The North Loop is known for its hip and modern shopping scene. Located in the Warehouse District, these historic buildings feature many upscale boutiques, restaurants, and cafes. For women’s clothing, PARC and Requisite offer upscale, stylish apparel, footwear and accessories. Statement Boutique has both designer and local brands and carries clothing, accessories and jewelry — and is dog-friendly, too. Pacifier offers kids clothes, gear and toys, MartinPatrick3 features high-end menswear and personalized service to help you look your best or try Jaxen Grey for more men's fashion-forward apparel and cutting-edge accessories. You'll also find national brands Lululemon and Madewell.

This area of the city is also a hot spot for home goods. The 5th Street Produce Building is home to The Foundry, dedicated to sourcing simple, useful and beautiful objects for the home, Umei, which carries global products from places like Japan, France and Northeast Minneapolis, and J. Atelier, known for carrying gorgeous textiles. Finally, don't skip Madge Home, a cute boutique filled with candles, perfume, ceramics and more.

For a caffeine pick-me-up, there are plenty of coffee shops in the area — FRGMNT Coffee, Fairgrounds, In the Loop, and Backstory Coffee Roasters to name a few. In need of a quick bite to eat? Rise Bagel makes artisanal bagels daily using fresh ingredients. If you've worked up a larger appetite after a full day of shopping, give your feet a break and enjoy one of the many restaurants in North Loop.

Downtown is a fast-paced, lively spot with boutiques and restaurants everywhere you look. With 9.5 miles of skyways connecting 80 city blocks, shopping here is a breeze. For clothing and all your essential needs, head to the flagship Target located on Nicollett and 9th street. B'YOUtique, a woman-owned business founded by Shalawn Randall, offers a variety of jewelry, handbags, shirts, sunglasses, and other accessories. Find it on the skyway level of the Baker Center, located on Marquette Avenue. 651 Mayday can also be found in the Skyway. Look for it in the Gavidea building. They sell both women's and men's apparel and feature European styles.

Bookworms can have successful shopping trips downtown, as well. Strive Bookstore carries Black narratives and culturally relevant children's books. Visit them at their location in the Young-Quinlan Building. For rare finds, check out James & Mary Laurie Booksellers. In more than 20 years, their inventory has grown to more than 120,000 volumes of individually selected fine books in many subjects. Finally, in the Mill District you'll find Milkweed Books on the first floor of Open Book, the nation's largest literary arts center. Open Book is also home to a gift shop and FRGMNT Coffee.

Don't miss Kobi Co. on South 9th Street — a hand-poured, luxury candle shop owned by a mother-daughter duo. Each candle comes with a curated playlist for the ultimate self-care experience. Finally, check out the Walker Art Center gift shop in next door Loring Park. It's full of contemporary gifts, modern art books and unique design-based jewelry and items.

There are numerous restaurants located in the skyways and many outside of the skyways as well, such as The Local, The News Room, Barrio, and Brit's Pub, which can be found on Nicollet.

No matter your taste in clothing or goods, you're bound to find something you like shopping around Uptown. Of The Lion features designer lifestyle and activewear clothes and goods. Combine stocks European-esque clothes and goods made by independent designers or small, family-owned businesses.

Urban Jungle provides customers hand-selected vintage from Minneapolis and cities across the country. And if you're into skateboarding or streetwear, pop into Cal Surf to find clothes for all, shoes, skateboards and other accessories. Sneakerheads should make a stop at STUDIiYO23, where they sell a special collection of clothing and sneakers from brands like Nike, Puma and Michell & Ness.

Along with clothing stores, there's Penzey's Spices and neighborhood institution Magers & Quinn Booksellers, which has been Uptown’s independent, new and used bookstore and literary events space for over 20 years. They also sell cards, maps and other gifts. Next to Magers & Quinn is Moona Moono, a cafe known for its matcha lattes and shop stocked with kawaii stationary, Korean beauty and other satisfying home goods.

In addition to a hipster-haven, Uptown is also a foodie-haven, with most of its restaurants doubling as ideal spots for nightlife. Barbette and Darbar are local favorites. If you need something quick, a sandwich from Black Walnut Bakery is the way to go.

