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station to see more of the area.
Summit - University
While you're in Summit - University, take in top sights like Cathedral of Saint Paul or St Paul Curling Club, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Dale Street Station or Victoria Street Station.
West Seventh
Fashionable residential district Irvine Park graces this area, with West Seventh Street running parallel to the Mississippi River. Easily access downtown Saint Paul, the airport, and Mall of America via Interstate 35E and the Riverview Corridor.
Dinkytown
Noted for its live music and theaters, there's plenty to explore in Dinkytown. Top attractions like Mariucci Arena and Weisman Art Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at East Bank Station or Stadium Village Station to see more of the city.
Powderhorn
While you're in Powderhorn, take in top sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Childrens Theatre Company, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum. You might also enjoy the neighborhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city.
