What to do and see in Minneapolis, Minnesota (MN): The Best Shopping

June 4, 2021 Esmeralda Fenner

With its gleaming skyscrapers set amid glittering lakes, Minneapolis makes for an attractive and fun getaway. A truly year-round destination, the city offers activities for every season. In winter, one can explore the downtown area through more than seven miles of glass-enclosed skyways. In addition to keeping you warm, they create a lively thoroughfare filled with specialty shops, restaurants and services. Whether you want to escape the winter cold or the summer warmth, the Mall of America offers shopping, dining and entertainment options for any time of the year and every member of the family. Art lovers have plenty to see at the Minneapolis Art Institute, Walker Art Center and the Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum, which all house world-renowned collections. The theater scene is thriving. With more than thirty theaters, Minneapolis has more seats per capita than any U.S. city except New York. See a Broadway show and enjoy dinner and live jazz at a fabulous restaurant. With kids in tow, check out the Science Museum of Minnesota, where visitors can produce their own video, or come face to face with a shark at the UnderWater Adventures Aquarium. In summer, the action moves outside. Known as "The City of Lakes," Minneapolis has 22 lakes located within city limits and many more in the surrounding area. In town, hordes of locals and tourists in-line skate or stroll around Lake Calhoun, stopping for ice cream along the way. Just outside of town, Fort Snelling State Park offers outdoor recreational activities from hiking to biking and golf to boating. No matter when you visit, Minneapolis offers lots for everyone to enjoy.
Restaurants in Minneapolis

1. Northland Visions

861 E Hennepin Ave Suite 103, Minneapolis, MN 55414-4495 +1 612-872-0390 [email protected] http://www.northlandvisions.com
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Northland Visions

Northland Visions is a destination to share with friends. We specialize in Native American art from the Woodlands and plains tribes surrounding Minnesota. We also carry native foods like Wild Rice and wild berry jellies and syrups and much more.

2. Ancient Traders Market

Minneapolis, MN
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Ancient Traders Market

A work-in-progress, this multi-cultural mall will offer restaurants, shops, galleries and an outdoor plaza.

3. Birch Bark Books

2115 W 21st St, Minneapolis, MN 55405-2450 +1 612-374-4023 [email protected] http://birchbarkbooks.com/
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Birch Bark Books

4. Open Book

1011 Washington Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1263 +1 612-215-2650 http://www.openbookmn.org/
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Open Book

5. Moss Envy

1900 Johnson St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418-4738 +1 612-374-4581 [email protected] http://www.mossenvy.com
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Moss Envy

Moss Envy is a 2500 square foot specialty retail store located in Minneapolis that sells eco products for your home and life. Our product lines cover a wide range of categories including furniture, home decor, gifts, jewelry, bath and body, stationery, clothing, mattresses, baby gear, building materials, and more. Every product that is sold at Moss Envy was chosen because of its eco-attributes and is somehow better for you, your family, your community, or your world. What is different about Moss Envy's products?Moss Envy sells eco alternatives to everyday products. The items that fill our floor and shelves fit into one or more of the following categories: recycled, reclaimed, natural, organic, sustainable, vintage, energy saving, water saving, or fair trade. We also seek out, support, and purchase from a number of local artists, designers, inventors, and craftspeople. Moss Envy is a 2500 square foot specialty retail store located in Minneapolis that sells eco products for your home and life. Our product lines cover a wide range of categories including furniture, home decor, gifts, jewelry, bath and body, stationery, mattresses, baby gear, and more. Every product that is sold at Moss Envy was chosen because of its eco-attributes and is somehow better for you, your family, your community, or your world. What is different about Moss Envy's products?Moss Envy sells eco alternatives to everyday products. The items that fill our floor and shelves fit into one or more of the following categories: recycled, reclaimed, natural, organic, sustainable, vintage, energy saving, water saving, or fair trade. We also seek out, support, and purchase from a number of local artists, designers, inventors, and craftspeople.

6. I Like You

501 1st Ave NE, Minneapolis, MN 55413-1387 +1 612-208-0249 [email protected] http://www.ilikeyouonline.com/
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I Like You

Reviewed By mplsjess2017 - Minneapolis, United States

This unique consignment store for local artists is my go to for almost all of my gift purchases now - hip jewelry, lovely ceramics, bright and friendly pints and tea towels, awesome t-shirts, adorable plushies and onesies for kids, and the absolutely B E S T greeting card selection in town. And don't forget to take the infamous i like you wall selfie before you leave!!

7. StevenBe

3448 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407-2108 +1 612-259-7525 http://www.stevenbe.com/
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8. Time Bomb Vintage

3543 E Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55406-2120 +1 612-724-2662 [email protected] http://www.timebombvintage.com
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Time Bomb Vintage

Come shop like a local! Time Bomb Vintage has EVERYTHING VINTAGE, MODERN, & RETRO. ALL in STOCK with ever changing inventory! Over 2500 square feet of vintage clothing, 60s-90s toys, pop culture, vinyl albums, vintage advertising and kitschy doodads! If you are looking for the unusual, interesting or hard to find items, we've probably got it! Time Bomb is conveniently located on East Lake Street in the Longfellow neighborhood. Just 10 minutes from MSP airport.

9. Antiquified

2430 California St NE, Minneapolis, MN 55418-3309 +1 612-789-1989 [email protected] http://www.antiquified.com
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Antiquified

Antiquified is now located at the Iconic Gingerbread House in the Arts District of Northeast Minneapolis. It has fast become known as a roadside attraction with so many unusual things to see inside and out. At Antiquified you will find a treasure hunt inspired by Geocache outside, with small treasures and discount coupons. There are photos ops galore...with Gary the Gargoyle and the Gingerbread Cookie couple being favorites. Antiquified has an outside garden packed full of garden art April - October. And finally...after decades of intrigue, one is able to enter inside this historic Gingerbread House. And not only can you enter...but you can snoop in the drawers, the cupboards, the closets and the bathrooms. Three floors of shopping. Find the the creative built in bar, the throne of thought with a view, the Sebastian Bach Security system and don't miss the campaign headquarters of our beloved former Mayor Al Hofstede. Each room contains themed treasures, where you'll find new items each visit. Follow Antiquified on Facebook or twitter for photos, events and updates!

10. House of Balls

1504 S 7th St, Minneapolis, MN 55454-1103 +1 612-332-3992 [email protected] http://www.houseofballs.com
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House of Balls

The House Of Balls is three decades old art institution in Minneapolis. Come see the sculptural oddities out of repurposed artifacts.

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