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Minneapolis
United States · MSP
Lakes in the city, skyways above it, serious music history.
About
Minneapolis is a city in Hennepin County, Minnesota, United States, and its county seat. With a population of 429,954 as of the 2020 census, it is the state's most populous city. Located in the state's center near the eastern border, it occupies both banks of the Upper Mississippi River and adjoins Saint Paul, the state capital of Minnesota. Minneapolis, Saint Paul, and the surrounding area are collectively known as the Twin Cities, a metropolitan area with 3.69 million residents. Minneapolis is built on an artesian aquifer on relatively flat terrain and is known for cold, snowy winters and hot, humid summers. Nicknamed the "City of Lakes", Minneapolis is abundant in water, with thirteen lakes, wetlands, the Mississippi River, creeks, and waterfalls. The city's public park system is connected by the Grand Rounds National Scenic Byway.
Known for
- shopping · world class
- dining · excellent
- family friendly · excellent
- live music · excellent
- theater · excellent
- affordability · good
Ratings reviewed by a person, not generated.
Weather through the year
- Jan25°F5d wet
- Feb29°F6d wet
- Mar44°F8d wet
- Apr55°F12d wet
- May70°F12d wet
- Jun81°F12d wet
- Jul84°F11d wet
- Aug81°F11d wet
- Sep75°F10d wet
- Oct59°F10d wet
- Nov43°F8d wet
- Dec30°F8d wet
Monthly averages from long-run climate normals. Bars compare months here, not places.
Things to do
Minneapolis Skyway Walking TourFrom $79 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Minneapolis Local Bar Tour with TastingsFrom $110 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Walking St. Paul Summit Ave. Victorian Homes Private Tour (2 hrs)From $195 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Challah Baking ExperienceFrom $72 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Spirits of Summit Avenue Walking TourFrom $35 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
Minneapolis Mill City Self Guided Audio Walking TourFrom $10 · 5.0/5Book with Viator →
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Plan the trip
Fly into Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field (MSP), about 7.2 mi away.
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