Located in the southeast of the state not far from the Wisconsin border, the “City of Lakes” (pop. 425,000) is walkable and welcoming, and great for art and culture lovers as well as foodies. Stroll downtown pedestrian Nicollet Mall with its shops, restaurants, and public art. Explore scenic trails around the some of the aforementioned bodies of water, especially the Chain of Lakes (Lake Harriet, Lake Calhoun, and Lake of the Isles). Kick back in Minnehaha Park, featuring 53-foot Minnehaha Falls. Get some panoramic views over the Mississippi River and St. Anthony Falls from historic pedestrian Stone Arch Bridge.
On the cultural front, highlights include a pair of world-class art museums Walker Art Center; the Minneapolis Institute of Art; the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, home to the famous Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture; Guthrie Theater, with Broadway-caliber performances; First Avenue, an iconic music venue where legends like proud native son Prince made their mark; and Paisley Park, where Prince made his music, and so have other major music figures such as Madonna and Lizzo.
And of course there´s a great panoply of bars, clubs, and restaurants (including an impressive selection of world cuisines) for all tastes and budgets.
Read more in my post 9 of the Top Minnesota Musts.
Comments