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Twin Cities Tourism and Sightseeing
Minneapolis is the City by Nature, with fabulous shopping, dining and entertainment next to lakes, parks and a mighty river that brought the city to being.

Experience the city at its best as you walk or bike on 50+ miles of trails along the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway as they pass the Chain of Lakes or enjoy paths winding along the Mississippi River. With over 80 miles of on street and over 80 miles of off-street pathways through scenic parks, downtown and the neighborhoods, this active, lush, green city will impress and urge you outdoors. You can rent bikes April - November from Nice Ride Minnesota at kiosks.

Getting around is a snap using light rail transit, with stops in downtown, at the airport and Mall of America. No matter what the weather, easily travel between many hotels and attractions using the skyway system in downtown.

Diverse ethnic options line Nicollet Avenue’s “Eat Street” and the Warehouse District is the center of downtown’s nightlife; bursting with restaurants and nightclubs. Fine dining options abound at restaurants owned by James Beard Award-winning chefs.

Art, science and history are on display at more than 55 museums in the area and well-known places such as Walker Art Center, Minneapolis Institute of Arts and Weisman Art Museum that have made their mark nationally.

Visit the historic Riverfront and Mill District, where Minneapolis got its start in the flour milling industry. You’ll know you’re in a true urban melting pot as you try diverse ethnic dining options that line Nicollet Avenue’s “Eat Street.” The Warehouse District is the center of downtown’s nightlife; bursting with restaurants and nightclubs right outside the gleaming, LEED Silver-Certified Target Field ballpark.

There are outdoor activities for every season and Minneapolitans are active year-round. Bike, boat, water ski, run, cross-country ski, fish (or ice fish!), play and watch team sports from one of our five professional teams. You can be an active participant or spectator in Minneapolis!

No trip to Minneapolis would be complete without souvenirs! Shop along the 13-blocks of pedestrian-friendly Nicollet Mall at Macy’s and the flagship Target store or visit the largest mall in the country, Mall of America – a short ride via the METRO Blue Line train. Plus, there’s no sales tax on apparel and shoes, so bring an extra bag!

There is literally something for everyone here and you will feel right at home with the friendly residents, clean and beautiful downtown and the many amenities that make a trip worth taking!
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Drive-By Truckers - Southern Rock Opera Revisited 2024
Drive-By Truckers - Southern Rock Opera Revisited 2024 things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Oct 25, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Drive-By Truckers - Southern Rock Opera Revisited 2024 October 25, 2024 at Uptown Theater Minneapolis in Minneapolis, MN 7:00PM


Drive-By Truckers - Southern Rock Opera Revisited 2024
Drive-By Truckers - Southern Rock Opera Revisited 2024 things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Oct 26, 2024 (Saturday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Drive-By Truckers - Southern Rock Opera Revisited 2024 October 26, 2024 at Uptown Theater Minneapolis in Minneapolis, MN 7:00PM

Dylan Gossett at First Avenue
Dylan Gossett at First Avenue things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Nov 22, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Dylan Gossett November 22, 2024 at First Avenue in Minneapolis, MN 7:30PM

Echo and the Bunnymen at First Avenue
Echo and the Bunnymen at First Avenue things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
This Month, May 29, 2024 (Wednesday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Echo and the Bunnymen May 29, 2024 at First Avenue in Minneapolis, MN 8:00PM

El Yaki & Banda Corona Del Rey at State Theatre
El Yaki & Banda Corona Del Rey at State Theatre things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Sep 13, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

El Yaki & Banda Corona Del Rey September 13, 2024 at State Theatre in Minneapolis, MN 8:00PM


Enter Shikari w/ You Me at Six at First Avenue
Enter Shikari w/ You Me at Six at First Avenue things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Oct 25, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Enter Shikari w/ You Me at Six October 25, 2024 at First Avenue in Minneapolis, MN 7:00PM

Entheos & More at Cabooze
Entheos & More at Cabooze things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Jul 19, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Entheos & More July 19, 2024 at Cabooze in Minneapolis, MN 6:00PM

ERRA: Cure North America at Varsity Theater
ERRA: Cure North America at Varsity Theater things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Next Weekend, May 24, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

ERRA: Cure North America May 24, 2024 at Varsity Theater in Minneapolis, MN 6:00PM

Ezra Bell at 7th Street Entry
Ezra Bell at 7th Street Entry things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Next Week, May 22, 2024 (Wednesday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Ezra Bell May 22, 2024 at 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis, MN 8:00PM


