Explore the Twin Cities!

- Sightseeing -

James J. Hill House

We went here on one of our first dates! Take a tour of a dope old mansion. Also take a drive down Summit Ave to see more cool houses that are totally within our price range.

The Monument

At the end of Summit Ave. 10/10 view of the Mississippi River. Check out the bluffs below and take a walk along the river. P.S. Bonus points if you see a Macalester couple on a first date.

Minnesota State Capitol

State capitols don't get much better looking than this. Take a tour of another dope old building.

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

Better than your average zoo because it is free and there is a bonus conservatory.

Stone Arch Bridge

Great place to see the Mississippi River and the Minneapolis skyline, including the Guthrie Theater and Mill City Ruins. Half of the bridge will be closed due to construction, but you should still be able to walk out onto it to get a good pic for Insta.

Mill City Museum

A sick museum about the history of Minneapolis. Not far from the Stone Arch Bridge.

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Another early date for Liz and Riley! Who doesn't like a good art museum?

Walker Art Center

The sculpture garden is lit. Don't miss the classic Spoonbridge and Cherry.

Minneapolis Chain of Lakes

Take a walk! Lake of the Isles is our favorite since it's in our old stomping grounds, but they're all good.

Silverwood Park

A beautiful park just north of the Cities -- we thought about getting married here, but it didn't make the cut. We did however get our engagement photos taken here. See if you can recreate some of our poses!

- Other Places that Make this Our Home -

Macalester College

We're getting married here, but take some extra time to walk around the campus! It's literally like a 20-minute walk, tops. Liz went to college here with Kofi Annan.

XXXX Riverton Ave

Riley's childhood home. His family doesn't live there anymore, but feel free to take a tour of the neighborhood. Ask the neighbors for stories of Riley's wild exploits.

- Good eats (and drinks!) -

Nina's Coffee Cafe

Stop here after walking around the Cathedral or touring the James J. Hill House! Pro tip: It's pronounced "NINE-uhs."

St. Paul Cheese Shop

The name says it all. The best sandwiches and special little gourmet treats to go!

Gus Gus

Something a little fancier. Try the beef tongue!

Groveland Tap

This was just a lowly dive bar that Liz knew from college as "The Tap" when Riley suggested we go here on our second date after discovering that every bowling alley in town was full because of opening league night. Riley referred to it as "The Groveland Tap." Liz thought that was very silly.

Cecil's Deli

Fans of corned beef specials should get Liz's favorite, the East Coast. Sub their "bird sauce" for the thousand island it comes with!

India Palace Uptown

Our favorite place in the Twin Cities for Indian food! Our go-to takeout option when we lived in South Minneapolis.