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Bloomington, MN, USA

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Bloomington

Welcome to Bloomington, home of the world-famous Mall of America! This vibrant city offers shopping galore, delicious dining options, and plenty of outdoor activities like hiking and biking. Don't miss out on exploring the beautiful Minnesota River Valley or catching a show at the beautiful Bloomington Center for the Arts. Come for the mall, stay for the charm!

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Mall of America®

Get ready for an epic adventure at the Mall of America® in Bloomington, MN! As the largest mall in the U.S., it boasts over 500 stores, thrilling rides at Nickelodeon Universe, and an aquarium full of aquatic wonders. With endless dining options and fun attractions, it's a shopper's paradise and entertainment playground all rolled into one!

Attraction4.3/5

Crayola Experience Mall of America

At Crayola Experience Mall of America, unleash your creativity through immersive art zones and fun interactive exhibits, making it an iconic destination for families seeking colorful adventures and imaginative play.

Culture4.8/5

Museum of Illusions - Mall of America

At the Museum of Illusions in Mall of America, visitors can explore mind-bending exhibits and interactive displays that challenge perception, making it a captivating destination for families and curious minds alike.

Outdoor4.7/5

Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge

Embark on a wild adventure at Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge! Explore 14,000 acres of wetlands, prairies, and forests just minutes from the Twin Cities. Keep an eye out for bald eagles, deer, and migrating waterfowl. Don't forget your binoculars and camera for great wildlife sightings. Don't miss out on this nature-lover's paradise!

Outdoor4.7/5

Normandale Japanese Garden

Step into a tranquil oasis at Normandale Japanese Garden in Bloomington, MN. Wander through beautifully manicured gardens, across scenic bridges, and past calming water features. Don't forget to snap some Instagram-worthy pics! Located at West Lot, 9700 France Ave S, it's the perfect spot to unwind and find your inner Zen. Namaste, friends!

Outdoor4.7/5

Hyland Lake Park Reserve

Looking for an outdoor adventure near Minneapolis? Hyland Lake Park Reserve is the spot for you! With over 1,000 acres of wooded landscapes, hiking and biking trails, a beach for swimming, and kayaking opportunities, there's something for everyone to enjoy. Don't miss out on this hidden gem just a short drive from the Twin Cities!

Shop4.4/5

Eden Prairie Center

Welcome to Eden Prairie Center, a shopping mecca located in Eden Prairie! With over 100 stores and restaurants, this mall has something for everyone. From trendy fashion shops to delicious dining options, you'll find it all here. Don't forget to check out the fun entertainment options like a movie theater and an indoor play area for kids. Happy shopping!

Eat$$$4.7/5

Pizzeria Lola

Welcome to Pizzeria Lola, where pizza dreams come true! Nestled on Xerxes Ave in Minneapolis, our cozy pizzeria is a must-visit for all food explorers. From wood-fired crusts kissed by flames to artisanal toppings that will make your taste buds dance, we're pizza perfection. Don't miss our quirky creations like The Korean BBQ pizza, a fusion of flavors that's sure to rock your world. Join us for a slice of happiness at Pizzeria Lola!

Eat$$$4.7/5

Young Joni

Nestled in Northeast Minneapolis, Young Joni is a vibrant gem that serves up mouthwatering pizzas and funky fusion dishes. With its quirky decor and inviting atmosphere, it's the perfect spot for foodies on a fun adventure! Don’t miss their famous wood-fired pies and the enchanting cocktail list. Your taste buds will thank you for this delightful stop!

Eat$$4.4/5

5-8 Club

Dig into juicy Jucy Lucy burgers at 5-8 Club, a must-visit spot in Minneapolis for burger lovers. Located on Cedar Ave, this local favorite serves up delicious burgers with a surprise oozing cheese inside. Friendly staff, casual atmosphere, and tasty food make it a perfect stop on your travels through Minneapolis.

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Minneapolis Mill City Self Guided Audio Walking Tour

Our tour will take you from Peavey Plaza, the city’s “living room”, through the bustling downtown to the riverfront, ending at the Mill City Museum, built right into the ruins of the world’s once-largest flour mill. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour plays as you walk and is hands free. It never expires! This is perfect for those looking for a private experience, flexibility and at an affordable price point.

