Holiday Inn Express & Suites Minneapolis-Dwtn (Conv Ctr) Local area

Minneapolis Convention Center - just one block away

The University of Minnesota, home of the Golden Gophers, has more than 50,000 students.

Nicollet Mall is a 12 block portion of Nicollet Avenue and is a shopping and dining district as well as pedestrian and transit mall.

Home of the Minnesota Twins, this stadium is amazing to see. Baseball played outdoors is great. Remember to dress for the weather; they play rain, shine or snow.

Target Center is a multi-purpose arena that hosts shows, concerts, and sporting events. It is home to the Minnesota Timberwolves (NBA) and Minnesota Lynx (WNBA).

3 major hospitals close by. All with in a 5 minute cab ride.

Walker Art Center features modern art from around the world. Guthrie Theatre has several plays and small acts.

The Minneapolis Institute of Art is home to more than 100,000 works of art representing 5,000 years of world history. It has one of the finest and most comprehensive collections of Asian art in the country.

College located 10 blocks from the hotel.

Exlpore the history of the Mississippi along the river walk. Enjoy the history markers along the Stone Arch bridge that gives details of the old mill district.

MSP International Airport just over 11 miles from downtown is a major hub for Delta Air Lines and home of MN based Sun Country Airlines. It has 131 gates between two terminals and is one of the busiest airports in the midwest.

Orchestra Hall, home of the renowned Minnesota Orchestra is located one block from the hotel. It regularly hosts special concert events and live orchestral accompaniment to popular movie screenings as well as special many outdoor concert series and special events.

Theatre with acts geared towards children and families. Plays and musicals vary from month to month. Workshops and tours are available for kids interested in acting.

St. Thomas Minneapolis Campus and the Law School are both less than a 10 minute walk from the hotel.

US Bank Stadium is home to the Minnesota Vikings and hosts large concerts and special events.

The Minneapolis Armory is a historic event center that hosts numerous concerts and special events.

First Avenue and 7th Street Entry are two historic music venues housed in the same landmark building. It's signature black exterior is marked by 400 large stars commemorating performers of the venue. It was prominently featured in Purple Rain. Make sure to get a picture with hometown legend Prince's star before dancing the night away.