Minneapolis/St.Paul Travel Facts
The Basics
City Name: Minneapolis/St.Paul
Where is it located?: Minneapolis/St. Paul are located in the southern third of Minnesota, which is located in the upper Midwest
Why do people go there?: These cities bring together the best of both worlds. Minneapolis is young, trendy, and happening, with a number of renowned theatres and cultural events. St. Paul is old, historic and stoic, with grand houses and a more refined feel.
How do travelers get there?: Most people fly or drive from Chicago, but you can take the bus or a train.
Currency: US Dollar
City Code: 612/651
Population: 3.2 million
Languages: English
Travel Information
Neighborhoods: Minneapolis: Calhoun-Isles, Camden, Central, Longfellow, Near North, Nokomis, Northeast, Phillips, Powderhorn, Southwest, University; St. Paul: Battle, Creek/Highwood, Como, Crocus Hill/Grand Avenue, Dayton’s Bluff, Downtown, Greater East Side, Hamline-Midway, Highland Park, Macalester-Groveland, Merriam Park
Attractions: Mall of America, Mississippi River, Local Music
Accommodations: Minneapolis/St. Paul Hostels
Tourist Office: http://www.minneapolis.org
Off-the-beaten-path: Como Park and Zoo, Lake Itasca, Historic Fort Snelling, Stillwater
Health Issues: None
Tips for Visiting
When to go: Minnesota is known for its freezing cold weather in the wintertime – if you’re not into windchills of negative 40, try to go in the late spring, or early summer, like May or June.
City Specific Events: Winter Carnival, City of Lakes Loppet, St. Patrick’s Day Parade, Cinco De Mayo Fiesta, Art-A-Whirl, The Stone Arch Festival of the Arts, Minnesota Fringe Festival, Irish Fair of Minnesota, Minnesota State Fair,
How to get around?: There is a newly established lightrail that will eventually connect the Mall of America, the airport and downtown. For now, buses may be your best bet, but if you plan on leaving the city, expect to rent a car.
Good to know: Minneapolis/St. Paul is famously known as the Twin Cities of US.
Cheapest airport to fly into: The cheapest airport to fly into Minneapolis/St. Paul is the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport.
Need more information?: Check out the Minneapolis/St. Paul travel guide for more on what to see, where to stay, and how to get there.
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