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How to spend top weekend in Minneapolis - ideas on extraordinary attractions and sites
Active Leisure on the Lakes
There are 24 scenic lakes in the Minneapolis area. This is why it is otherwise called the "Lakes City". If you love nature you can come to any of them. You will have the opportunity to walk through the bike and pedestrian paths or go water sports. For example, all conditions for riding a boat, kayak, sailboat, or canoe are created on lakes Cedar and Nokomis.
Minneapolis will appeal to those who prefer active recreation and sports entertainment. The city is famous for its natural beauty and variety of entertainment centers. One of the most … 
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Tour of Fort Snelling
Fort Snelling was built at a place located at the intersection of the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers in 1819. It was a whole city with a school, a hospital, warehouses, a canteen, a store, and soldiers' barracks. Today you can go here on a tour. You will be able to walk through the rooms of the fort, including the armory, the rooms of ordinary soldiers, and the house for sergeants. Copyright www.orangesmile.com
Minneapolis is a perfect destination for haute cuisine connoisseurs. Fans of different culinary trends will find a proper place to eat and enjoy delicacies among hundreds of restaurants and … Open
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Voyage on the Mississippi
You can contact the company Mississippi River Day Trips by Wilderness Inquiry while vacationing in Minneapolis. You can book a trip on the Mississippi River by boat there. You can admire the beautiful landscape of its banks, passing by parks, picturesque lakes, and unique plants. You will also have the opportunity to make a stop to have a picnic or go fishing.
Picturesque Minneapolis is often called “city of lakes”. Rivers and lakes make city landscapes really compelling. They have become an integral part of the city. Around lakes, there are … Open
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Walk on the Skyway
Districts located in the central part of Minneapolis are connected by a system of ground-floor bridges called Skyway. It is made of durable glass and metal. It is laid between buildings on the 2nd-floor level. This system of crossings is 8 miles long. For example, you can enjoy the sights of the city's business district using Skyway. You will also have the opportunity to shop in all weather conditions. You will not have to go outside or touch the ground at all to do this.
View Minneapolis from a Height
There are several skyscrapers in Minneapolis. But IDS Center is in the first place in height. Its height is 241 meters. It was built in 1972. Offices of various companies are located on all its floors today. You can visit IDS Center from 9:30 to 19:00 on a weekday. It is open from 10:00 to 18:00 on Saturday and from noon to 17:00 on Sunday. You can get to its roof and enjoy a wonderful view of the city.
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Active Recreation in the Voyageurs National Park
If you like to spend time in nature you can go to the north of the state. You can visit Voyageurs National Park. It was opened in 1971. 4 large lakes and 35 small lakes with rocky Islands are located on its territory. Deer, elk, eagles, and gulls are found here. If you come here you can live in a tent or in a cabin near Rainy Lake. You will be able to rent a barge that has a cabin. If you rent a canoe, motorboat or seaplane you can explore the scenic area.
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City tours, excursions and tickets in Minneapolis and surroundings
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Map of all art museums
Art galleries in Minneapolis and around
♥ Art museum 'Walker Art Center' Minneapolis, 2.4 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'Minneapolis Institute of Arts' Minneapolis, 2.5 km from the center. On the map
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♥ Art museum 'The Museum of Russian Art' Minneapolis, 8.6 km from the center. On the map
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Walk through hidden local streets, sneak to a small cafe, breathe and enjoy Minneapolis from inside. Stay out from the beaten track during your city weekend, discover the soul of Minneapolis as a real travel gourment. Follow our guide, take one of the exclusive services and spend your time in Minneapolis unforgettably and with a full passion!
