Minneapolis is the perfect blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. Find attractions, outdoor activities, tours, itineraries, and ideas for family-friendly fun in Minneapolis.

Minneapolis is the perfect blend of natural beauty and urban sophistication. No other American city has a chain of lakes, the mighty Mississippi, and 200 miles of walking, biking and cross country ski trails within the city limits literally steps from the most vibrant arts and music scene outside NYC, the best shopping in the region, and ...

Learn more about how to make the best of your time in Minneapolis! Request a free official visitor guide packet. Our complimentary visitor packet includes the 2025 Minneapolis Official Visitors Guide to the Twin Cities area as well as our Minneapolis visitor map.

Our active and diverse city was built from a unique history that few are familiar with. Join us on a stroll through memory lane as we remember some of the best little-known facts about Minneapolis.

The Minneapolis Convention Center (MCC) will be busy during the first quarter of 2025. The award-winning facility will host numerous meetings, conventions and trade shows, helping to support the tourism and hospitality industry in the Minneapolis region.

There is no shortage of events happening in Minneapolis all year long. We are an extremely active community of artists, creators, musicians, foodies, dancers, runners & bikers – a community of doers that can’t stand the thought of missing out.

Winter in Minneapolis is all about embracing the season and making the most of the cold. Whether you're gliding across frozen lakes, sweating it out in a sauna, or trekking through snowy trails, there’s something for everyone.

How to Explore Minneapolis and the Mall of America in Two Days How to Explore Minneapolis and the Mall of America in Two Days You’ve got 48 hours in Minneapolis and there's so much to see. You've heard talk of…

Each week, we've featured a unique gem from the Minneapolis area — a restaurant, shop, attraction or natural wonder that you won’t want to miss when you're in town. Discover the spots that makes us believe "you've never met a place quite like this."

Meet Minneapolis staff are available in-person or over the phone at 612-397-9278 to answer questions from visitors, share visitor maps and help with suggestions about things to do in Minneapolis and the surrounding area.