Top things to do within walking distance
Within easy walking distance of Hewing Hotel you can enjoy on-site dining and bars (Tullibee and The Rooftop), the hotel's lobby lounge and services, and nearby North Loop highlights like Target Field and the Mississippi Riverfront — all reachable on foot in roughly 5–20 minutes. The hotel’s rooftop spa pool and sauna are on-site but restricted to registered guests 21+ or limited day-pass holders.
In this guide
- Use the hotel as your first stop: lobby, services, and on-site amenities
- Eat nearby without a car: Tullibee, The Bar & Lounge, and quick bites
- Visit The Rooftop: spa pool, sauna, and skyline views
- Catch a game or event: Target Field and nearby venues
- Walk the riverfront: Mississippi River, Stone Arch Bridge, and Mill Ruins
- Explore the North Loop: shops, breweries, and nightlife
Use the hotel as your first stop: lobby, services, and on-site amenities
Start your walkable exploration from the Hewing Hotel lobby where The Bar & Lounge and Tullibee sit just off the entry; the front desk can arrange tours, ticket assistance, and luggage storage before you head out.
Practical on-site amenities you can use before leaving the property include free Wi‑Fi, a 24‑hour Fitness Center on the lower level, and a billiards table for a quick indoor game if the weather isn’t ideal.
- 24‑hour front desk and porter service
- 24‑hour Fitness Center (cardio, weights, rowing machines, yoga room available on request)
- Billiards/pool table and lobby seating by the fireplace
| Hotel Service | Where to find it |
|---|---|
| Tullibee (restaurant) | Just off the lobby |
| The Bar & Lounge | Lobby area |
| Fitness Center | Lower level (24/7) |
Eat nearby without a car: Tullibee, The Bar & Lounge, and quick bites
Tullibee is the hotel's Nordic‑inspired, farm‑to‑table restaurant located just off the lobby; it serves breakfast, lunch (weekdays), dinner nightly, and weekend brunch.
If you want something quicker or later, The Bar & Lounge near the lobby serves coffee in the morning and cocktails and casual bites into the evening.
- Tullibee hours: Breakfast daily 7:00–11:00 AM; Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 AM–2:00 PM; Dinner 5:00–10:00 PM; Brunch Sat–Sun 8:00 AM–2:00 PM
- The Rooftop also offers seasonal small plates and poolside service during lounge hours (see rooftop section for age rules)
- Reservations: Tullibee accepts reservations; booking ahead is recommended for busy times
| Venue | Typical service |
|---|---|
| Tullibee | Breakfast, lunch (weekdays), dinner, weekend brunch |
| The Bar & Lounge | Coffee, cocktails, casual bites |
| The Rooftop | Handcrafted cocktails, small plates (poolside service during lounge hours) |
Visit The Rooftop: spa pool, sauna, and skyline views
The Rooftop is on the hotel and includes a heated year‑round spa pool, a custom-built dry sauna in the Nordic tradition, fire pits, and skyline seating. Pool and sauna hours for registered guests run from 7:00 AM until midnight daily (the hotel notes routine maintenance closures on a weekday; check current schedules).
Access to the Rooftop spa pool, sauna, and adjacent bar/lounge is limited to registered guests ages 21+; the hotel also sells limited day passes for non-overnight visitors Thursday–Sunday 11:00 AM–5:00 PM.
- Rooftop bar hours: Mon–Wed 5 PM–12 AM; Thu–Fri 3 PM–12 AM; Sat–Sun 11 AM–12 AM
- Poolside food and drink service is available during lounge hours; when the bar is closed guests may bring their own non‑glass refreshments
- Thermaculture Thursdays and other wellness events are hosted here (check current schedule)
| Rooftop Feature | Note |
|---|---|
| Heated spa pool | Open year‑round; guests 21+ |
| Dry cedar sauna | Three-tier benches, skyline windows; guests 21+ |
| Day passes | Limited; Thu–Sun 11 AM–5 PM (hotel sells passes) |
Catch a game or event: Target Field and nearby venues
Target Field (home of the Minnesota Twins) is within a roughly 10‑minute walk of Hewing Hotel, making the hotel a practical base for ballgames and related events.
Several other venues are walkable from the hotel, including Target Center and popular music and theater stops in downtown Minneapolis; the hotel front desk can help with transit directions and ticket assistance.
- Target Field: ~10-minute walk (check game schedules and transit)
- Target Center and other downtown arenas are within a short walk or a quick transit ride
- Target Field transit hub connects to METRO lines if you want to continue exploring by rail
| Venue | Walking time (approx.) |
|---|---|
| Target Field | About 10 minutes |
| Target Center | About 10 minutes |
| Fillmore/other nearby theaters | About 10 minutes |
Walk the riverfront: Mississippi River, Stone Arch Bridge, and Mill Ruins
The Mississippi Riverfront and Mill Ruins Park are an easy walk from Hewing Hotel; the hotel notes the river is roughly a 5– to 10‑minute walk and the Stone Arch Bridge is about a 20‑minute walk.
These riverfront paths connect to the Grand Rounds trail system, popular with walkers and cyclists for scenic views of falls, bridges, and historic flour-milling ruins.
- Mississippi Riverfront: roughly a 5–10 minute walk
- Stone Arch Bridge: roughly a 20‑minute walk (pedestrian/bike bridge to St. Anthony Falls)
- Mill Ruins Museum and park sit along the riverfront and are within walking distance
| Attraction | Notes |
|---|---|
| Mississippi Riverfront | Riverfront paths and parks; easy walk |
| Stone Arch Bridge | Historic pedestrian bridge with skyline views |
| Mill Ruins Park / Mill City Museum | Historic milling district; short walk from the hotel |
Explore the North Loop: shops, breweries, and nightlife
Hewing Hotel sits in the North Loop — a compact warehouse district with restaurants, bars, boutiques, and craft breweries within easy walking distance. Stroll the neighborhood streets to sample local coffee shops and independent stores.
If you prefer guided suggestions, the front desk can point out nearby highlights and walking routes; public transit and bike-share options are also readily available from the Target Field transit hub close to the hotel.
- North Loop walking: many restaurants, bars, and shops within minutes
- Transit access: Target Field Station nearby (Blue Line, Green Line, Northstar)
- Bike routes: Grand Rounds trail connections for longer rides to the Chain of Lakes
| Neighborhood Feature | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Walkable dining and bars | Plenty of local options within a few blocks |
| Transit and bike access | Easy connections at Target Field Station and nearby trails |
| Boutiques and local shops | Good for window shopping and short errands on foot |
