If you're looking for a place that has great culture, food, and plenty of things to do.
Then the twin cities are great place to visit. First. There are two cities to deal with.
With great contrasting cultures. And their own unique activities.
But being that there's two cities, it can be hard to know. What to do to make the most
each city's culture. I've put together a list of the best things. She'd never miss out on.
Well, visiting Minneapolis and St. Paul. I'm touring the excellent museums to checking
out. Breathtaking, Mississippi Gorge.
There's something for everyone. Discover what these two cities have to offer by taking a
look. At our list of the best things you should never miss out on. Well, visiting Minneapolis
and St. Paul. Hi, my name is Kyle of via travelers.com. I want to show you the best things to do in
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Welcome to this video where I'll be your mini tour guide. Showing showcasing some of the
best attractions, activities and things to do in Minneapolis and St. Paul. With video
footage from yours truly.
We've got an ever changing landscape of new venues popping up every day. So it's hard
for even local sometimes, but don't worry. Because we're going to cover. A lot of them
here today. From food. Art galleries, museums. Bars, everything that makes a city great will
be covered.
In this video, I'm going to show you one from each side of the twin cities, for example,
we'll cover one side of Minneapolis and then one side of St. Paul. To keep it fresh for
you. And also you can see the contrast in styles that I so truly love.
Number one, hang around cathedral hill and tour. 50 drove St. Paul. Katie, the hydro
St. Paul is the head church of the. Uh, fiscal diocese of Minnesota. And still serves as
a house of worship worship two thousands every single week. This cathedral is a true masterpiece
and is one of the best examples of Romanesque architecture and the tire.
United States. This cathedral stands tall over St. Paul, look it over both the city.
And the capital. As well as the old world charm of the surrounding neighborhood of cathedral
hill cathedral hill is a great area to hang out. And that it features plenty of amazing
bars and restaurants that had that classic St. Paul old world charm.
As well as, um, modern flare. Number two. Visit the chain of lakes for any activity
you could possibly think of. Minneapolis is my most famous park is the chain of lakes,
regional park, which features expansive gardens. Three gorgeous lakes, which you can explore
via bike ride. Or even walking or hiking.
Minneapolis is this. It's called the city of lakes for a reason. There isn't a ton of
sprawling metropolis out there that feature this much outdoor activity. The Minnesota
lakes are one of our most passionate attractions. The chain of lakes. Regional park is the most
popular second segment of lakes in all of Minneapolis and the surrounding areas.
The series of lakes are located right in the middle of south Minneapolis. And each lake
has its own unique characteristics.
Number three. Check out a professional sports team.
In the twin cities and Minnesota in general, sports are a big deal. The twin cities has
four major professional sports teams, including Minnesota Timberwolves. It's a wild. The twins
and of course, The Minnesota Vikings. Skull bikes. Each one of these teams has their own
stadium. And they're all gems and experiences in their own way.
Except the target center. Oh, sorry. Timbrels fans. But that's not all, let's not forget
the amazing atmosphere at Allianz field in St. Paul. From Minnesota United games. The
professional. MLS team in the state. Also, if you're staying in downtown St. Paul during
summer. You absolutely need to see a St. Paul saints game.
It's like a carnival that just so happens to have a baseball game breakout during it.
Number four. Get lost along the Mississippi river Gorge. Another one of my personal favorite
free things to do is tutoring. The mini Mississippi Gorge, regional park. This park features even
more sprawling, hiking. Biking and cross country ski trails to fill. More of those athletic
adventures that Minnesotans truly love.
I love the windshield trail located right along the river. Beyond hiking and biking.
There are several BJ beaches located along the river that locals frequent. You may even
see a bonfire night. In the summer. These trails are located on the banks of the Mississippi.
Of course. But most importantly, along the great river road, national scenic, byway,
or west.
Great river Parkway. Which is a national scenic drive that spans over 500 miles along the
Mississippi river river. Making it a great spot for capturing beautiful color, fall colors.
Number five. Is it the Minnesota state Capitol building. The Minnesota state Capitol building
is a must see while you're in St. Paul. It's the heart of the state government. Of course.
And of course, you know, Therefore is included in many St. Polaroids itineraries. But it
isn't just any capital building.
