Visit Minneapolis

Minneapolis is Minnesota's largest city, known for its beautiful lakes, excellent arts scene, and vibrant downtown.

Welcome to Minneapolis

Minneapolis is Minnesota's City of Lakes and a vibrant city located in the heart of Minnesota, known for its beautiful lakes, excellent arts scene, and vibrant downtown. This dynamic city is known for its lake culture, arts heritage, and unique "Minnesota" personality that has shaped the North Star State region for generations.

From the iconic Walker Art Center and Chain of Lakes to the beautiful Guthrie Theater and Minneapolis Institute of Art, Minneapolis offers visitors a perfect blend of arts experiences, cultural activities, and Minnesota hospitality. The city also boasts Minnehaha Falls, Juicy Lucy, and some of the best arts attractions in America.

429,954 Population
830 ft Elevation
198 Sunny Days

📊 Travel Information & Statistics

Essential travel data to help you plan your perfect Minneapolis adventure

Best Time to Travel

Summer (June-August) Lake activities, festivals, perfect weather
Fall (September-November) Comfortable temperatures, outdoor recreation, cultural events
Peak Season June-August, September-November (Arts and tourism)

Average Temperature

Jan 7°F / 23°F
Apr 35°F / 55°F
Jul 63°F / 83°F
Oct 48°F / 62°F

Humid continental climate with warm summers and cold winters

Airports

Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)

Main airport, 10 miles from downtown Minneapolis

  • Major airlines: American, Delta, United, Southwest
  • Direct flights to major US cities
  • Rental car services available

Duluth International Airport (DLH)

Secondary airport, 150 miles from downtown Minneapolis

  • Major airlines: Delta, United
  • Domestic flights
  • Shuttle services to Minneapolis

Travel Statistics

Annual Visitors 1+ million
Hotel Rooms 2,500+
Restaurants 300+
Cultural Attractions 20+
Average Hotel Price $120/night
Public Transit Metro Transit

Flight Statistics

Daily Flights 2,500+
Direct Destinations 200+ cities
Average Flight Price $350
Peak Travel Months Jun-Aug, Sep-Nov
Major Airlines 10+ carriers
On-time Performance 85%

Airport Operations

Terminals 1
Gates 200+
Parking Spaces 50,000+
Rental Car Companies 15
Distance to Downtown 10 miles
Ground Transportation Shuttle, Taxi, Bus

Local Transportation

Bus Routes 30+ routes
Bus Frequency 5-15 min
Fare $2.50
Operating Hours 4AM-1AM
Bike Share Stations 20+
Ride Share Uber, Lyft

Cultural & Entertainment

Cultural Attractions 200+
Sports Venues 15+
Entertainment Districts 20+
Movie Theaters 25
Museums 60+
Annual Events 400+

Outdoor Recreation

Mississippi River Water recreation
Bike Paths 200+ miles
Golf Courses 25
Shelby Farms Park Urban recreation
Parks 600+
Weather Year-round activities

Popular Destinations & Demographics

Top Domestic Origin Arkansas
Top International Origin Canada
Popular Airlines American, United
Average Age 35 years
Logistics Industry 25%
Average Stay 3.2 days

Shopping & Retail

Cultural Attractions 200+
Sports Venues 15+
Average Spending $450/person
Logistics Industry $12B annually
Tax Rate 10.25%
Popular Items Juicy Lucy, Arts Scene, City of Lakes

Safety & Health

Crime Rate Low
Hospitals 15 major
Urgent Care Centers 50+
Pharmacies 100+
Emergency Services 24/7
Tourist Safety Excellent

🚗 Rent a Car in Minneapolis

Explore Minneapolis and the beautiful Minnesota North Star State region at your own pace with a rental car

🌟 Top Attractions in Minneapolis

Discover the must-see destinations and experiences in Minnesota's City of Lakes & Arts Paradise

Walker Art Center

Walker Art Center

Experience Minneapolis's iconic Walker Art Center featuring beautiful contemporary art, cultural experiences, and the authentic heart of Minnesota's arts scene.

Year-round 2-3 hours Downtown Minneapolis
Get Tickets Admission required Read More
Chain of Lakes

Chain of Lakes

Discover Minneapolis's famous Chain of Lakes featuring premier outdoor experiences, scenic beauty, water activities, and natural heritage that make it one of Minneapolis's most important attractions and a premier outdoor destination.

