Things To Do In Minneapolis
Looking for something to do while you are at the conventions center? Check out their website for things to do or visit Explore Minnesota -- a great resource for sites to see in the North Star State!
Family Attractions
Minneapolis Zoo
13000 Zoo Blvd., Aplle Valley, MN 55124
(952) 431-9500
Cutting edge exhibits and attractions makes the Minnisota Zoo one of the best in the country.
Minnesota State Fair
1265 Snelling Ave., St. Paul, MN 55108
(651) 288-4400
The Minnesota State Fair is one of the nation's largest and best-attended agricultural and educational fair.
Valley Fair
1 Valleyfair Drive, Shakopee, MN 55379
(952) 445-7600
With amusement rides, rollercoasters and a waterpark, Valley Fair is the Upper Midwest's largest amusement park.
Shopping
Midtown Global Market
920 E. Lake St., Minneapolis, MN 55407
(612) 872-4041
The Midtown Global Market is an internationally-themed public market featuring fresh and prepared foods, restaurants, and a selection of arts and crafts from around the world.
Mall of America
8100 24 Ave. S., Bloomington, MN 55425
(952) 883-8800
The Mall of America is the largest shopping mall in the US. It features over 500 stores, 50 restaurants and even an amusement park!
Museums
The Museum of Broadcasting
3517 Raleigh Avenue, St. Louis Park, Minnesota 55416
952-926-8198
Open Wednesday - Saturday, 10 am till 5 pm
The Museum of Broadcasting houses one of the world's finest collections of antique radio, television, and broadcast equipment. The Museum has gained international recognition for its continuing efforts in preserving and documenting the history of an industry that has made monumental changes in the fabric of modern life.
Minnesota Children's Museum
10 W. 7th Street, St. Paul, MN 55102
(651) 225-6000
For more than 30 years, the Minnesota Children's Museum has embedded the research on play, creativity and child development into its interactive learning environment and programs.
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
2400 3rd. Ave. S., Minneapolis, MN 55404
(888) 642-2787
The Minneapolis Institute of Arts houses over eighty thousand works of art that span over five thousand years. Admission is free and open to the public.
Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum
333 E. River Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55455
(612) 625-9494
Housed in a striking stainless steel and brick building, the Weisman Art Museum features early twentieth-century American artists, as well as a diverse selection of ceramics and contemporary art. Admission is free and open to the public.
Scenic Attractions
Skyway System
The Skyway System is an interlinked and climate-controlled collection of enclosed sidewalks that connects various buildings in downtown Minneapolis. The extensive system is the largest continuous system in the world, connecting 69 blocks and spanning almost 8 miles.
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Located on Vineland Place, across from the Walker Art Center.
The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is one of the largest urban sculpture gardens in the country, with 40 permanent art installations spanning over 11 acres.
Theater
Orpheum Theater
910 Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, MN 55403
(612) 339-7007
The Historic Orpheum Theater opened its doors in 1921 as a vaudeville and live presentation venue. The Orpheum Theatre has been host to Big Bands, movie premiers, dance troupes, and touring Broadway productions.
Guthrie Theater
818 South 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415
1 (877) 447-8243
With an annual attendance of nearly 500,000 people, the Guthrie Theater presents a mix of classic plays and contemporary work on its three stages.