"Wander Minneapolis's Uptown District The main thoroughfares and side streets of Hennepin and Lyndale avenues in the Uptown District are packed with boutiques, cafes, galleries, indie theaters, restaurants, and bars. The area is great for a day of urban wandering and is right near the lakes for taking in some nature as well."

"Summit Ave's Historic Victorian Homes Scattered with Victorian mansions, St. Paul's tree-lined Summit Ave. is one of the most beautiful residential streets in the Midwest, with famous former residents including author F. Scott Fitzgerald and early railroad entrepreneur James J. Hill. Guided tours are offered from the James J. Hill House Wed–Sun, but it is also a worthwhile independent stroll. Make sure to start or end at the gorgeous St. Paul Cathedral, overlooking downtown St. Paul."

"Nicollet Ave's Never-Ending Sites and Surprises Nicollet Ave. is one of the major arteries of Minneapolis. From the dining and shopping of the downtown pedestrian mall to the international flavors of Eat Street’s restaurants further out, you could spend an entire day wandering (and eating) along this street alone. Highlights include the IDS Center Crystal Court's light-filled atrium, national brands ranging from Target’s headquarters to Saks Fifth Avenue, and restaurants like Quang’s Vietnamese pho, Hola Arepa’s Latin American delights, and Wild Acre Eatery’s straight-from-their-own-farm food."

"Weather-Proof Downtowns The Twin Cities are known for their extensive downtown Skyway systems, blocks of climate-controlled covered footbridges that connect buildings and allow residents (and visitors) to comfortably navigate the area anytime of year. Hubs of indoor shopping, dining and business are connected to major museums and sport stadiums, making foul weather a fool’s excuse."

"St. Anthony Main's Historic Charm This riverfront Main St. strip is scattered with historic buildings from the 1850s and while a bit sleepy has points of interest like the movie theater and the beginning of the Stone Arch Bridge. Start your crossing from here to get the full effect of walking from the quaint past into the modernized Minneapolis skyline."

"Warehouse Wandering Once a hub for shipping, Minneapolis’s Warehouse District is now a buzzing up-and-coming neighborhood that’s been designated by the media as one of “America’s Best Hipster Neighborhoods.” Take that distinction as you will, but it’s undeniable that this compact cluster of warehouse-converted galleries, cafes, restaurants, bars, and breweries is on the cutting edge of the arts and dining scene. Explore coffee shops like Spyhouse, restaurants like the Bachelor Farmer, and art collectives like Traffic Zone."