Things To Do
Walk/Bike around Lakes in Uptown
Start at Isle's Coffee and Bun, walk around Lake of the Isles (where we got engaged!) and Bde Maka Ska
Self-Guided Brewery Tour
Minneapolis has a great beer scene. All recommendations are within biking distance or have parking available. Many breweries have food trucks or food available. Definitely check these out! Best Food: Surly Best Beer: Dangerous Man Best Cider: Socialable Cider Works Best Outdoor: Bauhaus, Indeed, Fulton Within Walking Distance of Hotels: Modist, Fulton, Inbound, Pryes, Clockwork
Walk Across Stone Arch Bridge into North East MPLS
Start at Mill City Farmers Market (open Sat), walk across river into Northeast, enjoy restuarants on St Anthony Main (Aster Café) or going to Punch, Kramarczuk's, or Brasa in northeast
Visit Minnehaha Falls
Casual 2 mile loop hike. Check out Sea Salt Eatery for Walleye Tacos.
Explore the Coffee Scene
Within walking distance of hotels: Spyhouse, Fairgrounds, FRGMNT Coffee Shop, Penny's, Bellecour Bakery @ Cooks
Graze | Provisions + Libations
THE North Loop Hangout Spot: foodhall, indoor/outdoor bar & dinning + rooftop
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Check out Minneapolis Sculpture Garden at Walker Art Center. Free to public. Also check out Skyline Mini Golf at Walker Art Center's Rooftop.
First Avenue
A must see for any music lovers. Catch a show or take a picture by the Prince star.
Mill City Museum
Built on the ruins of the Washburn "A" Mill, the museum focuses on the founding and growth of Minneapolis, especially flour milling and other industries that used hydropower from St. Anthony Falls.
Hai Hai
Southeast Asian restaurant great for brunch lunch or dinner. Great food and cocktails. price $$ | 10 min drive | reservation required
Hola Arepa
Restaurant specializing in Arepas and other Latin Street Food. Great for Brunch or Dinner. Fantastic patio scene and cocktails. price $$ | 10 min drive | reservation recommended
Young Joni
One of our favorite restaurants in Mpls! Come here for wood fire pizza and cocktails. Swing by Dangerous Man Brewery down the street for a before-dinner beer or visit Young Joni's "back bar" for cocktails. price $$ | 10 min drive | reservation required
Matt's Bar and Grill
Home of the Juicy Lucy - a Minnesota delicacy. We recommend for a causal lunch or dinner. price $ | 10 min drive | no reservations
Sebastian Joe's Ice Cream Cafe
Best Ice Cream in MSP. price $ | 5 min drive | ample street parking
Isles Bun & Coffee
These are TOP NOTCH cinnamon rolls located 2 blocks from our old apartment. Pick up a few cinnamon rolls and walk to Lake of the Isles to eat. Note: arrive before 9 am or you might find yourself in a long line. price $ | 5-10 min drive | street parking available
Red Rabbit Minneapolis
Contemporary Italian Restaurant in North Loop. Great pastas, pizzas and cocktails as well as a brunch menu on weekends. price $$ | 10 min walk | reservation recommended
Rooftop at Hewing Hotel
Hewing Hotel Rooftop is a great scene to get a drink or small bites while enjoying the view of the Minneapolis Skyline! price $$ | 5 min walk
The Freehouse
Easy to please restaurant with expansive menu and great beer. Popular spot for brunch or dinner and has indoor and outdoor seating options. price $$ | 20 min walk