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City Guide  - Minneapolis-St Paul  - Sightseeing
Sightseeing

The key attractions are not concentrated in a central area but are dotted throughout the Twin Cities, so sightseeing is most easily done by car. The key attractions of Minneapolis are arts-related and include the world-class Walker Art Center, the extensive collections at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts and the Frederick R Weisman Art Museum on the University of Minnesota campus. However, some of the most enjoyable times in the city are spent simply walking around the downtown area surrounding Nicollet Mall, admiring the architecture, shops and skyways, or exploring the historic area around St Anthony Falls along the river or the trendy Uptown district. Highlights of St Paul include the Science Museum, the downtown area and the State Capitol. The Twin Cities' major parks and lakes are also delightful attractions.

Tourist Information
Greater Minneapolis Convention & Visitors Association

4000 Multifoods Tower, 33 South Sixth Street, Minneapolis
Tel: (612) 348 7000 or (888) 676 6757.
Web site: www.minneapolis.org

Minneapolis Information & Visitor Center

First floor, City Center, 40 South Seventh Street, corner of Nicollet Mall and Seventh Street, Minneapolis
Tel: (612) 335 5827.

St Paul Convention and Visitors Bureau

175 West Kellogg Boulevard, Suite 502, St Paul
Tel: (651) 265 4900 or (800) 627 6101.
Web site: www.stpaulcvb.org

Passes

A three-day Arts and Museum Pass gives visitors admission to ten participating venues, including the Science Museum and Children's Museum. It costs US$15 (concessions available).



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GENERAL
City Overview
City Statistics
Cost of Living
 
GETTING THERE
Air
Road
Rail
 
BUSINESS
Business
 
SIGHTSEEING
Sightseeing
Key Attractions
Further Distractions
Tours of the City
Excursions
 
ENTERTAINMENT
Nightlife
Sport
Shopping
Culture
Special Events