Top 10 Things to Do This Summer

by Citysearch_Staff - 0 Reviews - 2,629 Lists

Updated: May 06, 2007

School?s out and the days are long, now its time for some summer fun. Get outside, don some shades and sunblock, and check out the Top 10 Twin Cities summer-time hot spots.

On this page:The Top 10, More Twin Cities Summer Favorites.

The Top 10

  1. 1 Lake Calhoun
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    3000 Calhoun Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55408 (map)

    Swimmers take advantage of this popular downtown Lakes chain while joggers and bikers use the three-mile trails around it.

  2. 2 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Farmer's Market Produce
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    312 E Lyndale Ave N, Minneapolis, MN 55405 (map)

    Arrive early on the weekend for the best selection of regional meats, produce, crafts, baked goods and more.

  3. 3 Loring Community Ctr
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    1382 Willow St, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)

    Summer music and movies can be enjoyed under the stars at this park every Monday night.

  4. 4 Orchestra Hall
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    1111 Nicollet Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)

    Cool off by watching summer concerts at this venue.

  5. 5 3.5 Star Rating: Average Loring Pasta Bar
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    327 14th Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)

    Urbanites sip wine and twirl pasta while sitting under the stars at this Italian eatery's sidewalk patio.

  6. 6 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Stone Arch Bridge and St. Anthony Falls
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    Sixth Ave SE and Main St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)

    This historic city site makes for a great skyline-viewing during the summer months.

  7. 7 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Pumphouse Creamery
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    4754 Chicago Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407 (map)

    This unsuspecting Southside Minneapolis parlor serves handcrafted Minnesota-fresh organic ice cream until 11pm seven days a week.

  8. 8 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
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    Vineland Pl and Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)

    The site of the famous ?Cherry Spoon,? this Walker Art Center garden is a summertime must-see.

  9. 9 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Chain of Lakes
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    W Calhoun Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55409 (map)

    The Minneapolis Chain of Lakes provides plenty of places to bike, jog, picnic or people watch under the sun.

  10. 10 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Lake Harriet Rose Garden
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    4125 E Lake Harriet Pkwy, Minneapolis, MN 55409 (map)

    Visitors and locals love exploring the large blooms June through September.

More Twin Cities Summer Favorites

  1. 11 3.5 Star Rating: Average Harvey's Bar & Grill
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    106 N Third St, Minneapolis, MN 55401 (map)

    Darn good casual fare and an atmosphere that welcomes both diners and bar hoppers.

  2. 12 3.5 Star Rating: Average Sunsets - Woodbury
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    700 Commons Dr, Woodbury, MN 55125 (map)

  3. 13 4 Star Rating: Recommended Luna Rossa
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    402 S Main St, Stillwater, MN 55082 (map)

    Celebrate summer by dining at this outdoor steakhouse with Italian specialties.

  4. 14 4 Star Rating: Recommended W.A. Frost & Company
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    374 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102 (map)

    Romantic restaurant is ideal for outdoor dining on a warm sumer night.

  5. 15 3.5 Star Rating: Average Park Tavern
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    3401 Louisiana Ave, St Louis Park, MN 55426 (map)

    Billiards, bowling and food create a fun-filled atmosphere for any summer gathering at this sports bar.

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