In 1967, faded Nicollet Avenue, the city's principal shopping area, was converted into Nicollet Mall, one of the country's first pedestrian malls. The traffic-clogged street was replaced with a rolling, 30-foot wide roadway for buses and taxis only. Sidewalks were widened and turned into a shady, flower-filled boulevard. A clock presides over Peavey Plaza at 11th Street. This 12-block area is home to hundreds of shops, theaters, department stores, and restaurants.
Karmel Mall
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The Shops at West End is a market place, known for its exciting mix of shopping outlets, eateries and entertainment venues. The market has a number of boutiques of both, local as well as international; a variety of restaurants and bars and movie theaters. If that is not enough, the place also houses some of the best spas and salons, in town. The Shops at West End have something for everyone, making the place one of the best spots for shopping, in town.
One of Minnesota's architectural landmarks, the IDS Center is home to the Crystal Court, a sprawling space that hosts a number of local events. These are mostly non-profit events that cover everything from sports kick-offs to food festivals and everything in between.
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Retail shopping by category
- Appliances
- Arts and crafts
- Beauty supplies
- Beds and mattresses
- Bookstores
- Carpets and rugs
- Clothing accessories
- Clothing stores
- Department stores
- Drug stores