This Capitol building has been featured in many movies and TV shows, including the mighty
ducks. How could you not love that movie? It's mainly known for its Italian Renaissance
architecture that was built from 1905 to 1915. It also contains a beautiful hall of governors
on the first floor that features artwork from Minnesota artists.
As well as the north star. Right in the middle of the Capitol. Plus there's an old style
rat's Keller for the government lunch hall is you can check out the old frescoes on top
of the ceiling.
Number six, take a walking tour on the stone arch bridge. The stone arch bridge is the
second oldest pedestrian and bicycle bridge. On the Mississippi river. The last per passenger
service was in 19 78, 9 years after it was designated as a walking and biking path. Making
it one of the best free things to do.
While you're in town. As you walk the bridge, you'll get amazing views of downtown Minneapolis.
The mill city museum, the Guthrie theater. And the us bank stadium, of course.
While you're taking a walk. Stop by one of the many great restaurants located in. Both.
St Anthony falls as well as the mill city district.
Number seven tour, the old world charm of summit avenue. So I'm going to Ave is one
of the best places to go for a stroll in St. Paul. The street was named after a bluff that
overlooks the Mississippi river valley. The area was also where many of the wealthiest
people in St. Paul. And the entire United States built their homes.
That includes the James J. Hill house, which was built in 1875 and is still used today
as a museum to its creator. Also stop by F Scott Fitzgerald, childhood childhood home.
With all the wealthy people from that area, do you think he was already inspired to write
the great Gatsby? I'll leave that up to you.
Some an avenue is one of the most beautiful, thorough flares in the twin cities. It's home
to the Episcopal cathedral already mentioned. The race park fountain. And the two oldest
synagogues in Minnesota, not to mention many other landmarks like the Minnesota governor's
mansion. There are also other great things to do along.
Some avenues such as visiting one of the many great restaurants. Or participating at one
of the excellent festivals that take. Place in the area.
Number eight tour. Or even stay at the very first skyscraper at The tower. The Fauchy
or also known as, and formerly known as the IB IBM building was completed in 1929 and
open to the public on May 15th. It stands 296 feet and four inches at its completion.
The pho Shea. Tower is a historical tower that has an art deco style design, and is
actually part of the national register of historic places.
The building is now the w Minneapolis. So you could stay the night in the tower. Or
simply stopped by for drinks. I suggest going to the top floor.
It was one of the first buildings completed in the city center of Minneapolis. And it
became an instant landmark for the twin cities region because of its distinctive. Architecture.
Number nine visit. The historic Schmidt brewery. And west seventh street. Schmidt brewery is
another must see for history buffs in St. Paul. The brewery was founded by Frederick
Schmidt in 1860, and was one of the largest breweries in the nation before. Prohibition.
The brewery closed its doors forever. After more than 130 years of business.
The building reopened again after major renovation project with preservation as one of the key
factors. The building is supposedly very haunted. After several accidents have occurred there.
I can't confirm. Ease myself. To this day. This cannery building still can be seen preserved
for future generations to see and appreciate.
You can now stop in to visit the kid keg and case market, the features of brewery, local
restaurants and shops in an open market concept. Then start a little bit of a St. Paul Craft
beer crawl by hitting some of the best breweries in the twin cities. Up and down west seventh
street.
Number 10. I get your creative fixed in at one of the many amazing museums in the twin
cities. The Minneapolis Institute of art is one of the most popular things to do in Minneapolis.
And it's the most popular museum in the twin cities. The museum has been operating for
over a hundred years and maybe one of the best museums in the entire United States.
Plus it's completely free to visit. Artificially NADOs can swing by the Minneapolis Institute
of art to docket. The over 90,000 different works of art. From six continents spanning
5,000 years. And also see works by van Gogh. Monet Pissarro. And even classical Italian
Renaissance painters. The twin cities also features plenty of other excellent museums,
such as the Walker art center.
Which is a modern art gallery. The Weisman museum, which is an art gallery designed by
Frank Erie. And the Boston museum located in St. South Minneapolis.