Lake Street is known for its culture, history, and shopping—it’s also commonly known as the place to find some of the best international cuisine in Minneapolis. Midtown Global Market is home to over 50 vendors including specialty produce and grocery items, and locally made jewelry and crafts. It also has a wide array of restaurants featuring gluten free, vegetarian, vegan, and kid-friendly options.

Mercado Central is the place for great authentic tacos, burritos, pupusas, tortas, juices, and Hispanic grocery/bakery options. With 35 Latinx businesses featuring apparel, jewelry, art, groceries, books, drinks, and a wide variety of home goods, it’s easy to spend the entire day here.

Time Bomb Vintage is where you should shop if you're a collector. Browse over 20 vendors and 2,500 square feet of clothing, mid-century finds, antiques and kitsch home décor. Nostalgia Zone Comic Books has a wide collection of comic books, toys, and pop culture items. And not far is Corazon, a small gift shop with an eclectic collection of local artists, gifts, stationery, jewelry, clothing, books, and home goods.

Any list of shopping hotspots in Minneapolis wouldn't be complete without the Mall of America. With over 520 stores, visitors should dedicate a full day for your shopping excursion here.

The Mall of America, commonly referred to as the MOA, consists of four floors. Levels one and two are primarily stores and Nickelodeon Universe; level three has two food courts, plenty of restaurants, and stores; and lastly level four features a few restaurants and a movie theatre.

Feeling overwhelmed? There are virtual directories around the mall, an MOA app, and always friendly Minnesotans more than happy to answer your questions if you ever get lost.

The fun doesn’t stop here, with attractions such as Crayola Experience, FlyOver America, Sea Life, and the Amazing Mirror Maze. We suggest buying your tickets for these experiences ahead of time online.

The Minnehaha Mile is located in the Longfellow neighborhood in Minneapolis. Commonly referred to as the MinneMile, this strip is composed of locally owned retail stores perfect for finding unique gifts, vintage clothing, and one-of-a-kind antiques. There are more than a dozen shops and organizations, and from north to south they are Better Futures Minnesota, Twin Cities Habitat for Humanity Restore, The Hub Bike Coop, Moon Palace Books, Paris Antiques and Gifts, E’s Emporium, Heroic Goods & Games, and Junket: Tossed and Found. Hours for these stores may vary so be sure to plan ahead!

Linden Hills is a small, walkable neighborhood located near Lake Harriet. With plenty of street parking, this is the ideal location to park your car and browse the various charming, historic shops. Bean + Ro specializes in chic women’s apparel, along with a wide selection of stationery, gifts, and paper goods. Heartfelt is a cozy, unique shop offering not only crafts but also craft lessons. For antiques, be sure to visit Victory Vintage. Vintage lovers will also have a blast searching for hidden treasure at Hunt & Gather, where antiques and oddities of all kinds unfold across two floors of space. The well-known bookstore Wild Rumpus doubles as a home to books and also to multiple furry friends such Caldecott the chinchilla and Dave the cockatiel.

For a quick bite and a crafted cup of coffee, check out Coffee & Tea Limited. Located in the Lake Harriet Bandshell, Bread & Pickle features locally farmed and sustainable picnic foods, local craft beer and wine, and ice cream. Want to complete with your meal with a crafted cocktail? Martina, Tilia, and Lake Harriett Brasserie offer delicious meals and impressive drink menus.

Central Ave & Lowry is a hodgepodge of bookstores, shops, and markets. Magus Books & Herbs is more than a bookstore, it also has a healing center that offers a variety of complementary healing treatments. Modern Age District sells antique furniture, home decor, art, and glassware. Be sure to check their hours ahead of time, they tend to vary. The Thorp Building for Local Artists features art galleries, coffee shops and photographers. Little India International Market is one of the oldest and most established Indian grocery stores in the Twin Cities. This grocer offers everything from frozen meals to an in-store butcher shop. Holy Land is the other popular grocery/restaurant in the area. Browse through the aisles of authentic Middle Eastern foods and home décor, then grab a shawarma sandwich topped with some Holy Land brand hummus.