"Nicollet Mall"... no, it's not an actual shopping mall... this fact that has confused many…read morevisitors to Minneapolis/St. Paul over the years... it is still a pretty cool pedestrian pleasant walkway. It is a walkway that is lined by bars, restaurants with sidewalk seating, art, small, independent shops, bountiful greenery, it's always been closed to motor vehicles and restricted to buses and taxis, which has always been a nice advantage, especially in a downtown district. It is not as impressive as it once was, pre-COVID, but still a nice place to visit! One complaint from everyone is that there are no public restrooms, so f you need to go, you need to stop in to like a store like Target, or stop in at one of the many coffee shops and eateries for lunch or coffee...well, possibly that's what the intention is that there are no public restrooms...Hmmm.... I recently visited on a Sunday, my first time after so many years, to visit the Jackalope Art Fair, a downtown Minneapolis Street Festival, which started on 7th street down through Nicollet Mall and had an enjoyable time! I was already prepared ahead of time, regarding the public restrooms and parking, so I had no problems! One stop when you are here that's definitely a must is to check out the Mary Tyler Moore statue on 7th! The actual place and the statue is posed like how she did her beret toss on her show. Pretty Cool!

I was looking for an "actual mall" an couldn't find it. I think it's the strip of stores with the…read morestatue of Mary Tyler Moore. I was walking around here at 9am and I personally only saw characters who noticed me. As a New Yawker, I am used to walking every where and instead I decided to use the skyway towards my hotel. It is warmer and perhaps safer.

This Target is accessible via the Skyway System and from the street. It's also two-levels…read more If you are staying at one of the hotels downtown, this two-story Target is a great resource to find all the things you (I) forgot to pack. There is a Starbucks inside the Target on the second floor.

A large two story retail store located in the Target plaza campus (near the Nicolet Mall) in…read moredowntown Minneapolis, this location serves as the Flagship Target. It has an urban footprint, with shopping cart escalators. As mentioned, it is connected to the rest of the Target campus (3 city blocks) via skyways, which is itself connected to the rest of the 2.5 mile Minneapolis skyway system. Groceries were on the bottom floor (along with a Starbucks), with the CVS branded pharmacy and OTC items on the top. There is checkout on both floors. It wasn't too crowded, but well staffed on a Thursday afternoon, and was able to buy some items that we needed for our trip.

Another sad almost deserted space with a few stores and offices here and there. It's too bad,…read morebecause the space is really nice. Water fountains, whimsical food court area with the fair theme and some bathrooms that are Suprisingly clean. The only time I really go through Gavidae is to cut through to the other skyways. I'll have to add this to the list of other places that used to be. Town Square, City Center, Block E. I think I read that they were going to give it a facelift. Really?

I don't work downtown, so I'm not a skyway rat. I invariably get lost every time I wander around…read morethe 2nd floor commercial maze that defines Minneapolis. So it always feels good when I stumble back to the familiar Gaviidae Common. I don't shop here often (but I do stop into Off 5th every now and again), but it's a peaceful oasis in the middle of the hubbub. If I need to get some work done, a cafe in this building does the trick. There's space, and there's no rush--along with plenty of free wifi. And I kind of like how the gilded architecture makes me feel special.

This is an interesting place. It is 1.6 million square foot, 51-story, office and retail building…read morelocated in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. It features a Marriott hotel, a restaurants, gyms, the Minnesota Law Center, a Chase bank and a 64 square block skyway system that connects to hotels, a 687 stall parking garage, The IDS Crystal Court, US Bank Building, Target Store, The Target Center, The Wells Fargo Building, The US Bank Plaza and The Hennepin County Government Center. FYI, the Skyway has set operating hours and does close. Parking here is simple. You can park in the connected commercial parking garage, or find a spot in one of the nearby commercial lots or metered street parking. The Center has security roving and is very clean and hip. I will admit that it does not have many retailers or restaurants though. You will find a GNC, Marshals, a UPS Store, Cardigan Donuts, the Salad Bar, City Market, Fogo de Chao, Naf Naf Grill and Starbucks. There is a lot of space available in the Center. This is not a very exciting or thrilling place and it does not have a lot going on. It is really clean and connects you to a lot of downtown attractions, without having to go outside much, which is valuable during the harsh Minnesota winters. I was staying at one of the connected hotels, so I found this spot convenient and pretty cool that I could stay inside and get to places. However, outside of staying there, the place does not have much value and if I was not at the connected hotel, I probably would not have visited.

In the heart of downtown Minneapolis lies the Minneapolis City Center. It is a collection of…read morerestaurants, shops and offices. While it is nothing special, it is an oasis in the middle of a bustling downtown. It's a nice place to stop and get a coffee or a bite to eat. We were lucky to find a security guard who was able to open the bathroom for us to use. My husband and I found it difficult to find what you are looking for, so I recommend using a directory.

Shoutout to my stylist Nick Marsh -- an absolute gem! Whether it's a daily outfit or a tailored…read moreCanali suit for a big occasion, Nick never misses. Weddings, interviews, you name it -- he's got me covered. Couldn't be more grateful!

