PLAY
Three of Minneapolis’ sports stadiums are within 2 miles of each other: U.S. Bank Stadium, home to the NFL’s Minnesota Vikings; Target Center, home to the NBA and WNBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves and Minnesota Lynx, respectively; and Target Field, home to MLB’s Minnesota Twins. What’s more, groups have the opportunity not only to catch a game but also to delve deeper into the iconic venues and their teams. Target Field’s “Learning Through Baseball” program, for example, offers tours of the ballpark and class offerings that range from the science of baseball to an exploration of the game’s most influential figures. U.S. Bank Stadium offers educational tours for school groups and Target Center can take groups behind the scenes and on the basketball court.
EXPLORE
Minneapolis is a city filled with art lovers, and interactive, engaging tours and activities at its arts and culture institutions are in abundance. Locals and visitors alike enjoy the Minneapolis Institute of Arts (Mia) for its free admission and extensive collection of art across a diverse set of artists and cultures. School tours at Mia also are free, including those of special exhibitions. Walker Art Center is renowned for its cutting-edge, contemporary art and sculpture garden and offers tours and hands-on art labs for students. Weisman Art Museum on the University of Minnesota campus offers group tours as well, plus workshops for a variety of interests and ages.
FUEL
After a long day of exploration, dining options abound for every taste bud. Food halls such as Graze Food Hall by Travail in the North Loop neighborhood, just blocks from Target Field, and The Market at Malcom Yards near the University of Minnesota campus, offer something for everyone and a casual atmosphere for dining after a busy day. Both outlets offer private rentals for larger groups. Beloved Minnesota chain Pizza Luce has a variety of locations in Minneapolis and surrounding suburbs with private dining areas, and it is guaranteed to satisfy the pickiest students in your group. For an alfresco option during the city’s warm-weather months, explore scenic Minnehaha Falls followed by a seafood plate at Sea Salt Eatery, which offers many outdoor seating options.
LEARN MORE
Meet Minneapolis
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Main Image: Weisman Art Museum; Credit: Adobe/Douglas
