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Minneapolis

A trip from August 08, 2006 to August 10, 2006, travelling to Minneapolis
A brief trip designed with exploring the arts in mind.
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Minneapolis
Day:
08/08/2006 to 08/10/2006
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Tue 08/08/06 (day 1) - Minneapolis

In 5 trips
Evelo's Bed and Breakfast
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Built in 1929 by architect William Kenyon, this charming bed and breakfast is one of the city's best-preserved …
Hotel
2301 Bryant Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55405
United States
+1 612 374 9656
Tue Aug 8 12:00am - Thu Aug 10 12:00am
Notes
Easy to get to by bus. Well located for seeing museums.
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Arts Cafe
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There are no starving artist works on the walls of this cafe. Step beyond the doors of this artsy cafe and the …
Restaurant
2400 3rd Ave South
Minneapolis, MN 55404-3506
United States
+1 612 870 3180
Tue Aug 8 11:00am - Tue Aug 8 1:00pm
Notes
Interesting soups, salads and sandwiches for lunch.
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Minneapolis Institute of Arts
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Affectionately known as the MIA, this museum is home to an exceptional gallery of Impressionist paintings and an exq …
Thing to Do
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
2400 Third Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN 55404
United States
+1 612 870 3131
Tue Aug 8 12:00pm - Tue Aug 8 6:00pm
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Auriga
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This bright, shiny restaurant is named for a constellation (between Perseus and Gemini), but the four chef/owners …
Restaurant
1930 Hennepin Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55403-3160
United States
+1 612 871 0777
Tue Aug 8 6:00pm - Tue Aug 8 8:00pm
Notes
Within walking distance of Evelo's. Pricey but worth it.
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Wed 08/09/06 (day 2) - Minneapolis

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Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
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Across from the Walker Art Center sits what many consider one of the boldest and most unique displays of art in the …
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Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
725 Vineland Place
Minneapolis, MN 55403
United States
+1 612 375 7622 / +1 612 375 7577
Wed Aug 9 6:00am - Wed Aug 9 12:00pm
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Great to go in the morning before you visit the Walker Arts Center.
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River City Trolley Tour
The trolley tour, available only during the summer, is a great way to get an overview of the city. Tour guides …More  
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Wed Aug 9 6:00am - Wed Aug 9 11:00pm
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Walker Art Center
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Founded in 1879, this is one of the country's finest contemporary art museums. At the center of Twin Cities' cultura …
Thing to Do
Walker Art Center
1750 Hennepin
Minneapolis, MN 55403
United States
+1 612 375 7600
Wed Aug 9 12:00pm - Wed Aug 9 6:00pm
Notes
Opens at 11 AM
Download tour onto iPod or bring well charged cell phone for info on select pieces.
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Lotus Restaurant
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Lotus is one of the most popular Vietnamese restaurants in the city. The American food here is also quite commendable …
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113 West Grant Street
Minneapolis, MN 55403-2339
United States
+1 612 870 1218
Wed Aug 9 6:00pm - Wed Aug 9 8:00pm
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Thu 08/10/06 (day 3) - Minneapolis

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Frederick R.Weisman Art Museum
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This museum's mostly 20th-century collection contains the world's largest assemblage of works by Marsden Hartley and …
Thing to Do
Frederick R.Weisman Art Museum
333 East River Road
Minneapolis, MN 55455
United States
+1 612 625 9494
Thu Aug 10 6:00am - Thu Aug 10 12:00pm
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Grandma's Saloon & Grill
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An offshoot of the famous Duluth Grandma's, this saloon is a definite must-stop for those looking for great food …
Restaurant
1810 Washington Ave S
Minneapolis, MN 55454-1041
United States
+1 612 340 0516
Thu Aug 10 11:00am - Thu Aug 10 1:00pm
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Guthrie Theater
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Sir Tyrone Guthrie's vision of creating a full time rotating repertory theater became a reality when it opened …
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725 Vineland Place
Minneapolis, MN 55403-1139
United States
+1 612 377 2224 / +1 877 447 8243
Notes
The Guthrie is now located downtown on 2nd St in a blue box of a building.
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IDS Crystal Court
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One of Minnesota's architectural landmarks, the IDS Center is a full block complex that includes a 57-story office …
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IDS Crystal Court
717 Nicollet Mall
Minneapolis, MN 55402-2004
United States
+1 612 376 8000
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510 Restaurant
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Tailor-made for special events, this restaurant serves well-prepared contemporary French and American cuisine …
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510 Groveland Ave
Minneapolis, MN 55403-3220
United States
+1 612 874 6440
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Light Rail
A great way to get to downtown from the airport (or to the Mall of America from downtown.) Just be sure you know …More  
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