2025-12-15 09:01:29
DISCOVER SHOPPING GEMS
From the world-famous brands and eclectic offerings of Mall of America® to small town streets full of independent shops and boutiques, Minnesota’s shopping scene shines.
The country’s largest mall is much more than a shopping complex – it’s a multifaceted destination filled with major attractions, dozens of dining options and more than 500 stores. Head to the Minneapolis suburb of Bloomington to experience the star power of Mall of America®.
A WORLD OF SHOPPING OPTIONS
With zero tax on clothes and shoes and more than 500 stores, Mall of America® (MOA®) is a magnet for shopping. You’ll find global retailers like Zara, H&M, Nordstrom and Macy’s along with local specialty stores. Nowhere else in the country does a 24,000-squarefoot M&M’s flagship share a roof with Northwoods Candy Company, a sweet local candy shop from Grand Rapids. Whatever you’re in the market for – luxury skincare, custom jewelry, athleisure and more – MOA answers the call.
The iconic LEGO Store greets you with a 34-foot-tall robot made from 2.8 million LEGO bricks. Lululemon’s flagship store has a full cafe serving green apple matcha lemonade. The California-based Gorjana is beloved for its trendy, delicate jewelry and D.I.Y. bead bar. Third Degree Heat has rare, collectible kicks and limited-edition streetwear. Meanwhile, Boot Barn is a western wear emporium stocked with cowboy boots and pearl-snap shirts.
It’s easy to shop the world. Alpaca Connection Imports sources wool products from Peruvian artisans. Ebisu, a Japanese imports store, is packed with anime figures, capsule machines, kawaii stationery, and snacks you won’t find elsewhere in the Midwest. Arabian Oud, one of the biggest fragrance brands in the Middle East, is opening up a shop.
ATTRACTIONS & ENTERTAINMENT
MOA also features 40 restaurants and dozens of fun attractions. Check out the indoor theme park Nickelodeon Universe, see thousands of aquatic creatures at Minnesota’s largest aquarium, or indulge the kids’ creativity at the Crayola Experience. There’s also a 13-screen movie theater, a simulator ride that “soars” over national landmarks, mini-golf and a whole lot more.
Shop like a local and discover eclectic shopping scenes all around Minnesota.
THE TWIN CITIES
In Minneapolis, the North Loop blends old warehouse bones with sleek storefronts selling designer finds and high-end artisan pieces. Uptown gives off hipster vibes with its vintage tees, funky gifts, and street art. Along the Minnehaha Mile, dig through record bins, thumb through old cookbooks, and find treasures like retro velvet armchairs. In St. Paul, Grand Avenue is dotted with bookstores, boutiques and family-owned gems.
BEYOND THE METRO AREA
Shop Rochester’s vibrant downtown and Historic Third Street, brimming with independent shops selling antiques, vinyl records, artisan goods and more. In Park Rapids, discover one of Minnesota’s most charming main streets, offering art galleries, home decor shops and other local specialty stores. In Duluth, Canal Park is home to shops full of Northwoods charm, artsy finds and sweet surprises.
THE SUBURBS
Along Lake Minnetonka in Excelsior, cozy boutiques spill onto sidewalks, mixing nautical style with small-town warmth. Stillwater’s historic downtown is an antique lover’s dream, with winding multi-story shops and rare treasures around every corner.
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