$9.75
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5/5
2 h

Historic Minneapolis Riverfront Private Walking Tour

On your 2-hour fully narrated experience you’ll stroll along, and across, the Mississippi River in the footsteps of people like railroad tycoon James J Hill, once the richest man in Minnesota. He made his fortune as the river rushed through the heartland, tumbled down a magnificent waterfall, and powered dozens of mills as a rapidly thriving community grew up around it. Your tour guide will delight you with stories of epic rivalries, world domination, quiet hidden corners, boom town brothels, and European explorers as you traverse 350 years of recorded history. Once the flour-milling capital of the world, modern-day Minneapolis thrives on its founding principles of hard work, innovation, and ingenuity. See how historic structures are repurposed for modern use, while retaining the charm and flair of past golden ages. This is the Minneapolis we bring you back to: the Minneapolis of sawdust, extreme wealth, immigrants, brewers, and nature. This is the best sightseeing experience in town!

$349.00
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5/5
3 h

Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs)

We'll connect at a location convenient for you and launch a 3-hour private riding & walking tour of Minneapolis & St. Paul that focuses on local culture, interesting history and what it's like to live today in the Twin Cities. We'll explore famous landmarks and discover little-known spots. I'll share stories and exclusive anecdotes that will bring your private experience alive. Transportation for this tour is provided in a professionally chauffeured "town car" sedan or Cadillac Escalade SUV. In town for a limited time? Have an open half-day during your visit? This professionally guided private tour is for you. It's a great way to experience the highlights and get an overall feel for the cities in a fun and entertaining way. Many guests use this experience to become oriented so they can return later on their own to deeply explore favorite locales. “Highly recommend!” Melissa A., Wisconsin USA “…abundant knowledge of how the city works and the locals live.” Karale F., California USA

$585.00
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4.7/5
2 h

A Remarkable Scavenger Hunt: Around Downtown Minneapolis

Let’s Roam takes the crown as the top app-led Adventure Hunt company! Wander through city streets, uncovering the finest landmarks and secret gems while tackling trivia and mastering challenges. Whether you're collaborating with your crew or engaging in friendly competition, you’ll absorb fascinating facts and forge unforgettable memories. Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts are perfect for everyday escapades or special occasions like bachelorette parties, birthdays, corporate team-building events, and beyond! Each participant selects an interactive role, with unique challenges tailored to every adventurer. Join the fun and embark on your next epic adventure with Let’s Roam!

$12.31
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4.6/5
3 h

Minneapolis Riverwalk Food Tour

Hungry for an off the beaten path Minneapolis food experience? Join us as we explore a pair of the city's trendy and historical neighborhoods, the Mill District and St Anthony Main in Northeast Minneapolis. We'll take you through the founding and growth of the "City of Flour and Sawdust" while following in the footsteps of immigrants who came to work the mills. You'll enjoy sampling food at the first Thai restaurant in Minnesota, authentic Italian pizza, home-made ice cream, divine baked goods, and the best matcha you'll ever drink. In addition to sampling food, we will also stroll by the local Farmers Market, Mill City Museum and Guthrie Theater. You'll enjoy gorgeous views of St Anthony Falls as we walk along the Stone Arch Bridge into historical St Anthony Main. Learn about the history of both neighborhoods while touring the oldest street in Minneapolis. Get to know your fellow food-loving guests while gaining an appreciation for distinct neighborhoods that most tourists never see!

$92.00
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4.4/5

Minnehaha Falls: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Minneapolis

Discover the Minneapolis’ crown jewel, Minnehaha Falls, with this affordable walking tour. • Find out about the park’s forgotten history including how it's been frequented by pioneering millwrights, carnival barking showmen, U.S. Presidents and lonely hermits • Hear from producer Frank Bures, an award-winning writer, essayist and the editor of Under Purple Skies: The Minneapolis Anthology • Do it all in an hour or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

$7.49
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4.3/5
24 h

Mall of America®: Nickelodeon Universe® Unlimited Ride Wristband

Nickelodeon Universe®, the nation's largest indoor theme park, is home to seven acres of unique attractions, entertainment and dining options. Meet the Nick characters, experience spine-tingling rides, visit unique retail shops and much more!

