Two-Day Minneapolis City Experience

  • Day 1: Nicollet Mall
    5 minutes (0.1 miles) from IDS Center

    Nicollet Mall is a shopping and dining district located in downtown Minneapolis. It features a wide range of shops, restaurants, and bars, as well as public art installations and street performers. Visitors can enjoy a stroll down the pedestrian-friendly street and take in the vibrant atmosphere.

  • Day 1: Mill City Museum
    15 minutes (1.1 miles) from Nicollet Mall

    The Mill City Museum is a historical museum that educates visitors about the flour milling industry in Minneapolis. The museum features interactive exhibits, a flour tower ride, and a rooftop observation deck with views of the Mississippi River. Visitors can learn about the city's history and the industry that helped shape it.

  • Day 2: Walker Art Center
    15 minutes (3.3 miles) from Mill City Museum

    The Walker Art Center is a contemporary art museum located in the Lowry Hill neighborhood of Minneapolis. The museum features a wide range of modern and contemporary art exhibits, as well as a sculpture garden and film screenings. Visitors can explore the exhibits and take in the thought-provoking works of art.

  • Day 2: Lake of the Isles Park
    10 minutes (2.2 miles) from Walker Art Center

    Lake of the Isles Park is a scenic park located near the Chain of Lakes in Minneapolis. The park features walking paths, a playground, and a picturesque lake surrounded by trees and foliage. Visitors can enjoy a relaxing stroll or have a picnic while taking in the beautiful scenery.

Time and Costs Estimates

  • Nicollet Mall (1-2 hours, free)
  • Mill City Museum (2-3 hours, $12 adults, $10 seniors and college students, $6 children ages 5-17, free for children under 5 and members)
  • Walker Art Center (2-3 hours, $15 adults, $13 seniors, $10 students, free for children under 18 and members)
  • Lake of the Isles Park (1-2 hours, free)
  • Total Estimated Costs: $37-50

Transportation

Minneapolis has a well-connected public transportation system that includes buses, light rail, and the Northstar commuter rail. Visitors can purchase tickets and passes at metro stations and online. Taxis and ride-sharing services are also available throughout the city. Transportation costs vary based on the mode of transportation and distance traveled.

Useful Tips

If you have more time, consider visiting the Minneapolis Institute of Art, the Guthrie Theater, or the Chain of Lakes for additional outdoor activities. Those with less time may want to adjust the itinerary to fit their needs.

Airports

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) is the main airport serving the city. It is located 12 miles south of downtown Minneapolis and 10 miles southwest of downtown Saint Paul. The airport code is MSP.

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