10 TOP Things to Do in Minneapolis - St. Paul (2025 Activity Guide)

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What to do in Minneapolis - St. Paul

Popular places to visit

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Mall of America

You can browse for souvenirs when you visit Mall of America, a favorite shopping spot in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Target Field

Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theater scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

Nickelodeon Universe

Rollercoasters, a Ferris wheel and a host of TV characters will provide a wonderful day of entertainment for visitors of all ages.

Minnesota State Fairgrounds

Enjoy a stop at Minnesota State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Falcon Heights. Experience the area's great live music and acclaimed theater scene.

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit University of Minnesota, Twin Cities, during your trip to Minneapolis - St. Paul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its great live music.

Minneapolis Convention Center

Learn about the events happening at Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Valleyfair Amusement Park

Bring the kiddos to Valleyfair Amusement Park and enjoy some excitement at this theme park in Shakopee. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Minnesota Zoo

Let the beautiful inhabitants of this interactive zoo charm and entertain the whole family for hours on end.

Como Park Zoo and Conservatory

There’s plenty to see and do at this public park, which incorporates a zoo, a conservatory, an amusement park, Lake Como, a golf course and a pool.

Areas of Minneapolis - St. Paul

Downtown Minneapolis

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like Target Field and U.S. Bank Stadium, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

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South Minneapolis

If you're spending time in South Minneapolis, check out sights like Lake Nokomis or Lake Harriet and hop on the metro to see more the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.

Downtown West

Travelers love Downtown West for its popular shops, and you can see more of Minneapolis by jumping on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Government Plaza Station. You might spend time checking out top sights like Nicollet Mall and Hennepin Center for the Arts.

Downtown St. Paul

Spend some time visiting places like Fitzgerald Theater while getting to know Downtown St. Paul, and be sure to check out the live music. You can hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station to see more of the area.

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East Bloomington

While you're in East Bloomington, take in top sights like Mall of America or Lego Imagination Center, and hop on the metro to see more the city at Mall of America Station or 28th Avenue Station.

South Loop

While you're in South Loop, take in top sights like Mall of America or Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium, and hop on the metro to see more the city at 28th Avenue Station or Mall of America Station.