$58.80
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4.2/5

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Welcome to Minneapolis, the home of Nerf Balls, the singer and songwriter Prince, and, yes, Zubaz pants. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll stroll along the Mississippi River. Along the way, you’ll hear about: • The history of the milling industry in Minneapolis • The massive Washburn A Mill explosion of 1878 • The 35W Bridge collapse of 2007 • The secret history of "Funkytown" • An ugly mansion with 86 TVs • Cougar attacks • The untimely death of Tiny Tim • The hiring of a hitman in St. Paul • ”Untalented but adventurous” German artists, to quote the author Jonathan Raban • How long it takes a single drop of water to travel down the Mississippi – and how long it takes a person to make the same journey This walking tour can be enjoyed on location or even virtually at home with VoiceMap's Continuous Play function which disables the GPS playback. PHOTO CREDITS: Meet Minneapolis

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Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour

Take a self-guided tour along the iconic Mississippi River with award-winning storyteller Frank Bures. From Nicollet Island to Gold Medal Park, delve into 12,000 years of vibrant river history. Cross the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, pass Stone Arch Bridge, and explore the Guthrie Theater. Along the way, discover tales of St. Anthony Falls, Guinness World Record paddling attempts, the Minneapolis Post Office, Spirit Island, and Nicollet Island's peculiar inhabitants. Uncover the mystery of the Grain Belt Sign's revival, marvel at bull sharks' Mississippi swim, and learn about the 450-mile canoe race. Frank's near-death experience in the river adds a personal touch. This tour will leave you with an appreciation for the Mississippi's profound impact on those living along its shores. Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too. Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour.

$8.99
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2 h

SEA LIFE Aquarium Minnesota Admission Ticket at Mall of America

SEA LIFE Minnesota at the Mall of America near Minneapolis is home to over 10,000 sea creatures across immersive, interactive exhibits. Enjoy daily feedings, educational talks, and hands-on activities perfect for animal lovers of all ages. Explore unique habitats like the Claws exhibit with the world’s largest crab, the Octopus Garden, and an underwater tunnel featuring sharks, sea turtles, and stingrays in themed tanks such as Atlantis, Rainbow Reef, Sturgeon Lake, and Amazon River. Join us for the Animal Crossing™ Aquarium Tour from June 11- August 23, 2026! Fans of the Animal Crossing: New Horizons game and Aquarium visitors alike will enjoy a variety of exciting features, including character meet and greets, stamp rally, photo opportunities, my Nintendo Kiosk, Critter panels and character sightings!

$28.00
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Minneapolis Self Guided Audio Walking Tour of Mill District

Walk along the historic Mississippi River where dramatic mill ruins meet the modern Minneapolis skyline on this self-guided audio tour. Using a GPS app, you will follow a walkable riverfront route as history comes alive. Experience Saint Anthony Falls and see how this working landscape built the city. You’ll pass iconic landmarks including the Stone Arch Bridge, the Guthrie Theater, Mill Ruins Park, and the Mill City Museum. Along the way, explore how Minneapolis became the flour-milling capital of the world and uncover the dramatic story of the 1878 Washburn A Mill explosion. Explore at your own pace—pause for photos, grab a drink, or linger at viewpoints. The audio resumes whenever you’re ready, so you can move freely without keeping up with a group. This is a self-guided experience with no in-person guide. Download the tour in advance to use it anytime. It works offline and follows your location along the route.

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2 h 2 mins

Self-Guided Podcast Tour Minneapolis: Power on the Mississippi

Step into Minneapolis's Mill District, where the wild currents of St. Anthony Falls turned raw Midwestern wheat into a global industrial empire. Explore grand stone ruins, massive rail arches, and world-record flour mills transformed into artist lofts, public parks, and cultural venues. - A 3.9 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 122 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and History & Memory - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

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1 h 43 mins

Podcast Tour Decoding Minnesota Nice Unmasking Social Codes

Step into downtown Minneapolis to unpack 'Minnesota Nice.' From soaring glass skyways to quiet library halls and riverfront mill ruins, explore how Scandinavian Janteloven, Lutheran stoicism, and harsh winters shaped local etiquette, spatial behavior, and non-verbal communication. - A 3.3 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 103 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Social Fabric & Everyday Life and Identity, Migration & Globalization - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

$5.49
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5/5
1 h

Moose Mountain Adventure Golf in Mall of America

The course features an original, whimsical design with an old-time Northwoods feel, complete with life-size moose, horses, and more! Also contains fun cartoon vehicles, including a logging truck, steam locomotive, and biplane. Not only will this custom-crafted course be magical for all who play, it is also designed to be fully accessible, so everyone can enjoy the adventure!

$16.79
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5/5
2 h

"Crooked" St. Paul Gangsters Private Riding Tour (2 hrs)

We'll connect at a location and hour convenient for you and step back in time during this private, 2-hour riding tour. You'll hear how St. Paul, Minnesota became a haven for the nation's most notorious gangsters, including John Dillinger, during the first decades of the 20th Century, and the impact of that legacy on life today in the "Saintly City. " How could bank robbers and bootleggers run their crimes while "hiding in plain sight"? This private riding tour will show the homes, nightclubs, hangouts - and even the courthouse - where these professional thugs lived, planned, played and were prosecuted. We'll also see other St. Paul highlights, including Summit Ave, cathedral and Capitol. Private transportation is a professionally chauffeured "town car" sedan or Cadillac Escalade SUV. Want to entertain locals or out-of-towners? Old enough to remember those lurid headlines or young enough to be amazed? Ready for a new twist on a town you thought you knew? This tour is for you.

