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Summer in Minneapolis

A July 2006 trip to Minneapolis by ontheroad97

View from the hotel Photo - Marriott Minneapolis City Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota More Photos
Quote: Nothing can compare to the vibe of Minneapolis in the summertime.
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Summer in Minneapolis Best of IgoUgo

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A visit to Minneapolis in the summertime is a true treat. Nowhere I have ever traveled have I seen such an honest celebration of summer as in Minneapolis, and it's understandable--if you lived through bitterly cold, teeth-chattering, activity-limiting Northern winters, you'd be damn ready to party when the mercury began to rise!The Land of 10,000 lakes offers plenty to do. Just strolling around the downtown was immensely pleasant, and a short trip along the walking path hugging the banks of the Mississippi is a great way to get a feel for the layout of this extremely livable city. After that, take in a few museums or world-class theatre performances, then head out to the lakes. They're all aro...Read More
View from the hotel Photo - Marriott Minneapolis City Center, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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Its central location for exploring downtown made this hotel ideal for a weekend getaway. Ended up getting a great deal ($70 a night) through Priceline and couldn't have been happier. The hotel was nice enough, with panoramic views of the city and river sprawled out in every direction below. Comfy beds, clean rooms, and plenty of space made the hotel the perfect home base between jaunts out and around the city.Situated on 7th Street downtown, it was an easy and pleasant walk to Orchestra Hall, the location of the city's famed Sommerfest. Along the way, if you're lucky enough to be here in the summer, you'll pass through a colorful open-air street market, where you can purchase fresh produce, fl...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on November 24, 2006

Marriott Minneapolis City Center
30 South 7th Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota 55402
(612) 349-4000

The Bakken Museum Photo - Bakken Museum of Electricity and Life, Minneapolis, Minnesota
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In the mood to experience some of the quirkier attractions in the city, we took public transportation from downtown and ended up at Lake Calhoun. A short walk brought us to the Bakken, where we were like kids in a candy store. Contained in a beautifully historic setting is a unique museum documenting the history of electricity. Exhibits incorporate everything from electric eels to defibrillators to Frankenstein and much in between.One of the highlights was the exploration room, where there were tables of wires, batteries, lights, horns, and other miscellaneous fun stuff to get your hands on. It's also well worth the trip for the experience of playing a theramin, an inventive musical instrument...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on November 24, 2006

Bakken Museum of Electricity and Life
3537 Zenith Avenue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota
(612) 926-3878

Sommerfest 2006 Best of IgoUgo

Attraction

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Ostensibly the reason I traveled to Minneapolis is Sommerfest, an annual music event that runs for 24 hours--All 24 hours. Starting about noon one day, you can find an eclectic array of almost every type of music known to mankind crammed into a non-stop, multi-venue extravaganza.Although the weather was hot and a bit humid, Minneapolis locals fed off the summer fever vibe and were out in full force with broad smiles on each passerbys face. The heat only made the Dear Head beer taste that much better, and honestly, where else can you find classical, jazz, gospel, Americana, indie, country and much more all for free?The highlight of Sommerfest was seeing a few bands i...Read More

Member Rating 5 out of 5 on November 24, 2006

Sommerfest 2006
Downtown Minneapolis
Minneapolis, Minnesota

Riverfront Walk Best of IgoUgo

Attraction

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As I arrived into Minneapolis a few hours before I could check in, I ditched my luggage and headed to check out the city. I started at the edge of the Mississippi River and meandered alongside for a while, enjoying the sights, the vibe, and the history of the town, much of which is tied to the River.Hugging the riverbank is the St. Anthony Falls Heritage Trail, which makes a perfect introduction to the city. Being on the edge of town, the trail was quiet, and on a weekday in the summer, often I was the only one around.Starting at the Hennepin Ave. bridge, meander Southeast and take in the perfect views of the mighty Mississippi. Back in the day, much of Minneapolis' commerce was driven by ...Read More

Member Rating 4 out of 5 on January 22, 2007

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