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Matador Network: The 12 coolest things to do in Minneapolis (even when it’s freezing)
By Allison Young
“I WILL ALWAYS live in Minneapolis. It’s so cold it keeps the bad people out.” Prince’s quote sums up a lot about his hometown. The people really are as nice as the Minnesota stereotype would have you believe: courteous, mild-mannered, and authentically friendly. And yes, it gets cold, like sub-zero cold. But Prince failed to mention what an exciting, dynamic, food-forward city Minneapolis really is. It’s full of cultural offerings, inventive restaurants, hip hotels, and impressive art. In other words, the Mini Apple is cool — even when it’s unbearably cold out. Here are all the coolest things to do in Minneapolis no matter the season.
Read more: https://matadornetwork.com/read/minneapolis-year-round/