An affordable means to get to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) if you are staying…read moreat one of the hotels in Downtown Minneapolis. It costs only $2!

Many years it took to get light rail in the cities. I was always jealous of other metropolitan…read moreareas with their sleek commuter trains and platforms. Some were classic even though run down. Metro transit does a decent job trying to keep the areas clean, considering the amount of litter gathering in a day. The system is efficient on their timing and I appreciated the efforts to make the cars more secure and safe. The train rides were a nice experience until about 2020 when things started to change. That year walking back to a seat some young show-off tried to block my way as his friends laughed. All I could do was walk right past even letting our shoulders bump, yes we have to show no fear sometimes. Another time a passenger screamed at me for no apparent reason saying he didn't want me walking past him. I've seen cars with litter, people smoking and sleeping on folded down seats. Jump to 2022 and problems seem more cleared up with more transit police kicking people off and the system scrubbing urine stains off the floor. There used to be soft cloth seats which had to be replaced with cheap hard sitting plastic.

I love a train ride; I'm a sucka for nostalgic moments whether catching the train in for the game,…read moreairport, St. Paul, its so convenient.

The Northstar is the best way to commute into downtown Minneapolis. Sit back and relax on the train…read moreand forget about traffic. The station platform is large. The street entrance is on the corner of Target Field, pay your fare in the lobby and then take a short flight of stairs down to the platform and you are set for the train. The free wifi on the train is an extra help to make your conte better. Just look for the cars that are labeled.

If you're seeing a show or game at Target Field/Target Center, taking the Light Rail is a great…read moreidea. Any event at this stop will inevitably be packed at these two venues, so taking the mass transit and not having to park will help you attend with a little more ease (and you won't have to pay to park!) The Target Field train station lets out right near many of the entrance gates, and when you are arriving and leaving, there are several attendants helping to direct people to the correct lines (and checking tickets, so be sure to have it out and ready to show that you paid to get on the train!) They sometimes add extra trains to the rotation for big events, as they know more people will be taking the transit options. The Light Rail trains are clean and well maintained, and we never experienced any issues with breakdowns or getting stuck, etc. Definitely give them a try for your next event at Target Field/Target Center!

Nice light rail station at the end of the Metro transit line. The final stop in other words.read more

I like this stop. It's easy to hop on and off when going to the University of Minnesota or for…read moreother events/stores in the area. It is across from the U of M Transport and Safety Building. I the day time this stop is pretty quiet and lots of students here. Sometimes you will get a few rowdy people or persons but mostly stay to yourself and you'll be fine. Train times vary as the train is under construction in some areas.

There's not much to review about a light rail station, so here are my tips:…read more 1) if you have a campus zone pass, you have to scan it each time you use it. 2) plan your trip using their website. 3) fair changes depending on the time of day.

Empire Builder.from St Paul to Chi Train very late 3 hours…read moregetting to St Paul but getting to Chicago no major issues. Staff in St Paul very good and efficient Train clean and boarded fast We did have to stand for about half an hour before we boarded. If you really wanted a seat there. Asian salad from cafe was about $10 and tasty and lots to eat. Got 2 salads , 2 half bottles of red wine and a muffin for $40.

Easy online ticket purchase and Union Depot is such a cool place to wait…read more There's an exhibit of the Historic Stairs that you shouldn't miss.

Download the Metro Transit app. Really easy to set up the profile & buy tickets instantly…read more The metro is a straight shot to the downtown area. It is pretty cheap ($4.50 for 6 hours per person)! It is very punctual as well. It has two lines: blue & green! Two of the exits are perfect for customers staying at the Marriott at the Mall of America as they are terminals for the Minnesota/St. Paul International Airport.

Rode the T Metro Train in Minneapolis for the 1st time on Saturday June 11th, as a friend and I…read morewere in town for a baseball game at Target Field. We parked at Mall of America, found a kiosk very easy, bought a 6-hour pass for the Blue Line to Target Field, and waited for the train. Trains and markings were easy to see and, it was hard not to miss other Twins fans milling around in the area waiting like we were. Took the train about 35 minutes or so to make it in to town and drop us off at Target Field, but we didn't have to look for a place to park, and pay a high price for parking. So, we were both very happy. You couldn't beat the price for the 6-hour pass for seniors ($2.00) and we got a nice ride back to the Mall with our drop off about 100 yards from the car. How sweet is that? Now ... if only the Rays would have won!

Union Depot is a hub for transportation. Gateway to the Twin Cities where you can get on Amtrak,…read moreand several bus lines. The building itself is historic and beautiful well worth the visit just for the art and architectur. You can visit some truly unique business, grab hot snacks from the fun vending machines, or get a great meal at 1881 Eating House. Start you skywalk here and come back for cocktails.

This place is amazing. I've been here many times for events, to eat and to shop and I have never…read morebeen disappointed. You can even take the train lol. Please do yourself a favor and visit. I learned so much history and saw some cool art pieces.

This area has a nice mix of businesses: you can grab some falafel, pick up some liquor (I suggest a…read moremid-range single-malt Scottish whiskey) and browse a couple of record stores among other things. There's a co-op grocery store just a few blocks north and if you brought your bike and reusable shopping bag you can ride along on one of St Paul's rarest finds: decent bike lanes. It's also just about a 10 minute bike ride if you continue north to the St Anthony neighborhood's quaint tiny business district on Como Ave. I think at the station they mention walking there, but that's 30 minutes one way: at least 3x longer than most people are willing to walk from a station. If you're not biking, hop on the 87 bus which has a stop on Como and walk a few blocks northwest. And how could I forget that mysterious Khai Hoan Billiards joint (Vietnamese, I think) just a bit west of the station that has no info on it anywhere online, not even Yelp. One of these days...maybe.