The Works Tours

Treat the kids to a day of interactive and educational fun at The Works. You'll probably learn a few things too!

You'll need to factor in a fee to visit The Works — but don't worry, it's worth every cent. This well-known interactive exhibit for kids can be found in the residential neighborhood of East Bloomington. Nearby sights deserving of a spot on your to-do list include Mall of America, Nickelodeon Universe and Minnesota Zoo.

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Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District

Canopy by Hilton Minneapolis Mill District

4 out of 5
Downtown Minneapolis
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$222
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Dec 12 - Dec 14
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Roundtrip flight included
Chicago (CHI) to Minneapolis (MSP)
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
Beautiful hotel, love the decor and live band. Very clean, beds were made and clean towels every day. Only complaints were conditioner was completely out both days and you could hear sirens all night long.

Reviewed on Sep 29, 2025

Nicollet Island Inn

Nicollet Island Inn

2.5 out of 5
Nicollet Island
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Price was $595, price is now $410 per person
$410
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Nov 7 - Nov 9
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Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Minneapolis (MSP)
9/10 Wonderful! (47 reviews)
Was surprised at the extra historical charge.

Reviewed on Aug 9, 2025

Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington

Hilton Minneapolis/Bloomington

4 out of 5
West Bloomington
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$406
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Nov 2 - Nov 7
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Roundtrip flight included
Atlanta (ATL) to Minneapolis (MSP)
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Perfect stay! Close to airport with free shuttle!

Reviewed on Sep 30, 2025

Popular places to visit

Some fantastic LEGO dioramas at the store, including this one of the Age of Discovery. The attention to detail is incredible - how much would I love to be a LEGO Master Builder!

Lego Imagination Center

Enjoy a stop at Lego Imagination Center, an entertaining place to visit in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Lego Imagination Center
Nickelodeon Universe which includes rides as well as a family

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.

Mall of America
Water Park of America featuring a pool, rides and a waterpark

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park

Raft down 10 floors in one of the biggest indoor water parks in America, with enough tube rides and waves to keep the family entertained all day.

Great Wolf Lodge Water Park
Nickelodeon Universe which includes rides as well as a family

Nickelodeon Universe

Enjoy 27 unique rides and attractions in this indoor amusement park, located in the center of the super-sized Mall of America.

Nickelodeon Universe
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Centennial Lakes Park

Centennial Lakes Park is just one of the places to see in Edina, 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.

Centennial Lakes Park

Bloomington Historical Society

You can spend an afternoon studying the exhibits at Bloomington Historical Society in Bloomington.

Bloomington Historical Society

Best Lodging Options Near The Works

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

3 out of 5
1901 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington, MN
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Holiday Inn Bloomington Airport South Mall Area by IHG

Holiday Inn Bloomington Airport South Mall Area by IHG

3.5 out of 5
1201 W 94th St, Bloomington, MN
Holiday Inn Bloomington Airport South Mall Area by IHG
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN

Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN

3 out of 5
2221 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington, MN
Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
Radisson Blu Mall of America

Radisson Blu Mall of America

4.5 out of 5
2100 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington, MN
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG

Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG

2.5 out of 5
7801 12TH Ave S, Bloomington, MN
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Mall of America - MSP Airport by IHG
Homewood Suites by Hilton Minneapolis-Mall Of America

Homewood Suites by Hilton Minneapolis-Mall Of America

3 out of 5
2261 Killebrew Dr, Bloomington, MN
Homewood Suites by Hilton Minneapolis-Mall Of America
Four Points by Sheraton Mall of America Minneapolis Airport

Four Points by Sheraton Mall of America Minneapolis Airport

3.5 out of 5
7745 Lyndale Avenue S, Richfield, MN
Four Points by Sheraton Mall of America Minneapolis Airport
Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport

Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport

2.5 out of 5
2301 E Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN
Hyatt House Mall Of America Msp Airport
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South

3 out of 5
7800 International Drive, Bloomington, MN
Hyatt Place Minneapolis Airport-South
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