Year-round 2-4 hours Throughout Minneapolis
Visit Free Free admission Read More
Guthrie Theater

Guthrie Theater

Experience Minneapolis's iconic Guthrie Theater featuring beautiful performances, theatrical experiences, cultural activities, and artistic heritage that showcase Minnesota's premier theater destination.

Year-round 2-3 hours Downtown Minneapolis
Get Tickets Admission required Read More
Minnehaha Falls

Minnehaha Falls

Experience Minneapolis's beautiful Minnehaha Falls featuring scenic waterfalls, outdoor activities, cultural experiences, and natural heritage that showcase Minnesota's premier natural destination.

Year-round 1-2 hours South Minneapolis
Visit Free Free admission Read More
Juicy Lucy

Juicy Lucy

Discover Minneapolis's famous Juicy Lucy featuring culinary experiences, local restaurants, food culture, and Minnesota heritage that showcase Minneapolis's commitment to unique dining and culinary innovation.

Year-round 1-2 hours Throughout Minneapolis
Visit Free Free admission Read More
Minneapolis Institute of Art

Minneapolis Institute of Art

Experience Minneapolis's beautiful Minneapolis Institute of Art featuring scenic galleries, cultural activities, artistic experiences, and cultural heritage that showcase Minnesota's connection to the arts.

Year-round 2-3 hours Downtown Minneapolis
Visit Free Free admission Read More

🍽️ Minneapolis's Arts & Lakes Flavors

Savor the flavors of Minnesota's arts scene and lake culture with Minneapolis's diverse dining scene

Arts & Lakes Flavors

Experience Minneapolis's diverse arts scene and Minnesota lake dining scene featuring local ingredients, Minneapolis-style dishes, and multicultural culinary experiences that showcase the region's rich food culture and Minnesota heritage.

Top Arts & Lakes Restaurants:

  • Minneapolis Arts District
  • Lakefront Restaurants
  • Minneapolis Lake Cuisine
Read More About Arts & Lakes Flavors

Minneapolis Cuisine & Local Flavors

Discover Minneapolis's diverse food culture featuring arts-themed restaurants, fine dining, and innovative culinary experiences influenced by the city's arts culture and Minnesota heritage.

Must-Try Local Spots:

  • Arts-Themed Restaurants
  • Downtown Minneapolis
  • Lakeside Eateries
Read More About Minneapolis's Food Scene

🏨 Where to Stay in Minneapolis

Find the perfect accommodation for your Minneapolis adventure

✈️ Find Flights to Minneapolis

Search for the best flight deals to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) or Duluth International Airport (DLH)

Explore Other Cities

Discover amazing destinations across the United States

Akron Albuquerque Anaheim Anchorage Arlington Asheville Atlanta Aurora Austin Bakersfield Baltimore Baton Rouge Birmingham Boise Boulder Boston Buffalo Chandler Charleston Charlotte Chesapeake Chicago Chula Vista Cincinnati
Cleveland Colorado Springs Columbus Corpus Christi Dallas Denver Des Moines Detroit Durham El Paso Fort Lauderdale Fort Wayne Fort Worth Fremont Fresno Frisco Garland Gilbert Glendale Grand Rapids Greensboro Henderson Hialeah Honolulu
Houston Huntsville Indianapolis Irving Jacksonville Jersey City Kansas City Key West Laredo Las Vegas Lexington Little Rock Long Beach Los Angeles Louisville Lubbock Madison Memphis Miami Milwaukee Minneapolis Mobile Montgomery Myrtle Beach
Nashville New Orleans New York Newark Norfolk North Las Vegas Oakland Oklahoma City Omaha Orlando Philadelphia Phoenix Pittsburgh Plano Portland Providence Raleigh Reno Richmond Riverside Sacramento Saint Paul Salt Lake City San Antonio
San Bernardino San Diego San Francisco San Jose Santa Ana Santa Fe Savannah Scottsdale Seattle Shreveport Spokane Springfield St. Louis St. Petersburg Stockton Tacoma Tampa Toledo Tucson Virginia Beach Washington Wichita Winston-Salem Yonkers