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Pull up a chair on a sidewalk at one of Grand Avenue’s cafes or come back when the sun sets for live music and some of the city’s best eats. 

Lowertown’s mix breweries and restaurants gives locals and visitors the chance to savor culinary creativity and kick back with local brews. Check out the dates for the annual   Lowertown Blues and Funk Festival. 

National touring acts and sports ignite the Xcel Energy Center, so see if your favorite team or act is in town during your stay. 

Minnesota’s capital is yours to explore above ground, below ground, and even on hallowed ground. Start by exploring the Capitol itself and see the state government at work. For a completely different side or the city, go underground at the Wabasha Street Caves and imagine what life was like in Prohibition and when gangsters used this hidden network for secret dealings. Twin Cities Highlight Tour takes you to all of St. Paul’s must-see spots and ventures into next-door neighbor Minneapolis. Top off your day of touring and fill up on hot eats and cold drinks along the food and brewery tours to satisfy all of your cravings. 

St. Paul’s arts and culture scene brings history alive. The James J. Hill House transports you to the Gilded Age with all of the glamor and excess the era is known–don’t forget to visit the on-site art museum. For all things performing arts, the Landmark Center hosts some of the city’s best concerts, plays, and dance performances–see what’s on stage when you’re in town. Another night at the theater to add to your agenda is the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts where musicals and plays captivate audiences.

The beauty of a St. Paul stay is that you don’t have to choose between the hum of city life and the tranquility of the outdoors. The city comes alive with plenty of outdoor spaces where you can connect with nature. Fort Snelling State Park provides year-round adventure and relaxation. Fish in summer, take a hike, and even cross country ski when the snow falls. Como Park is another local favorite where you can walk the trail around the lake, kayak, or visit the Como Park Zoo and observe animals like polar bears (who probably love the chilly Midwestern temps!). And don’t miss the stretch o the 72-mile

Mississippi River Park that cuts through St.Paul.

St. Paul’s museums aren’t just stuffy halls where art feels inaccessible. There are plenty of city spots where kids can burn off energy and maybe even learn at the same time. The

Science Museum of Minnesota lets visitors delve into biology, anthropology, and paleontology through its exhibitions and events. Kids (and kids at heart) will also love the 

Minnesota Children’s Museum where kids can get hands-on with 11 exhibits. 

Let the season decide which of Minnesota’ teams you can root for when you head over to Minneapolis. Hear the city erupt at U.S. Bank Stadium when the Vikings kick off. Catch NBA and WNBA games at the Target Center–both teams mean basketball season is almost year-round here. The Boys of Summer (and fall, if it’s a strong season) take the plate on the Twins’ home at Target Field. All these teams make St. Paul a sports fan’s dream. 

Since St, Paul is Minnesota’s capital, a stop or tour of the  State Capitol Building gives visitors a sense of government at work and a glimpse into the state’s past. Architecture fans will also need to make time to visit the mansions that line Summit Avenue. These testaments to Victorian architecture are the country’s longest stretch of Victorian homes and offer 373 sites along 4.5 miles. 

Worthy of its own shopping shoutout! Here’s the Mall of America by the numbers. Annual visitors? 40 million. Size? 5.6 MILLION square feet (more than 10 Great Pyramids). Year-round temp? A balmy 70 degrees. Impressive stats but it’s the sheer magnitude of shopping splendor, more than 400 annual events, and attractions like Nickelodeon Universe,Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium, Flyover America, and Crayola Experience that make visiting this international destination worth the trip to Minnesota itself.

Ice skating on frozen lakes, hot dishes serving up chef-inspired creations, and, of course, a dash of Purple Rain–this is today’s Minneapolis. Warm Midwestern vibes greet you throughout the city, and this hub blends refined city living with Mother Nature’s best. Grab a bike, kayak, or a pair of sneakers to explore the Chain of Lakes. Continue the outdoor adventure at the Minneapolis Sculpture Gardens at the Walker Art Center and let the cultural flow continue when you catch a show at the iconic First Avenue–one of Prince’s former stages. Speaking of Prince, make a whole day out of exploring his life and music and  tour Paisley Park. This ultimate mix of culture and adventure makes Minneaoplis a must.