Minneapolis/St Paul, Minnesota
Minneapolis is a very accessible city. Midwest flies into the Humphrey Terminal where you can hop aboard the city’s shining new light rail system and be on your way around town. The city is touted as the 4th best shopping destination in the country. Light rail takes you to the massive Mall of America or the downtown Nicollet Mall, a 12-block pedestrian-only thoroughfare with top-notch shopping options. Want to take in a game? Light rail takes you to the Metrodome as well. The arts are a big part of this city – galleries, museums, fairs, music festivals and theatre. Minneapolis even has an outdoor Sculpture Garden with more than 40 bigger-than-life works of art, including the famous Spoonbridge & Cherry.
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City
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Minneapolis/St Paul, MN
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Airport Code
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MSP
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Airport Name
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Minneapolis St Paul Intl Arpt
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Gates
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H-6
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Counter
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Humphrey Terminal
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Counter Hours
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Mon-Fri:
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4:15am-6:30pm
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Sat:
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4:15am-2:30pm
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Sun:
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7:30am-6:30pm
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Online Check-in
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Yes
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Kiosk Check-in
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No
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Curbside Check-in
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No
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Checking Bags
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90 Minutes
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Not Checking Bags
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60 Minutes
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| *Minimum check-in time at the ticket counter or a kiosk is 30 minutes prior to scheduled departure. |
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Restaurants:
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You’ll find the choices of cuisine and restaurants to be expansive. Outdoor cafes are particularly popular warm weather spots. Check rewardsnetwork.com/Midwest for descriptions and price ranges for dozens of restaurants that offer Midwest Miles rewards for dining.
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The Arts:
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The Guthrie Theater, Great American History Theatre and the Penumbra Theatre Company in neighboring St. Paul (the premier African-American theatre in the U.S.), take center stage in Minneapolis arts circles. The city offers more than a dozen theatres plus symphonies and an opera company. The Walker Art Center and the Weisman Art Museum – itself a work of art in its striking stainless steel building, are just two of the many cultural museums in the city.
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Local Culture:
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The Metrodome is home to the NFL Vikings, while the NBA Timberwolves and WNBA Lynx play at the Target Center. Water sports abound in the greater Minneapolis area, with 22 lakes located within the city limits offering the best urban fishing in the country. Lake Calhoun is one of the most popular of the city’s lake parks. Golfers can choose from over 170 area courses.
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Entertainment:
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The Uptown neighborhood is where you’ll find hip energy, offbeat shopping and a hot nightlife filled with alternative musical venues. The Warehouse District is another trendy area. Historic in nature, it features arts, cafes and a lively nighttime entertainment. The Minnesota State Fair is a must-do in late August.
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