Twin Cities, Minneapolis, Minnesota

The Twin Cities, comprising Minneapolis, Minnesota, the state capital, St. Paul, and neighboring Minneapolis, is an incredibly rich and diverse area with dramatic skylines, exciting pro sports, award-winning theater, renowned restaurants, and a booming craft beer scene. Revel in the natural beauty of dozens of trails, parks, and waterways, such as the Chain of Lakes and the Mississippi River. You can also shop 'til you drop at local boutiques and the nation's largest mall, Mall of America, with no tax on clothing or shoes. Or attend one of the hundreds of annual events in the region, from small-town celebrations to one of the largest state fairs in the country. There's a literal Minneapolis Food Tour you can indulge in that consists of 45 must-visit Minneapolis restaurants. But if you're looking to explore the quieter side of things, you'll absolutely have to visit Minnesota's Dark Sky Parks where you can find some of the darkest skies i...