Best in retail, attractions, and entertainment! Since opening its doors in 1992, Mall of America has revolutionized the shopping experience of tens of millions of visitors a year. MOA is one of the top tourist destinations in the country and is known around the world, hosting more than 400 events a year, ranging from concerts, to celebrity appearances and fashion shows. Check out their website for the store and restaurant directory and do some damage while you're in town!
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One of Minneapolis's oldest and most popular park, featuring a majestic 53-foot waterfall, limestone bluffs, and river overlooks, attracting more than 850,000 visitors annually.
Follow the lights to the only place that brings nonstop gaming action, dining, drinks and entertainment together as part of a complete resort experience. Enjoy a variety of your favorite casino games under one roof: slots, bingo, blackjack and electronic table games!
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The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is better than ever! This crown jewel of the city’s park system unites two of Minnesota’s most cherished resources—its parks and its cultural life. Showcasing more than 40 works from the Walker Art Center’s collections, including the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry. A partnership between the Walker and the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board, the Garden is must-see destination for visitors of all ages.
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The Como Zoo features a seal island, a large cat exhibit, a variety of aquatic life, primates, birds, African hoofed animals and a world class polar bear exhibit. The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory has two acres under glass with a number of different wings dedicated to a variety of plant life including bonsai trees, ferns, orchids and seasonal flowers. The Marjorie McNeely Conservatory also features many outdoor gardens. Visit the zoo, the gardens or all!
HONORABLE MENTIONS:
Asia Mall - Eden Prairie
Gutherie Theatre - Minneapolis
Hmong Village & Hmong Town - Saint Paul
Walker Art Center - Minneapolis
Minnesota Zoo - Apple Valley
ValleyFair - Shakopee
OUR FAVORITES:
Brunch/Coffee:
Marc Heu Patisserie - Saint Paul
Hope Breakfast Bar - Saint Paul, St. Louis Park, Eagan
Cafe Astoria - Saint Paul
Backstory Coffee - Minneapolis
Rise Bagel Co. - Minneapolis
Third Space Cafe - Minneapolis
Mi Sant - Brooklyn Park, Roseville
Eat/Drink in Minneapolis:
Shop:
Patina - Minneapolis, Roseville
Rosedale Center - Roseville
The Galleria - Edina
Shops on 50th & France - Edina
Twin Cities Premium Outlets - Eagan