Loring Park
About the Neighborhood
The Loring Park neighborhood is located on the southern edge of downtown Minneapolis in the area immediately around the Minneapolis Convention Center. With a population of some 7,500 residents and more than 300 businesses and institutions, the Loring community is one of the most diverse and eclectic neighborhoods in Minnesota.
What's New
Loring Greenway, sprawling across Nicollet Mall over LaSalle Avenue to Willow Avenue, recently completed a $1.1 million renovation. The newly enhanced Loring Greenway features replaced pavement, additional green space and better street lighting, so pedestrians, park-goers and bikers can reap the benefits of a safer, prettier and more accessible greenway.
Things to Do
Loring Park offers a host of activities for all interests. From unique restaurants to show-stopping theater performances, this neighborhood could keep you busy for weeks.
Regional Cultural Institutions
Walker Art Center, Sculpture Garden and Orchestra Hall
Major Educational Institutions
University of Saint Thomas-Business School, Minneapolis Community and Technical College, Metropolitan State University and Dunwoody College of Technology
Unique Restaurants
The Oceanaire, Joe's Garage, Hell's Kitchen, Buca di Beppo, Loring Grill and Café Lurcat among many others.
View the Loring Park business directory for a full listing.
Entertainment Venues
The Loring Playhouse, The Women's Club of Minneapolis, Red Eye Theater and the Music Box Theatre
Major Religious Institutions
Hennepin Avenue United Methodist Church, Basilica of St. Mary, Cathedral of St. Mark, and Westminster Presbyterian Church
Major Hotels
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis, DoubleTree Guests Suites, Quality Inn & Suites, Millennium Hotel and Hilton Hotel
Outdoor Activities
Loring Park, Peavey Plaza, the Loring Greenway and Ole Bull, a local Norwegian landmark
Please visit www.LoringDowntown.com for further information.
