Get ready to have the time of your life! Because not only is this going to be the greatest Phile Fandom event of the year, but it’s happening at a place you have to see to believe: The Mall of America!
When you want to take a break from all the PhileFest events, the Mall of America is your one-stop-shop for non-stop entertainment. With over 520 stores, delicious dining options, and thrilling attractions, you’ll never run out of things to do. Take a break from the convention and indulge in some retail therapy, sample the delicious eats, and get your heart racing on exciting rides. From shopping and dining to roller coasters and aquariums, the Mall of America has it all! Click on the mall logo above for more information.
Lodging
When it comes to places to stay, there is truly an option for every budget in and around the Mall of America.
There are two four-star hotels located inside the Mall of America: The Radisson Blu and the JW Marriott. In addition, there are dozens of hotels very nearby, with options to fit every budget, with several also having mall or airport shuttle service (check with hotels for specific details)
How to Get There
Travel here could not be easier! The Mall of America is located a stones throw away from the MSP airport. In fact, most of the hotels around the Mall of America have a shuttle that will take you to the airport or to the Mall. And with tons of options like Lyft, should you want to go anywhere else, getting there is a breeze. There are also bus and Light Rail services going from the Mall of America all the way to downtown Minneapolis, including to the airport as well.
Mall of America
60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425
Plan Your Trip | Mall of America®
Ground Transportation
Plan Your Trip > Transportation | Mall of America®
Light Rail
Servicing MSP International Airport, downtown MSP, and MOA
Driving
- From North of Bloomington
- Take I-35 South to I-35W South to I-494 East, exit on 24th Avenue S.
- From South of Bloomington
- Take I-35 North to I-35W North to I-494 East, exit on 24th Avenue S.
- From West of Bloomington
- Take I-94 East to I-494 South to Highway 77 South, exit on Killebrew Dr. or 81st Street/Lindau Lane.
- From East of Bloomington
- Take I-94 West to I-494 South, exit on 24th Avenue S.
Flying
Minneapolis/St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is located in Bloomington MN, just a couple of very short miles from the Mall of America. MSP has two terminals serving 16 different airlines.
Links to the major airlines:
- American Airlines – aa.com
- Delta – delta.com
- United – united.com
- Southwest – southwest.com
- Allegiant – allegiantair.com
- jetBlue – jetblue.com
Megabus
Minneapolis Trip | Megabus located in downtown Minneapolis MN
Amtrak
St. Paul – Minneapolis Union Depot located in St. Paul MN
St. Paul-Minneapolis, MN – Union Depot (MSP) | Amtrak
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