Number 11, get lost in the trails at mini Hoff falls. One summer, huh? Oh, it's about
as many park and falls in south Minneapolis. Over the years, this seven mile loop has become
a popper spot for cyclists and hikers, a light to take in the sights. Of the natural Mineola
falls and Miniato Creek. Believe it or not many or falls is actually an extension of
lake Minnetonka.
Just like our beloved prince said, purify yourself in the depths of lake Minnetonka.
You can technically do a bit of it by touching the water here. Minnie I Creek starts in grays
bay of lake Minnetonka. And wines all the way down. Through the twin cities. To end
up at this awesome regional park from there.
Miniato Creek continues on. To the mighty Mississippi river. If you don't mind the cold
weather, visit the falls in winter to see a completely frozen waterfall.
Number 12, learn the history of Minnesota milling at the mill city museum. To see what
once was the big world's biggest flour mill and a glimpse of what daily life was like
during the industrial revolution had to the mill city museum. This museum is an award-winning
museum. I was inside a historic building.
It is definitely worth your time to check out. The building was originally put up in
1873 as one of the worlds. Largest fall felt. Flour mills and includes things like the original
water turbines that were used to run it. Mila mill city museum is now a cultural institution
that explores the history of Minnesota.
And its role in the industrial revolution while giving an inside look at flour, milling
labor struggles and the general strike. Strike.
Number 13. Take a day trip to one of the many metropolitan cities that's around. The twin
cities. The twin cities are much more than just Minneapolis and St. Paul. One thing people
don't always realize is this is a sprawling Metro metropolis. Of suburbs and cities. Surrounding
both these two cities.
You can't just look at just Minneapolis and just St. Paul. It was both of those cities
combined are really.
Twenty-five percent of the total twin cities, greater metropolitan area. Would that be in,
said there's plenty of great cities to visit. Along the way. Cities like Excelsior, Minnesota
located right on the banks of lake Minnetonka. Or even going a bit outside of the twin cities
and visiting a place like Stillwater, which features historic charm.
Amazing architecture. Great dining. And expansive views of the St. Croix river valley.
Number 14, visit Northeast or north loop Minneapolis for some great nightlife.
Minnesotans love their alcohol. And if you're visiting, you'll find that beer and cocktail
tasting is one of the more fun things. You in the twin cities.
Minnesotans love their beer and that's, there's nothing wrong with that. Hey, I'm even drinking
a summit beer right now. Minnesota is one of the most perennial on. Underrated states
in the country for excellent beer. With the history of legendary old style brewing, like
Greenbelt, beer, hams, and Schmitz.
Too. Summit brewery. To now the hundreds, if not thousands of great craft breweries.
You may find that it's physically impossible to visit every brewery. In the twin cities.
Visit Northeast for a classic feel of excellent Minnesota dive bars that even the locals can't
get enough of or head over to the other side of the river to visit north loop for some
of the more yuppie modern flare where you can.
Wine and dine with hundreds of people supporting their finest athleisure for a night out on
the town. Hey, that stuff can be pretty comfortable.
Number 15, immerse yourself in other cultures. The twin cities has a long history of welcoming
immigrants and learning about varied cultures. Is one of the best things to do in Minneapolis
and St. Paul. This continues to be a parental underrated. Activity. No person should be
unwelcomed anywhere. And that is one of the most beautiful things about the twin cities.
And it's something that I'm incredibly proud of.
To call this city, my home. After small Somalia's civil war, many Somalis settled in Minneapolis
and made. The city, their home, as a matter of fact, many of the Minneapolis is home to
the largest number of Somalis in the entire United States. Thousands of mung flock to.
Minneapolis and St. Paul to flee from war and strife. And.
The mouth Laos.
You can immerse yourself in their culture by heading to the Midtown global market where
you can nibble on monks snacks by ethnic handicrafts and dine at local favorite restaurants. For
some more Latin flare. Head to Mercado central for awesome food, grocery shopping, and a
peek into Minneapolis's vibrant, Latino and Mexican community.
No matter your interest, you betcha. Sorry. I had to do it. You will find something to
enjoy in these two great cities. From the best restaurants and hotels to the activities
for kids of all ages, Minneapolis and St. Paul are sure. To delight any traveler. If
you think about taking a trip here soon or live.
Nearby, but haven't explored this area yet. Use this guide to try something new. Join
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