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Minneapolis, Minnesota: things to do!
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items fun places to go, foods to eat, sights to see on your trip to Minneapolis, MN! This list is for the traveler- the locals already know all of these goodies :)
You've gotta see this bridge! The only of its kind over the Mississippi River. It has beautiful walkways and bike paths with stunning views of the city!
Stone Arch Bridge - Mississippi National River & Recreation Area (U.S. National Park Service)
A beautiful waterfall? Near the city? YES! Find these falls for gorgeous views and as close to “hiking” as we are able to get in the big city! Walk along the creeks for a romantic or fun time!
Minnehaha Falls - Minnehaha Park
go visit the sculpture garden where you will find the biggest spoon you've ever seen and a beautiful art museum in the middle of the garden - best to see if visiting spring, summer, or fall!
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden | Walker Art Center
more commonly known as the witch's hat water tower- will give you the most vast, stunning view of the city. I used to come up here to dream & pray. A hidden gem that only a local would really know about!
Prospect Water Tower - Historic Twin Cities
if you find yourself on the St. Paul side, go see the conservatory! The blooms are unbelievable and will blow you away. They keep the flowers fresh and ever changing with the seasons! You MUST go!!! It's right next to a free zoo too if that is your t...
Como Zoo Conservatory
if you love or even like baseball, and it's baseball season, go see a twins game! You don't have to be a fan of the team to thoroughly enjoy your experience at target field!! A very fun atmosphere!!
Target Field: Home of the Twins | Minnesota Twins
a bite to eat for everyone! a very fun place to get food and drinks - a market type of set up with lots and lots of yummy options for food!
The Market at Malcolm Yards | Food Hall of Minneapolis flavors
all time favorite hometown distillery- very much like a speakeasy, you'll find damfwerks in the middle of warehouses! They have the most yummy drinks that you won't find replicated anywhere!
Dampfwerk Distilling
best burgers in Minnesota, hands down- you just cannot compete! Lots of options of other foods too if burgers aren't your thing. I have never had a food I do not like at red cow! SO GOOD!
Red Cow • Handcrafted Burgers, Craft Beer, Fine Wine, & More in the Twin Cities
the land of 10,000 lakes- surely you have to go to a lake! Harriet is my favorite to walk around because there is a rose garden with the most beautiful blooms that I am obsessed with in the spring-fall time! takes about an hour to walk around the who...
Lake Harriet Park - Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board
a friend favorite, they serve Venezuelan-style stuffed arepas that are mouth watering and the only of their kind in Minnesota. Wow, just thinking about them makes me want one right now!
HOLA AREPA
a slightly fancier option- nolo's has unbelievable food plated with beauty! My favorite is their breakfast, but they have a great menu for every meal! Checkout their rooftop bar if it is a pretty day in Minneapolis!
NOLO's Kitchen & Bar
if you are similar to my friend Anne and you need to have a donut on every trip you take, bogart's is your place in Minneapolis! Fun flavors and options that are not available elsewhere!
Bogart's Doughnut Co | Doughnut Shops in Minnesota