Christmas in Minneapolis and Saint Paul
No matter which side of the Twin Cities metro area you prefer, you’ve got plenty of holiday attractions, Christmas markets, and shopping options across Minneapolis and Saint Paul.
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Visit the American Swedish Institute, Minneapolis
One of our favorite annual sojourns is the American Swedish Institute in South Minneapolis at Christmas time. While the Turnblad Mansion is always a treat for the art and history buff in us, it’s especially wonderful when its halls are decked for the holidays.
7 Great Minneapolis Restaurants
Seven greats of the Minneapolis restaurant scene, plus a few more. A selection of restaurants we’ve enjoyed recently. Some new and some old favorites; choices for breakfast, lunch and dinner.
The Winchell Trail, Hiking Minneapolis
The Winchell Trail along the Mississippi River in south Minneapolis is the oldest hiking trail in the Minneapolis Park System. It parallels the West River Parkway, but is a much more pleasant walk. And it gets you down all the way to the river bank.
Minneapolis: Minnehaha Falls to the Mississippi River
You can take a two-mile walk from Minnehaha Falls to the Mississippi River and hardly know you’re in a city.
What to Do in Minneapolis and Saint Paul
A semi comprehensive list of things to do and see in Minneapolis and Saint Paul: museums, restaurants, biking, music, and more.
Granite Falls: Minnesota River Town
Small town Granite Falls on the Minnesota River features the historic Volstead House Museum, a WWII air museum, and a spirited arts community. Just over two hours’ drive from Minneapolis, it makes for an easy overnight or weekend getaway.
Visiting the Fort Snelling Historic Site
Located at the juncture of the Minnesota and Mississippi Rivers, Fort Snelling is a lesson in early Minnesota History.
The Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness
How to prepare for and enjoy the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness, the most pristine landscape in the lower 48 states. Choose a good outfitter, prepare for weather changes, and enjoy the dark skies.
Visiting Isle Royale National Park
Located in Lake Superior 20 miles off the coast of the most northern tip of Minnesota, the 50 mile-long, six mile-wide Isle Royale National Park takes some getting to. But once there it offers what the more popular parks don’t, primarily – splendid isolation.