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Take a Staycation in Downtown Minneapolis
Our favorite places in Minneapolis are starting to open back up. Who says us locals can't be tourists in our own city? Take this chance to finally try that restaurant that's been on your list for ages. Explore a park you've never been to. Take a picture near that famous landmark you see all over Instagram. Escape your daily routine with a Minneapolis Staycation.
Restaurants
Breakfast Options: Hen House, Hell's Kitchen, Key's Cafe, 8th Street Grill
Skyway Food: Dave's Downtown, Cardigan Donuts, Green and the Grain, Sushi Takatsu, The Brothers Deli
Patios: Brit's Pub, The Newsroom, Crave, Normandy Kitchen, Union, Smack Shack, Nolo's, Cafe & Bar Lurcat, Eastside, Demi, Monello, Oceanaire, Red Cow, Red Rabbit, Zen Box Izayaka
Breweries: The Freehouse, Finnegans, Day Block Brewing, Modist, Inbound, Fulton, Pryes, La Doña Cervecería
Other: The Loon Cafe, Fogo de chao, Manny's Steakhouse, Spoon and Stable, Trieste Cafe, Pizza Luce, Kado no Mise
Attractions
Walker Art Center: View endless galleries and exhibits at the Walker Art Center.
Escape the Room: Book a private escape room experience and play with a select group of your friends and family. You can choose from 3 different escape rooms.
Human on a Stick: Learn about the history and architecture of our city on a segway tour. Ride alongside the Mississippi, head to the Sculpture Garden, or create a custom tour.
Downtown Murals: Admire the art or pose for your next Instagram picture. Downtown is home to of some of the most famous murals in Minneapolis. See the Bob Dylan mural on Hennepin and 5th St., or find your favorite artists at the First Avenue Star Wall.
Shopping
D.NOLO: Enjoy multiple shopping experiences in one cool space. Find clothing, shoes, home goods, accessories, and more.
PARC: Clothing and lifestyle store that carries minimalistic clothing and accessories from independent designers.
Grethen House: Clothing store focused on cutting-edge fashion featuring high-end and designer labels.
Queen Anna House of Fashion: Contemporary, chic women’s boutique offering clothing and accessories from influential fashion houses, as well as up-and-coming designers.
Statement Boutique: Approachable and affordable handmade jewelry with a focus on local makers.
MartinPatrick3: Internationally recognized men's boutique selling custom suits, casual apparel, footwear and accessories, plus a selection of furniture apothecary items & gifts.
Outdoor Activities
Our walkable downtown offers many great outdoor activities.
Paddle Share: Paddle Share is our local kayak sharing system that allows you to create your own tour from the water. Take in views of the city skyline while you kayak peacefully down the Mississippi River.
Sculpture Garden: The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden at the Walker Art Center is one of those iconic Minneapolis spots that you absolutely have to experience. Make sure to take a photo next to the Spoonbridge and Cherry, and then explore the rest of the garden.
Peavey Plaza: With fountains and green landscaping, Peavey Plaza is a little oasis in downtown Minneapolis. Wade through the water or take a seat and relax, right in the heart of downtown.
City Bike Share: Explore downtown on two wheels by renting a public bike through the Minneapolis bike share program.
Bird & Lyft Scooters: Whether you're just looking to take a stroll or you want a fun way to get from Point A to Point B, scooters are a great way to move through the city. Use Bird and Lyft to scooter through downtown. Just download their app, locate the nearest scooter, and
Gold Medal Park: Take in views of downtown skyline, enjoy a picnic, and then take a walk along the Mississippi River.
Watch the Twins at Brit's: Head to the rooftop at Brit's to catch the Twins games on the outdoor jumbotron.
Picnic with local takeout: In Minneapolis, we've got plenty of parks and greenspace, as well as some amazing takeout options.
Also be sure to check out our Downtown Minneapolis neighborhood guides:
Central Business District — Theater District
This area is typically where the party starts and ends in downtown Minneapolis. Buckle up, because there’s a lot of options.
East Town – Downtown East and Elliot Park Neighborhoods
One MILLion stories
Loring Park
Cutting-edge attractions at Downtown's edge
The Heart of Downtown: Nicollet
Walk the Line From the Walker Art Center to the River
