Travelodge Bloomington's many attractions: MALL OF AMERICA- Attention Shoppers] With more than 520 stores under one roof, the Mall of America is the undisputed champion of all malls. Beyond the movie theater, restaurants, shops and nightclubs, there are also some terrific attractions like Camp Snoopy, Underwater Adventures, The LEGO Imagination Center and Jillian's Hi Life Lanes. MINNESOTA ZOO- Located on 500 acres in Dakota Country, the Minnesota Zoo wants to inspire you to act on behalf of the environment. The Minnesota Trail, Northern Trail, tropics Trail and Discover Trail give you a glimpse of some of the world's most exotic wild animals. Take a ride on the monorail or have a once-in-alifetime experience @ the Interactive Dolphin Encounter. METRODOME- The NFL's Minnesota Vikings and Major League Baseball's Minnesota Twins have homefield advantage @ The Metrodome, the famed dome opened in 1982. With a unique, air-supported fiberglass and fabric roof, the Metrodome keeps sports fans out of the elements and in the game. Also located near the Travelodge Bloomington/Mall of America: The Valleyfair Amusement Park and Whitewater Country Water Park The Xcel Energy Center- Home ice for the NHL's Minnesota Wild Best Buy Headquarters - N. America's leading specialty retailer of software The University of Minnesota- Mineesota's premier public education center Target Center- Home Court of the Timberwolves Williams Arena- Home court for the University of Minnesota Golden Gophers