Alexandra & Brandon
Things To Do
Minnehaha Falls
Where Brandon proposed to Alex!
Mall of America®
The iconic Mall of America is a great place to spend some hours shopping or letting the kids run around Nickelodeon Universe (honorable mention from Brandon for Camp Snoopy)
Mill City Museum/Guthrie Theatre
Minneapolis, once the 'Flour Milling Capital of the World', is home to one of General Mills' first flour mills. Located right on the bank of the Mississippi River, Mill City Museum is a great place to learn some history. The Guthrie Theater, located right next door, has a gorgeous public overlook of the Mississippi river and Northeast neighborhood, stop in for a show if you have time. On Saturday morning check out the Mill City Farmer's Market, located between the two buildings, or maybe even check out Alex's place of work, the American Academy of Neurology.
Stone Arch Bridge
See the iconic Minneapolis bridge that crosses over the Mississippi River. On one side, explore St. Anthony Main with cobblestone streets and amazing restaurants like Aster Café and Jefe Urban Cocina. On the other side check out the Mill City Museum and Guthrie Theatre.
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Home to over 40 sculptures, this national award-winning park highlights modern and contemporary art in an urban park setting. Check out the iconic Hahn/Cock and Spoonbridge and Cherry.
Cossetta
One of Alex and Brandon's favorite places to visit before Minnesota Wild hockey games. This Italian eatery has it all, a full service bar upstairs, an attached grocery area, and some of the best deserts in the Twin Cities freshly made daily in their café. Stop by for a cannoli and a slice of pizza!
Saint Paul
While in the Twin Cities, you'll have to stop by Minneapolis' twin, Saint Paul. The city is about a 15 minute drive from the suggested hotels.
Lake Minnetonka
Located just 20 minutes west of Minneapolis, this lake is one of the largest in Minnesota. There's plenty to do around the lake, from looking at the many mansions, stopping in at one of multiple breweries, to the downtown area of Wayzata - Lake Minnetonka has much to offer.
Matt's Bar and Grill
Stop in to Matt's Bar and Grill, home of Minneapolis' famous Jucy Lucy burger, a burger filled with melted cheese. This cozy dive bar has been around since 1954 and had plenty of famous guests, including former President Barack Obama, who stopped by in 2014.
Science Museum of Minnesota
One of Brandon's favorite places to visit growing up! The science museum has rotating exhibits for all ages. One of their old sweatshirt designs even made an appearance in Netflix's Stranger Things as Dustin fought off the dreaded demidogs from the upside down.
AxeBridge Wine Co.
This winery is where Brandon surprised Alex with their friends and family after proposing! Nestled in downtown Minneapolis, this gorgeous urban winery is the perfect place to grab a glass of wine and a quick bite while exploring the North Loop area.