Twin Cities Must See and Do

If you only have a few hours or days in the Twin Cities, then I recommend these must see and do! 1. Mall of America 2. Walker Art Center and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden 3. Grand Ave 4. Stone Arch Bridge 5. Lake Minnetonka

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1. Mall of America is famous for shopping, interesting restaurants, and an indoor amusement park.

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Want a huge indoor shopping trip? There's hundreds of stores, restaurants, and an indoor rollercoaster! There's something fun for all ages, and is a wonderful place to escape the cold and snow in the winter.

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2. The Walker Art Center and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is world famous for their modern art and sculptures. Take a picture in front of the famous cherry and spoon!

Walker Art Center

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You can visit the outdoor sculpture garden for free! Visit the famous cherry and spoon sculpture. Admission for the gallery varies and the Walker is closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

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3. Grand Ave is a street in Saint Paul with hundreds of boutiques and uniques shops for everyone. There are also many amazing restaurants and bars to try out.

Grand Avenue

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With hundreds of shops, spas, and restaurants to try, Grand Ave is a shopping destination. My personal favorites are Penzy's Spices and Cafe Latte. Grand Ave is walkable and the stores run over 1 mile. Come in June for Grand Old Days when the street is blocked for pedestrians and a parade.

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4. The Stone Arch Bridge is a pedestrian only bridge with stunning views of Minneapolis and Saint Paul.

Stone Arch Bridge

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The Stone Arch Bridge is a for walking, biking, dogs, and children to enjoy the views of downtown Minneapolis and the mighty Mississippi River. Park on the northern side and walk over to the Guthrie Theater for spectacular views and entertainment.

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5. Lake Minnetonka has year round amenities for all types of adventures.

Lake Minnetonka

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Whether you come to Lake Minnetonka in the summer time for a boat ride and dip in the lake, or dare to venture out on the frozen ice for some ice fishing, is up to you. There are numerous restaurants to drive in your car or boat!

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See and Do in Minneapolis, MN

If you only have a few hours or days to spend in Minneapolis, here are the top 5 things to see and do. 1. Minneapolis Institute of Art 2. Mill City Museum 3. Guthrie Theater 4. Minnehaha Falls 5. Weisman Art Museum

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Emily Peterson / Postcards Travel

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Hi, I’m Emily. I have been an avid female solo traveler most of my adult life. I have traveled to over 27 countries, on four continents, as well as lived in three countries, and tried to learn two other languages. I studied in Chile for a semester in college. I lived in Ecuador for a year, learning Spanish and teaching English. More recently, I was living and teaching in Sweden, and also trying to learn Swedish. I love to explore places off the beaten path, creating my own itineraries, and making connections with the locals. I currently live in Saint Paul, Minnesota. I am a true Minnesotan at heart and enjoy being a local tourist in my home state. I am a travel agent, teacher, dog-walker, and notary public! I am excited to share my experiences, recommendations, and ideas for the places I have traveled. I am a travel agent and my small business is called Postcards Travel. I can book and plan for all types of vacations for all types of people.

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