Bloomington is the 5th largest city in Minnesota and is located on the North bank of the Minnesota river, just a short drive from downtown Minneapolis. By April, Spring should have arrived, with an average high temperature of 57 degrees. 

Check out the attractions Bloomington has to offer:  Bloomington Tourist Guide

Bloomington is best known for the world famous Mall of America, home of over 520 stores, Nickelodeon Universe, the Minnesota Aquarium, and other attractions. 

If you’re more interested in outdoor recreation, check out the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, where visitors can see bald eagles, white tailed deer, muskrats and red foxes.

The Normandale Japanese Garden is another popular Bloomington attraction.

For sports fans, the Minnesota Twins are in town April 13-15 against the defending American League Champion Texas Rangers.  The Twins play at Target Field in Minneapolis, a short and convenient trip from Bloomington and the hotel