Downtown Minneapolis is a progressive city with a dynamic vibe and a whirlwind of creative energy. The city is a haven for retail, dining, amazing theatre, world-class museums, festivals, sporting events and picturesque strolls in a green urban environment.
Nicollet Mall
The Marq is located at the northern end of Nicollet Mall, an eleven block long open air pedestrian and transit mall in an upscale shopping and dining district, which forms the cultural and commercial heart of the city.
The Mall has just completed a $50 million dollar renovation featuring sidewalk redesigns, new plantings, fresh activation areas and additional public art works scattered throughout the new spaces.
Restaurants along Nicollet feature patio seating during warmer seasons and have featured a vibrant outdoor farmers market in the past.
Theater District
Minneapolis is the third largest theatre market in the U.S. and is home to more than 100 theatre companies. Founded in 1963, the acclaimed Guthrie Theater is an American center for theater performance, production, education, and professional training.
The nearby Hennepin Theater District includes the historic Orpheum, State and Pantages Theatres which are home to a variety of Broadway plays and various other events throughout the year.
The Walker Art Center
The Walker Art Center is home to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden featuring the Spoonbridge and Cherry which has become a Minnesota symbol over the years.
The North Loop (Warehouse District)
Located along the Mississippi River, the "North Loop" neighborhood is Minneapolis’ oldest “new” neighborhood and is frequently referred to as the Warehouse District.
In this area landmark buildings have been developed into unique lofts, innovative restaurants, classic neighborhood pubs, and specialty shops.
Great restaurants in this area include Smack Shack, Bourough, Parlour, The Bachelor Farmer, Marvel Bar, Be'Wiched, Runyon's, and Bar La Grassa to name a few.
Sporting Arenas
The Twins found a new home at Target Field in the North Loop in April 2010. This LEED green facility is a state of the art outdoor baseball field which offers a number of convenient commuter options. You can commute via light rail, bike, walk or bus to any game and then stick around after the game to enjoy more of downtown Minneapolis.
Target Center is home to the Minnesota Timberwolves and Lynx, concerts, family shows and much more.
US Bank Stadium is the newly constructed home of the Minnesota Vikings. The includes approximately 1.75 million square feet and 65,400 seats and was home to Super Bowl in 2018!
Mall of America
This 4.2 million gross square foot mall is the largest and most well-known shopping mall in the U.S. It contains over 520 stores arranged along three levels of pedestrian walkways, with a fourth level on one side. With the addition of Radisson BLU and additional office space, the MOA is a one stop shop. The Mall of America is organized into 4 different zones, each with its own decorative style. The Mall is used as a major transportation hub in the region, with bus and light rail service linking the Mall to other destinations.