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Top Spots: To Stargaze
We're not talking about the ones in the sky. Meet Minneapolis team members are always out on the town showing off their city. If you like to rub elbows with famous-types, take their advice on where to go.
Graves 601 Hotel
You'll spot lots of stars in this swanky hotel directly across from Target Center—home of the Timberwolves, concerts and traveling shows. Best bet: the 4th floor lobby lounge. Staff pick: Lori Kearney, National Account Executive Tourism Sales
- Book a room at Graves 601
Bryant Lake Bowl
Totally unique to Minneapolis Saint Paul, it's a theater, bowling alley, bar and restaurant in one. Local guy and major heartthrob Josh Hartnett frequents! Staff pick: Liz Connors, Membership Sales Executive
- See more about Bryant Lake Bowl
Chambers Hotel
The instant place to see-and-be-seen since it opened in 2006, this artsy hotel's 5th floor club & lounge is a must-go for stargazing. Maybe they’re staying in the $5,000-a-night "Rock Star Suite?" Staff pick: Jenny Albertson, Copywriter and Website Editor
- Make a reservation at Chambers Hotel
Mall of America
The largest mall in the country is a sure-fire spot to catch stars as they stop for FREE performances in the rotunda. See a schedule of who's performing. Staff pick: Lori Kearney, National Account Executive Tourism Sales; Mo Allen, Trainer & Client Services, iDSS
- Read all about Mall of America
First Avenue/7th Street Entry
Built in 1937 as a bus depot, it was made famous in Prince's Purple Rain. This year, see Five For Fighting, Gnarls Barkley, Kings of Leon and Yo La Tengo, to name a few. Staff pick: Liz Conners, Membership Sales Executive
- Discover more about Minneapolis-Saint Paul nightlife
Lord Fletchers on Lake Minnetonka
This huge lake is a summer playground and this ever popular outdoor restaurant is THE place for those with big boats to dock for a meal and cocktail. Staff pick: Lorri Bell, Director of Meeting & Conference Sales
- Find out more about Lake Minnetonka
Chino Latino
Lindsay Lohan's top pick when she was filming A Prairie Home Companion, this chic and always hoppin' spot has great and exotic food, glamorous spaces and über cool martinis. Staff pick: Liz Connors, Membership Sales Executive
- Discover more about Chino Latino
Bellanote
Want to get an autograph of a Minnesota Viking? Head to this chic restaurant and bar on Block E, a popular hang-out for local pro sports stars. Staff pick: Bill Deef, Vice President of Tourism & Group Sales
- Get the whole scoop on Bellanote
Minnesota State Fair
It’s a fair like no other. More than a million people go each year—including stars home for a visit, or those who are just curious—like Vince Vaughn who was spotted last summer. Staff pick: Kristin Gast, Marketing Assistant
- Learn about more annual events
MSP International Airport
Keep your eyes peeled when you land—or take a load off in one of the many great restaurants. The 7th busiest airport in the country is a perfect place to spot stars arriving and departing. Staff pick: Lori Kearney, National Account Executive Tourism Sales; Mo Allen, Trainer & Client Services, iDSS
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