Minneapolis & St. Paul | Ultimate One-Day Itinerary 🌆✨

Minnesota’s dynamic twin cities—Minneapolis (the state's largest city) and St. Paul (the capital)—are perfect for a packed day trip! Love shopping? Extend to two days for the Mall of America (it’s massive!). NBA fans, check game schedules too! 🏀 🚀 One-Day Adventure Plan 🌇 Minneapolis Highlights 1️⃣ Sculpture Garden 🗿 Iconic "Spoonbridge and Cherry" art—insta-worthy! 📸 2️⃣ Minneapolis Institute of Art (MIA) 🖼️ Free entry! Spend 2+ hours exploring global masterpieces. 3️⃣ American Swedish Institute 🇸🇪 $13 entry. Charming Nordic culture + Swedish cinnamon buns ☕🍪 at the café! 4️⃣ Minnehaha Falls 🌊 A quick 1-hour morning stop for waterfall views & short trails. 5️⃣ ⭐Mall of America ⭐ (Optional) 🛍️ Nickelodeon Universe theme park, SEA LIFE Aquarium 🐠, and 500+ shops! (Skip if short on time.) 🏛️ St. Paul Stops 1️⃣ Mississippi National River 🌿 Leisurely riverside walks with skyline views. 2️⃣ State Capitol ⚡ Gold-domed beauty—photo op! 3️⃣ Cathedral of Saint Paul ⛪ Stunning architecture + panoramic city vistas. Bonus: Nearby Hmong community (largest in U.S.) with authentic Asian eats! 🥢 🍽️ Must-Try Bites 1️⃣ Matt's Bar 🍔 "Jucy Lucy" cheese-stuffed burger (cash only!). Overhyped? Maybe, but it’s a local legend. 2️⃣ Manny's Steakhouse 🥩 Splurge-worthy dry-aged steaks & old-school glam. #Minnesota #Minneapolis #TravelUSA #RoadTripGoals #TwinCities