Things to do in Minneapolis
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Minneapolis Institute of Art
Duration: At least 3 hours.
Free. Some special exhibitions and events may require a paid ticket.
American Swedish Institute
Duration: Around 2 hours.
Free. Some special exhibitions and events may require a paid ticket.
TCF Bank Stadium
Duration: 2-4 hours depending on the event.
Varies by event. College football games typically have tickets starting at $20.
Walker Art Center
Duration: More than 3 hours.
Free. Some special exhibitions and events may require a paid ticket.
Nicollet Mall
Duration: 2 hours.
Free. Some events may require tickets for entry.
Minneapolis Convention Center
Duration: 2–3 hours.
Varies. General admission may be free, but special events could require tickets.
Boom Island Park
Duration: 1 to 2 hours.
Free.
Weisman Art Museum
Duration: Approximately 2 hours.
Free. Some special exhibitions may require a paid ticket.
Guthrie Theater
Duration: 2-3 hours for a performance and activities.
General admission prices vary. Rush tickets are available for $15-$35.
Orpheum Theatre Minneapolis
Duration: 2–3 hours.
Prices vary by event; discounts may be available for children and seniors.
University of Minnesota
Duration: 2-3 hours.
Free to explore campus. Some events may require a fee.

Gaviidae Common 1 Shopping Center
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. Some events may have a ticket fee.
Mill City Museum
Duration: Approximately 2 hours.
General Admission: $12, Seniors (65+): $10, College Students: $10, Children (6-17): $6, Children under 6: Free.

The Quarry Shopping Center
Duration: 2-3 hours to explore fully.
Free to enter. Costs apply for food, cinema, and some events.
Minnehaha Park
Duration: 2 hours.
Free. Certain events may require a paid ticket.
Williams Arena
Duration: 2-3 hours depending on the event.
Varies by event. Check the official website for details.
Hennepin History Museum
Duration: Approximately 1-2 hours.
Free. Special exhibitions may require a paid ticket.
Pavek Museum of Broadcasting
Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours.
Adult: $10, Child: $5. Discounts available for groups and students.
Textile Center of Minnesota
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. Special exhibitions and events may have a ticket fee.

Minnesota Orchestra Hall
Duration: 2 to 3 hours, depending on the performance or event.
Tickets vary by performance; typically range from $20 to $100 for adults, with discounts for students.
Hamline University
Duration: Approximately 2 hours.
Free. Some specific events may have additional costs.
University of St. Thomas
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. Some events and special admissions may require a paid ticket.

Metropolitan State University
Duration: 1 to 2 hours.
Free. Admission to special events may require fees.

Saint Mary's University of Minnesota
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. Access to the campus is open to all, with some special events possibly requiring a ticket.

Beltrami Park Ctr
Duration: 2 hours.
Free. Some special events may require registration.
Crystal Airport
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. No admission fees, but some training or events may have associated costs.
The Museum of Russian Art
Duration: About 2 hours.
Free. Some special exhibitions and events may require a paid ticket.
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary
Duration: At least 2 hours.
Free. No admission fees required.
Lake Harriet Bandshell Park
Duration: 2-4 hours.
Free. Some events at the bandshell may require a ticket.
Northrup King Building
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. Special events and exhibitions may require a paid ticket.
Lyndale Park Rose Garden
Duration: Approximately 1 to 2 hours.
Free. Donations are appreciated during special events.
St. Mark's Episcopal Cathedral
Duration: 1.5 to 2 hours.
Free. Donations for maintenance and community services are appreciated.
Lyndale Park Peace Garden
Duration: Approximately 1 hour.
Free.
Lake Calhoun Bridge
Duration: 1-2 hours for walking and sightseeing.
Free. No entry fee required.
Minneapolis City Hall
Duration: Approximately 1 hour.
Free. Some special events may require tickets.
Hennepin County Government Center
Duration: 1 hour.
Free.
Firefighters Hall and Museum
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. Donations are welcomed for special projects and maintenance.
Gold Medal Park
Duration: Approximately 1-2 hours.
Free.
Twin City Model Railroad Museum
Duration: Approximately 2 hours.
Regular adult admission: $10. Night Trains admission: $15. Discounts available for groups.
College of St. Catherine
Duration: Approximately 1-2 hours.
Free. Some events may require tickets.
Northern Clay Center
Duration: Approximately 1-2 hours.
Free. Some special exhibitions and events may require a paid ticket.
Gluek Park
Duration: 1 to 2 hours.
Free. Facilities and events may have additional costs.
Anne C. and Frank B. Semple House
Duration: Approximately 1.5 hours.
Free. Guided tours may have a suggested donation.
St Olaf Catholic Church
Duration: Approximately 1 hour.
Free. Donations are welcome during services and events.
Central Lutheran Church
Duration: About 1 hour.
Free. Donations are welcomed during community events.
Powderhorn Park
Duration: 1-3 hours.
Free. Some community events may require a paid ticket.

Edgemoor Park
Duration: 2 to 3 hours.
Free.

Soap Factory
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. Some special exhibitions may require a paid ticket.

Groveland Gallery
Duration: 1-2 hours.
Free. Some special exhibitions and events may require a paid ticket.
Purcell-Cutts House
Duration: Approximately 1 hour.
Free. Tours conducted on the second weekend of each month.