Bloomington is a city in Minnesota, USA. It is located near the Minnesota and the Mississippi Rivers but lies right at the center of the southern metropolitan area. The city was named after Bloomington, Illinois by early settlers to the area.

Bloomington has seen several improvements over the past decade bringing modern infrastructure and businesses into the city. The Mall of America is the city's largest employer in the private sector.

Tourist attractions in Bloomington include the Water Park of America which is considered to be the 9th largest indoor water park in the country, the Mall of America, Mystic Lake Casino, Treasure Island Casino, Bunker Hills Pool, Cascade Bay, Children's Museum, Como Park Zoo, Conservatory & Amusement Park, Mouse Mountain Adventure Golf, Underwater Adventures Aquarium, and Science Museum of Minnesota/Omnitheater. Other attractions include the Centennial Lakes, Fort Snelling State Park, Lake Calhoun, Minnehaha Falls & Regional Park, Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, and Normandale Japanese Gardens.