Bustling, modern, and hip, the Twin Cities are far from hibernating. See what makes them shine year-round with a local in Moon Minneapolis & St. Paul.

*Explore the Twin Cities: Navigate by neighbourhood or by activity, with colour-coded maps of the most interesting neighbourhoods in Minneapolis and St. Paul

*See the Sights: Browse contemporary art at the Walker Art Center and Sculpture Garden (and play mini-golf on the roof!), learn about local history at the Minnesota State Capitol, shop at the Mall of America, or stroll along the banks of Lake Calhoun

*Get a Taste of the City: Pop into a hole-in-the-wall Vietnamese restaurant on Eat Street, sample the flavours of Minnesota’s Polish past, order from a fusion food truck, or grab a table at an innovative farm-to-table restaurant

*Bars and Nightlife: Catch a performance at the Dakota Jazz Club, see where Prince got his start, sip fruity concoctions at a tiki bar, find the best spots for microbrews, or visit the Twin Cities’ most popular gay bars

*Local Expertise: Minneapolis local Tricia Cornell shares insider know-how on her two favourite cities

*Itineraries and Day Trips: Explore nearby Stillwater, Duluth, and Lake Superior, or follow city itineraries designed for budget travelers, outdoor adventurers, and more

*Full-Colour Photos and Detailed Maps

*Handy Tools: Moon provides background information on the history and culture of the Twin Cities

See the Twin Cities with a local with Moon Minneapolis & St. Paul.

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