Things to Do in Minneapolis
Top attractions, best neighborhoods to wander, and the food you shouldn't skip in Minneapolis, USA — 2026 traveler picks.
Top places to see
Walker Art Center + Spoonbridge sculpture garden
World-class contemporary art (Walker, USD 15) + free outdoor sculpture garden featuring the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry. 2 hours.
Mall of America (USA's largest)
Adjacent to MSP airport (10 min by Metro Blue Line). 520+ stores + Nickelodeon Universe indoor theme park. Closer to MSP than downtown.
Stone Arch Bridge + Mississippi waterfront
Iconic limestone arched railway bridge (1883), now pedestrian. Best Minneapolis photo. Adjacent Mill City Museum (USD 15).
Lake Calhoun / Bde Maka Ska
Urban lake with 3-mile walking/biking trail. Beach + paddleboarding in summer. Frozen + ice skating in winter (Dec-Feb).
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Things to do in Minneapolis
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Tours, tickets & day trips
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Juicy Lucy (cheese-stuffed burger) at Matt's Bar or Blue Door Pub (the Lucy is contested between them). Hotdish (Minnesota casserole) anywhere. Walleye fish at Tin Fish. Coffee at Spyhouse.
Local tip
MSP is 16km from downtown — Metro Blue Line is the cheapest fast option (USD 2.50, 25 min). The station is at the airport. Adjacent Mall of America is closer than downtown — good for 3-4 hour layovers if shopping/eating is your thing.
Where to stay
Hotels across Minneapolis — filter by neighborhood + budget on the map below.