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There’s no place quite like Minneapolis
It’s a city of amazing contrasts and combinations. Where down home people meet uptown style. Where below zero temperature meets above average intelligence. Where modern glass architecture meets outdoor green adventure. Where every season, every art and every type meet in every possible way.
Come see firsthand what an amazing place this is.
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Shopping
Minneapolis embodies the old saying, “Shop ‘till you drop.” Malls, outlet centers, boutiques; we’ve got them all.
- Southdale, the nation’s first enclosed shopping mall
- Mall of America, America’s largest shopping center
- Large downtown shopping districts
- Great neighborhood shopping
- No sales tax on clothing
- More on shopping in Minneapolis
A City for All Seasons
Experience the great outdoors during any one of our four distinct seasons.
- 22 lakes within the city limits
- More than 100 parks
- Hike along miles of waterfront
- Visit the iconic Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
- Explore our regional park system, including the stunning Minnehaha Falls
- Golf, fish, bike and run in a green urban environment
- Learn more about recreation
Out on the Town
There’s always something to do and places to go.
- Visit distinct neighborhoods (Uptown, Northeast, Lyn-Lake and more) for unique dining experiences and local culture. More on Minneapolis neighborhoods
- In downtown Minneapolis, head to the Warehouse District, the Hennepin Theatre District and the Riverfront District, all offering hot live music, dining and lessons in history. More on nightlife
- Cheer on our professional sports teams in baseball (Minnesota Twins), basketball (Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx), hockey (Minnesota Wild) and football (Minnesota Vikings). More on professional sports
A Rich History
Members of the Ojibwe and Dakota Sioux tribes were original inhabitants of Minnesota in the 19th century. The name Minnesota is derived from a Sioux word meaning “cloudy water.” The state is now home to 9 federally recognized Ojibwe, Sioux and Chippewa tribes.
- Northland Native American Products provides Native American art, beadwork, jewelry and unique gifts.
More Resources & Information
Experience more of Minneapolis and Saint Paul:
to Minneapolis - Saint Paul (MSP):
Daily, non-stop air service to MSP is available on Northwest Airlines KLM from London Gatwick. Book a flight
The 16th busiest airport in the world, the MSP International Airport moved 35.6 million passengers last year.
- Service to 14 international cities
- Only a 15-minute drive to downtown Minneapolis, 30 minutes via the light rail transit
- Five minutes from Mall of America
MSP is also a gateway to the Rocky mountain and Great Lakes regions.
Rocky Mountain International
Great Lakes of North America
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