Minneapolis

Cultural center of the upper Midwest... Shopper's paradise... Outdoor playground. The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul offer something for everyone. Macy's North is headquartered in beautiful downtown Minneapolis, where you'll find fine dining, sports arenas, plus entertainment and shopping districts, all within blocks of the Mississippi River.

City Snapshot. The Twin Cities metro area is home to nearly 3 million people, making it the 15th largest metro area in the United States.

Places to Live. Whether you prefer the buzz of downtown or the spacious suburbs, you'll find plenty of housing options here. Check out the coffee-shop lined streets and trio of city lakes in trendy Uptown, the loft lifestyle of Minneapolis' warehouse district or the progressive neighborhood feel of St. Paul, just across the river.

Places to Relax. Like to golf, jog, ski, or play pick-up hockey? You'll love the area's parks and recreational areas. Our distinctive four seasons inspire annual celebrations including the summer Aquatennial festival and the Winter Carnival. After work, just step outside to explore pubs, nightclubs and lounges including an ever-vibrant music scene. Many hot spots are accessible by Minneapolis' innovative skyway system - a series of indoor, second-floor pathways connecting the major buildings downtown.

Major Attractions. Mall of America, Walker Art Center, Canterbury Park racetrack, Science Museum of Minnesota, Mystic Lake Casino, Minnesota Zoo, Valleyfair amusement park, and Minneapolis Sculpture Garden.

Pro Sports. Twins (baseball), Vikings (football), Wild (Hockey) Timberwolves (men's basketball), Lynx (women's basketball), Thunder (soccer) and St. Paul Saints (minor league baseball).

Places to Get Away. Minnesota is called the "Land of 10,000 Lakes" for good reason. Twin Cities residents flock to area lakes for camping, canoeing, water sports and ice-fishing. Explore the North Shore of Lake Superior, socialize on Lake Minnetonka, explore the St. Croix River or shop for antiques in picturesque Stillwater.

More Info. Learn more about what Minneapolis has to offer you at twincities.citysearch.com or www.exploreminnesota.com.