In the mood for a bit of shopping? Check out the Mall of America. Built into the ruins of what was once the world’s largest flour mill, the Mill City Museum is a fantastic feat of architecture well worth seeing.
See a show or take a tour at the famous Guthrie Theater. In Minneapolis, visit the Science Museum of Minnesota, including their Mississippi River Gallery & Exhibit and the “Mysteries of the Great Lakes” film. If you’re in the right season, consider camping at the park. Explore towering pines, stay in a cabin or take a hike through the 2,000-acre Wilderness Sanctuary.
If you’re interested in seeing the headwaters of the Mississippi, plan to take a day trip to Lake Itasca State Park. Welcome to the Twin Cities! Located along the Mississippi River in Minnesota, you’ll spend two days experiencing museums, the Mississippi Headwaters, architecture and more.