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The Best Tourist Stops In Minnesota
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items My real-deal MN guide - 10 local restaurants that are actually worth the trip, plus 10 entertainment picks for kid-friendly fun and grown-up adventures alike. Everything I'd tell a friend visiting the Twin Cities to check out!
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Come on… who doesn't like to find the best food joints when they go somewhere new!?
If you love a homemade meal, this hibachi style grill will make your mouth happy!
Fuji Sushi & Steakhouse
Do not skip this stop! The BEST Laos food. Homemade and the best taste.
Gai Noi
The Boil opened this year, 2023. I was not disappointed by the amount of food for what I paid for and the taste.. TO DIE FOR.
The Boil
Can you tell I love my authentic food? This is a Saint Cloud area origial and never dissapoints
La Casita
I worked here for 3 years and love the food and the people! If you're looking to have a fun night and watch any sports game you can imagine, stop in here!
Ultimate Sports Bar and Grill
Check out all the cool decor on the walls here and make sure to try their loaded mashed potatoes!
Grandmas Saloon & Grill
Sushi lovers must go here!
KYOTO SUSHI
Hand's down one of the coolest restaurants
Hell's Kitchen Minneapolis
If you're okay at sarcastically being made fun of, check out this restaurant where they'll put you in your place by the time they seat you.
Dick's Last Resort
Surly is a Minnesota icon and the beer garden is absolutely STUNNING — it's like a secret gem right in the middle of the city! 🍺✨ The food is amazing, the vibes are immaculate, and the outdoor seating area at night is giving full festival energy! 🌟...
Surly Brewing Co.
Spoon and Stable is the crown jewel of Minneapolis dining — James Beard nominated and absolutely worth every penny! 🍴✨ Chef Gavin Kaysen's menu is pure magic — the kind of dinner that makes you feel like a whole main character! 👑😍
Spoon and Stable
Owamni is a James Beard Award WINNER and one of the most unique dining experiences in the country — you cannot visit Minneapolis without eating here! 🏆✨ Chef Sean Sherman's Indigenous-inspired menu is unlike anything you've ever tasted, and the view...
Owamni (Original) by The Sioux Chef
Hai Hai brings the tropical vibes, bright Southeast Asian flavors, and the cutest atmosphere all in one stop! 🌴🔥 Go hungry, order a few things to share, and prepare for this to become a new Minneapolis favorite.
Hai Hai
Entertainment
As a mom, I do a lot of kids activities but sometimes I get out and get to do adult things too. I'll share it all here!
The one and only Mall of America is a must see! You won't see it all day but it's worth a try :p
Mall of America®
My absolute favorite zoo to take the kids to!
Safari North Wildlife Park
Hands down the best when it comes to zoos for the kids to see rare animals
Hemker Park and Zoo
Come and watch a sports game! It's always a blast, way better then tv!
Target Field
Beautiful tourist spot!
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
This is a self guided tour and I make sure to go everytime I make my way to Duluth. Cool little piece of history.
Glensheen Mansion
Learn a little bit of history about Little Falls Minnesota
Charles Lindbergh House and Museum | Minnesota Historical Society
Don't miss out on the biggest event in MN ever summer!
Minnesota State Fair
Beautiful hiking trip with a rewarding view at the end
Gooseberry Falls State Park
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Did you know Mia is FREE to visit and has over 90,000 works of art?! 🎨✨ This is absolutely a must-do for any Minnesota trip — world-class art, stunning architecture, and it's the perfect afternoon activity for the whole family! 🙌💜
Minneapolis Institute of Art
Minnehaha Falls is one of the most stunning natural spots in Minneapolis — a gorgeous 53-foot waterfall right in the heart of the city! 🌊✨ Pack a picnic, walk the trails, and let the beauty of this place totally reset your soul! 🌿🙌
Minnehaha Falls
There's a reason Mall of America is on every MN bucket list — it's not just a mall, it's literally an entire theme park INSIDE! 🎢✨ From roller coasters to the aquarium to hundreds of stores, you could spend a whole day here and never get bored! 🛍️�...
Mall of America®
Como Park Zoo is the ultimate FREE day out in the Twin Cities — giraffes, gorillas, polar bears, AND a gorgeous conservatory all in one spot! 🦒✨ Pack some snacks and make a whole afternoon of it because there is so much to explore here! 🌿🐾
Como Zoo Conservatory
The Science Museum of Minnesota is an absolute must when you're in the St. Paul area — they've got dinosaur fossils, an OMNIMAX theater, and exhibits for every age! 🦕✨ Whether you're going with kids or just want to feel super smart for the day, this...
Science Museum of Minnesota
You can literally WALK ACROSS the Mississippi River here — how wild is that?! 🌊✨ Itasca State Park is where the mighty Mississippi begins as a tiny stream, and it's one of the most magical nature experiences in Minnesota. The old-growth forests and ...
Itasca State Park
Duluth's Canal Park is one of the most iconic spots in all of Minnesota and it absolutely lives up to the hype! ⚓✨ Watch massive ships pass through the Aerial Lift Bridge, stroll the lakewalk along stunning Lake Superior, and grab some of the best fo...
Canal Park, Duluth MN | Lodging & Entertainment | Ships