Um...WHOA?! I've…read moreheard about this store from friends before, but thought it was just a fancy menswear store. Well boy, was I wrong. I stopped in a few days before Christmas, and I actually had a few things yet I wanted to get my grandpa, so this worked out great. At the entrance - and throughout the store - I found free hot coffee, tea, refreshments, cookies, and treats. Maybe it's just a holiday thing but I loved the hospitality. The space is HUGE - so much more than clothes! I had no idea. They have: - books and coffee table books - a whole room dedicated to perfume/cologne and scents - a whole area for cocktail-related gifts - home decor, tableware, and interior decor items - kitschy smaller giftables that were organized by theme (work/office, hosting, etc.) - menswear and womenswear - jewelry - candles - and so much more! I genuinely believe you can walk in here and be sure to find something for anyone on your gifting list. The service was incredible: lots of welcomes and greetings, and staff there to help you if you need it. Oh, they even have a room you can reserve while shopping?! FANCY!

THIS STORE IS NOW AN OUTLET…read more OMG you guys, I wandered in just to admire the rainbow backpack wall, bc I've somehow fallen under what hypnosis they are putting on so many of us. And sweet hipster Erik (I'm sure he spells his name with a K) told me about how about 50% of the store is now outlet. (not the backpacks. SIGH) So -- that fleece that used to be like oh hell no I could never spend $300 is now $120 which feels like an ok price. And the tshirts are probably still too $$, but maybe as a treat for myself someday? But the winter parkas at 40% off? Yes.

Clothes are whatever and the worker when I went in could careless that I was there. Didn't even…read morelook up when I talked to him. Only thing going for these guys is their current popularity of their backpacks. I'd just order online if I was to want anything from these guys.

This is a Minneapolis staple. I love everything about this store…read more The staff is outstanding, very knowledgeable and so helpful! I love the vibe and the fact that they have a little bit of everything in stock. It's a music lover's paradise and so much more. The prices are fantastic! Easy parking in a private lot right off the service drive. You have to see it for yourself, particularly if you are visiting the area. You won't be disappointed!

I used to work here back in 79... I traveled around various…read morestates selling paraphernalia to head shops... Some crazy times indeed! This is still such a wonderful place with a great selection of music and so many cool retail items at a great value. Expertly curated and displayed. Still, my most favorite record store I've ever been to anywhere! Moved to California 30+ years ago and every time I'm in town I gotta take a peek and do that whole nostalgia trip in my head-if only the walls could talk, OH MY! I love the creaking floors as you walk across the showroom remembering those sounds heard in the basement packing my own orders to ensure in stock items were shipped. The cast of characters that visited and cool musicians- one day Devo came popping through handing out 3-D buttons with those flower pot looking things on their heads and strange jumpsuits. "It's not too late To whip it Into shape Shape it up Get straight Go forward Move ahead" my daughter wore my old jacket from 1979 (in picture) . The nice staff were very friendly and enamored with the jacket and the manager took some pictures which gave my daughter a huge tickle. I think the cat's name is Bob Fuchs and he's been there since the late '80s and a good ambassador of the brand and so kind to indulge us. This is a must visit if you're ever in Minneapolis set aside some time it's worth every minute!

Excuse me? Every single other clothing boutique ever created? Listen up. You're gonna want to hear…read morethis. Because THIS is how you run a women's clothing boutique. Actually, I'm going to write it in bullet form, because I could write an entire "Boutique Making for Dummies" book about this place, but that's long and boring. You're probably already reading this on your phone or at work going "SPIT IT OUT, LADY!" So, I'm gonna spit. Parc Boutique is the epitome of what every single women's boutique/clothing retailer should be: - It stocks a large selection of on-trend, adorable seasonal outfits; and offers them at very reasonable prices. - It hires the friendliest, most helpful employees who aren't just smiley, but who can give you an honest opinion when you're trying to decide between items. - The space itself is clean, bright, and well-designed. Whoever their interior designer is, can you please come over to my house immediately? KTHX. - They always have NEW merch. I can't believe how quickly and frequently they get new stuff in. It's fantastic! - They have a functioning website (which lots of small boutiques can't really support). - They have GREAT social media support (like a beautiful, inspiring Instagram account...it's definitely inspired a few purchases from me!) - They host rad events and trunk shows and open houses all the time! - And they have a great loyalty/rewards program where you get money back after you spend a certain amount of money. I love shopping here because even when I spend more than I "should," I love that it goes back to supporting a local shop instead of a big corporation. Plus, I know there won't be 2,000 other girls in the Twin Cities rocking the SAME look. It's just a really happy place, that stocks a variety of sizes and trends and items (dresses/pants/blouses/scarves/jewelry/shoes/hats/name a thing)! Yeah. I'm just relieved it's in Nordeast and not my neighborhood or I would probably be living out of a tent that I made using their clothes...

I wish that a fashion portal would open when I open my closet each morning. It'd be like Narnia,…read morewithout the lion or the witch... just the wardrobe. I'd just pop in to some awesome store, play dress up and then come back through my wardrobe like the Pevensie children. Anyway, Parc Boutique would definitely be one of my fashion portal stops. I follow the owner Thao on Twitter and Pinterest because she has amazing taste, so I should've known how much I'd like this store. It had been a while since my first visit to Parc (when I was young and broke), so my visit last week felt like the maiden voyage. There's a balance of affordability and higher-fashion style here, which I appreciate because that is a balance I try to find on a daily basis. There's a great selection of dresses, tops, jewelry, denim and more---all priced and curated well. The bauble table was where I had the most trouble saying goodbye. I saw the most interesting geometric pendant priced at about $75 (as usual, my eye wanders to one of the most expensive things on the table). Though I couldn't bring myself to drop the cash, I was compelled to put it on my Christmas list eight months in advance.