Core, MN

Minneapolis - St. Paul

A large white space suit sculpture in a shopping mall.
A museum interior with a Tyrannosaurus rex skeleton exhibit, ticket booths, and informational displays.
A botanical garden with a glass greenhouse, a central fountain, and various landscaped gardens.
A large historic church with a prominent dome and twin towers.
A view through a circular window of a white building with arched windows and red shutters, and a taller red building in the background.

Stay near popular Core attractions

Ramsey County Courthouse

8.0/10 (2 reviews)
Ramsey County Courthouse is just one of the places to see in St. Paul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the great live music and shops in this vibrant area.
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Things to do

#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour

$49
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
#1 Ghost Tour in the Midwest : Candlelight Trolley Tour
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

$10
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley

$38
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket

$30
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul

Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul

$10
per adult
Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Minneapolis Hop On Hop Off Tour

Minneapolis Hop On Hop Off Tour

$55
per adult
Minneapolis Hop On Hop Off Tour
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Core Hotel Deals

The Saint Paul Hotel

The Saint Paul Hotel

4 out of 5
350 Market St St. Paul MN
$123 nightly
The price is $144 total per night from Aug 16 to Aug 17
$144 total
Aug 16 - Aug 17
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in St. Paul. Enjoy 2 restaurants, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the ...
The Saint Paul Hotel
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG

4 out of 5
11 Kellogg Blvd E St. Paul MN
$101 nightly
The price is $118 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$118 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in St. Paul. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour fitness center, and valet parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,024 reviews)
"Nice hotel for the money, sheets felt like plastic and towels were very coarse. Hotel staff and valet were very nice people and helpful, especially late night. Hotel restaurant was very nice people but unfortunately bad food"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America

3 out of 5
1901 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
$114 nightly
The price is $132 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$132 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and 2 indoor pools. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in ...
7.6/10 Good! (2,671 reviews)
"The room was clean and tidy and cool when you come in. Such a nice feeling after a long day of travelling. Shower had nice pressure and it was nice having extra towels. Great stay. Would go again."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Wyndham Bloomington - Mall of America
Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington

3 out of 5
1700 American Blvd E Bloomington MN
$146 nightly
The price is $169 total per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
$169 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this family-friendly resort in Bloomington. Enjoy 4 restaurants, free water park access, and a lazy river. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,233 reviews)
"Great for families."

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Great Wolf Lodge Bloomington
Radisson Blu Mall of America

Radisson Blu Mall of America

4.5 out of 5
2100 Killebrew Dr Bloomington MN
Fully refundable
$212 nightly
The price is $246 total per night from Aug 12 to Aug 13
$246 total
Aug 12 - Aug 13
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Bloomington. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful ...
Radisson Blu Mall of America
Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE

Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE

3 out of 5
2407 University Ave Se Minneapolis MN
$94 nightly
The price is $109 total per night from Aug 9 to Aug 10
$109 total
Aug 9 - Aug 10
Total with taxes and fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Minneapolis. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Beautiful stay (:"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2026

Days Hotel by Wyndham University Ave SE
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Where to stay in Core

Find the best Core areas and neighborhoods for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern building with a glass facade and a sign reading "GOLD MEDAL FLOUR".

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 Target Center, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

A waterfall cascading down a rocky cliff surrounded by greenery.

South Minneapolis

If you're spending time in South Minneapolis, check out sights like Parkway Theater or Lake Nokomis and hop on the metro to see more the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.

A large, historic building with a prominent dome and two towers.
Photo by Geraldine Soh
Open Photo by Geraldine Soh

Downtown West

Travelers love Downtown West for its popular shops, and you can see more of Minneapolis by jumping on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Target Center and Nicollet Mall.

A large indoor amusement park with a glass ceiling and roller coaster tracks.
Photo by Mark Iverson
Open Photo by Mark Iverson

East Bloomington

While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Nickelodeon Universe, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue Station.

A large cathedral with two towers and a dome, surrounded by a grassy area and a road with cars.

Downtown St. Paul

Spend some time visiting places like Fitzgerald Theater 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.

Core, MN

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