French Meadow Cafe & Bluestem Bar

Are you excited to explore the mesmerizing world of art? Visit the Minneapolis Institute of Arts and witness the magic. You'll have access to an incredible variety of art forms, including Asian arts, contemporary art, decorative arts, sculptures, paintings, and more. The Institute's goal is to inspire and amaze people through the power of art. They hold their collection in public trust, ensuring their artworks are preserved, documented, and exhibited to maintain core standards. This guarantees that future generations will have the opportunity to witness the beauty and wonder of these timeless masterpieces.

Up-Down Minneapolis is an arcade bar that offers over 50 classic games, pinball machines, four skeeball alleys, Nintendo 64 console gaming, life-size Jenga, and Connect Four. The best part is that all games cost just 25 cents. But wait, there's more! They also have an extensive craft beer selection with over 60 beers on tap and serve house-made pizza by the slice with unique toppings. They aim to create an environment where people who grew up in the 80s and 90s can relive their childhood memories while enjoying arcade games and the best modern craft beers. So come to Up-Down Minneapolis and experience the perfect combination of nostalgia, fun, and great beer.

Upstairs Circus is a unique concept combining a DIY workshop and a bar. It is a place where people can come together to craft leather, work with wood, create jewelry, and explore their artistic and design skills, all while enjoying delicious drinks and socializing with friends. Upstairs Circus is a nod to the brain, where creativity often flourishes, particularly in the right hemisphere. So, join Upstairs Circus and unleash your inner performer by having a great time making, building, inventing, and designing. You can sip on creative cocktails and smile until your cheeks hurt. They invite you to join, create, drink, and be merry.

Welcome aboard the Minneapolis Queen, a steamboat accommodating up to 125 passengers. It offers public and private cruises on the Mississippi River and provides breathtaking views of downtown Minneapolis. Paradise Charter Cruises and Minneapolis Queen offer sightseeing boat cruises and private charters on Lake Minnetonka and the Mississippi River. You can choose from events such as wedding boat cruises, corporate events, birthday parties, and more. You can also take a narrated sightseeing cruise along the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway and Heritage Trail, passing under the stunning 35W Bridge.