Faye Webster w/ Benet at Palace Theatre-MN
Faye Webster w/ Benet at Palace Theatre-MN things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Aug 04, 2024 (Sunday) Concert event in St. Paul, MN USA

Faye Webster w/ Benet August 04, 2024 at Palace Theatre-MN in St. Paul, MN 7:30PM

Fiddlehead w/ Graham Hunt - band at 7th Street Entry
Fiddlehead w/ Graham Hunt - band at 7th Street Entry things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Jul 08, 2024 (Monday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Fiddlehead w/ Graham Hunt - band July 08, 2024 at 7th Street Entry in Minneapolis, MN 8:00PM

First Avenue presents Hauser: Rebel With A Cello
First Avenue presents Hauser: Rebel With A Cello things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Next Month, Jun 13, 2024 (Thursday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

First Avenue presents Hauser: Rebel With A Cello June 13, 2024 at State Theatre in Minneapolis, MN 8:00PM

Fletcher - In Search Of The Antidote Tour
Fletcher - In Search Of The Antidote Tour things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Sep 12, 2024 (Thursday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Fletcher - In Search Of The Antidote Tour September 12, 2024 at Fillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus in Minneapolis, MN 6:30PM

Floydian Slip at Ames Center
Floydian Slip at Ames Center things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Oct 11, 2024 (Friday) Concert event in Burnsville, MN USA

Floydian Slip October 11, 2024 at Ames Center in Burnsville, MN 8:00PM

Floydian Slip at Ames Center
Floydian Slip at Ames Center things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Columbus Day Weekend, Oct 12, 2024 (Saturday) Concert event in Burnsville, MN USA

Floydian Slip October 12, 2024 at Ames Center in Burnsville, MN 8:00PM

Fontaines D.C.
Fontaines D.C. things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Oct 08, 2024 (Tuesday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Fontaines D.C. October 08, 2024 at Fillmore Minneapolis presented by Affinity Plus in Minneapolis, MN 7:00PM

Foo Fighters - Everything Or Nothing At All at Target Field
Foo Fighters - Everything Or Nothing At All at Target Field things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Jul 28, 2024 (Sunday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Foo Fighters - Everything Or Nothing At All July 28, 2024 at Target Field in Minneapolis, MN 5:30PM

for KING + COUNTRY LIVE: The UNSUNG HERO 2024 Tour
for KING + COUNTRY LIVE: The UNSUNG HERO 2024 Tour things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Oct 19, 2024 (Saturday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

for KING + COUNTRY LIVE: The UNSUNG HERO 2024 Tour October 19, 2024 at Target Center in Minneapolis, MN 7:00PM

Frank Turner & the Sleeping Souls
Frank Turner & the Sleeping Souls things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Next Month, Jun 01, 2024 (Saturday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Frank Turner & the Sleeping Souls June 01, 2024 at Uptown Theater Minneapolis in Minneapolis, MN 5:30PM

Fred Hersch at Dakota Jazz Club
Fred Hersch at Dakota Jazz Club things to do on a rainy day in Twin Cities, MN
Next Month, Jun 09, 2024 (Sunday) Concert event in Minneapolis, MN USA

Fred Hersch June 09, 2024 at Dakota Jazz Club in Minneapolis, MN 7:00PM

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Best Time to Visit Twin Cities


The best time to visit Twin Cities, Minnesota is in the summer and fall for the lakes, festivals and fun! If you like winter, St. Paul's Winter Festival in January and February might be just the ticket. Summer temperatures are mild with averages in the 70s and 80s. Fall temperatures are cool with averages in the 40s. Fall nights are cold with lows in the low 30s. Winter averages are in the 20s.

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Monthly Temperatures in Twin Cities


Month Low Avg High
January 6.2 14.5 22.8
February 13.0 21.4 29.7
March 23.9 32.8 41.7
April 36.2 47.2 58.2
May 48.5 59.9 71.2
June 57.6 68.4 79.1
July 62.7 73.0 83.2
August 60.7 70.8 80.8
September 51.7 61.8 71.8
October 40.1 49.8 59.4
November 26.1 33.3 40.5
December 12.3 19.5 26.7

Twin Cities Visitor Bureau


Minneapolis, City by Nature

Minneapolis, City by Nature


Free Twin Cities Visitor Guide


Minneapolis Saint Paul Official Visitors Guide

Minneapolis Saint Paul Official Visitors Guide



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