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Union Rooftop,

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Downtown Core

Three stadiums, river walks, world class theaters, live music venues, hotels, shopping and dining options – you’ll never run out of things to do in the Downtown Core.

CONSTRUCTION ALERT: I-35W, a major interstate that passes through Minneapolis, is under construction for a 2.5 mile stretch – between 43rd and 15th Street. The project is ongoing through fall of 2021 and may affect transport in and out of the city. For more information, refer to the MN Department of Transportation’s detailed report.

Check out this list of restaurants and retail stores currently open for business in Minneapolis' downtown core neighborhoods.

Thriving Urban Playground

North Loop & Warehouse District

North Loop & Warehouse District

“Best,” “favorite,” “cool,” “hippest” – the startling transformation of the...
Action in all directions

Central Business District - Theater District

Central Business District - Theater District

This area is typically where the party starts and ends in downtown Minneapolis....
Downtown East & Mill District

East Town – Downtown East and Elliot Park Neighborhoods

East Town – Downtown East and Elliot Park Neighborhoods

One MILLion stories
Loring Park

Loring Park

Loring Park

Downtown edge, cutting edge attractions
Nicollet: Minneapolis Main Street

The Heart of Downtown: Nicollet

The Heart of Downtown: Nicollet

Walk the Line From the Walker Art Center to the River

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