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During your Golden Valley vacation, don't miss these great establishments and attractions:
Cathedral of St. Paul
Built in 1915 on the highest point in the city, this cathedral is one of the largest in the country. A replica of St. Peter's in Rome, the building boasts a newly restored 175-foot-high copper dome, a massive rose window, and granite-and-travertine construction. Allow 30 minutes.
Mississippi River Visitor Center
Located inside the entrance to the Science Museum of Minnesota , the Mississippi River Visitor Center is operated by the National Park Service and designed to educate visitors about the Mississippi National River & Recreation Area. Park rangers can assist travelers with planning outdoor excursions, including canoe and riverboat trips, hiking, biking, and birding. If you're at all outdoorsy, it's worth a stop.
University of Minnesota
One of the Midwest's oldest (1851) and most important universities, with 50,000 students on the Twin Cities campus, the UMN offers three significant museums -- the James Ford Bell Museum of Natural History, the University Art Gallery, and the Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum . The 4,800-seat Northrop Auditorium has been a home for distinguished performances since 1929, and the University Theatre has four separate stages.
Marriott Minneapolis City Center
Climbing into the city skyline, this beautiful Minneapolis hotel takes sophistication and service to breathtaking new heights. Located in the heart of downtown, the Minneapolis Marriott City Center is connected to the city's business, entertainment and shopping districts through an enclosed skywalk system. Enjoy easy access to the Twin Cities' top attractions including Block E, the convention center, Metrodome, Target Center and the historic theatre district. City Center Mall occupies the ...
Doubletree Guest Suites' Minneapolis
When traveling to Minneapolis, Doubletree Guests Suites offer the ideal setting for both business and pleasure. We're conveniently located one block off Nicollet Mall in the heart of the downtown Minneapolis shopping and theater district. Within a few short blocks are the Orpheum, State and Gutherie Theaters, Target Center, and Walker Art Center and the Metrodome. Dozens of nightclubs and restaurants are within walking distance. World class entertainment and dining pleasures abound. ...
Courtyard by Marriott Minneapolis Downtown at The Depot
Please note guest rooms at the Courtyard Minneapolis Downtown at The Depot are under renovation through April 2007 as the hotel prepares for its conversion to a Renaissance brand property later in 2007. Work is taking place between 8am and 5pm Monday through Friday. * A century of history in every corner, The Depot in downtown Minneapolis was built as a railroad station over one hundred years ago and has been beautifully restored with custom decorated rooms and luxurious historic suites, ...
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