$480.00
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5/5
1 h

Murals and Memories from the George Floyd Protests

Explore the significance of George Floyd Square and engage with the local community through art, culture, and history. This tour emphasizes respect and understanding, guiding you through an area that honors resilience and fosters healing. Discover local businesses, such as Mystic Healing Stones, & Listen to Us Art Gallery, where you can find unique gifts while supporting artists striving to recover. Get involved by volunteering at the People’s Closet and learn about organizations like the Sabathani Community Center, dedicated to uplifting the community. After your visit, take time to reflect and decompress in a supportive environment. - Visit historic George Floyd Square and engage with local artists - Support small businesses and purchase unique gifts - Volunteer opportunities available at the People’s Closet - Explore community services that promote racial justice and healing

$65.00
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5/5
1 h

Make Your Own Crystals and Aromatherapy Class

Unlock the secrets of holistic healing in this transformative workshop designed to soothe the mind and spirit. Participants will discover the harmonious blend of essential oils and crystals, learning how to craft a personalized aromatherapy blend that resonates with their unique energy. Choose to create either a calming roll-on bottle adorned with healing crystals or a luxurious dip-style crystal bottle crowned with a radiant amethyst(Amethyst additional). This class is perfect for anyone feeling overwhelmed or seeking balance, providing tools to cultivate grounding and clarity in everyday life. All materials are included, making this a convenient and enriching experience for both beginners and enthusiasts alike.

$100.00
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5/5
1 h 15 mins

The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America

The Escape Game Minneapolis is inside of the famed Mall of America, a 4-level mall with hundreds of food, shopping, and entertainment options. You'll find us on the 3rd floor, East. Some of our favorite spots to grab a bite to eat at MOA include Burger Burger, Margaritaville, and Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. — perfect for a pre- or post-game meal. Don't forget to check out Cinnabon for some hard-earned cinnamon rolls after your game! The Escape Game Minneapolis features 7 immersive escape rooms, including our outer space adventure, Mission: Mars, and our most challenging game, Prison Break. Each escape room holds up to 8 players, except for Special Ops: Mysterious Market, which can accommodate up to 7 players. These adventures offer a one-of-a-kind premium experience. Follow clues and solve puzzles to complete your mission together. We offer the best escape rooms and the fastest customer support. Come see why our escape rooms win awards.

$47.04
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4.9/5
2 h 15 mins

Minneapolis Walking Art Tour - Heart of Downtown

Minneapolis is a city deeply committed to the arts, with a set of core values that celebrates creativity, diversity, and community. This walking tour through the heart of Minneapolis is a perfect blend of the arts and urban life. We'll walk the length of Nicollet Mall, a showcase of public art that transforms the heart of downtown into an open-air gallery. This mile-long corridor features a diverse range of sculptures and installations that reflect the city’s culture and history. We'll encounter a mix of notable buildings both historic and modern, all contributing to the unique character of downtown. The Loring Greenway will take us to Loring Park where vibrant water features, pavilions, and bronze, abstract & whimsical sculptures reside. Then, on to the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, which sits adjacent to the Walker Art Center and features over 40 sculptures across 11 acres! Inspiration is all around!

$79.00
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4.8/5
2 h

Minneapolis Hop On Hop Off Tour

Discover Minneapolis your way on the city’s only Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tour aboard a one-of-a-kind open-air bus. This guided experience lets you explore the city’s must-see attractions while enjoying fresh air, great views, and the lively energy of Minneapolis all around you. Designed for those short on time but big on seeing. Maximize your time with 4 targeted stops where you’ll have time to hop off the bus, walk around, take photos, and dive into the history and culture of each location before hopping back on with your friendly driver-guide. This unique hop-on hop-off tour is the only local experience that includes hop-off opportunities at the city’s top attractions. Perfect for first-time visitors and locals alike, this small group tour offers a relaxed, engaging way to experience the city in motion. In Jun, Jul, Aug use your open-air bus; in May and Sep use your enclosed coach bus. (The enclosed bus may be used in the event of unfavorable weather during summer months.)

$55.00
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