Minneapolis, Minnesota

As in most cities, the worn down industrial areas sooner or later become the new hot spots after they've been established by the creative crew. Minneapolis is no exception. The Northeast Minneapolis Art District is home to a great number of artist studios, art galleries and performance spaces. Walk around this unique neighborhood distinguished by picturesque, family-run businesses, rail yards and industrial buildings, kitschy watering holes and a wide range of restaurants.

This place is so enormous it has its very own postcode. With over 500 stores, 70 restaurants, 14 movie screens, an 18 hole mini golf course and even an amusement park, the Mall of America is the U.S.'s fifth most-visited attraction. Here you'll find all kinds of stores. Some brands you might recognize are: American Apparel, Banana Republic, Barnes & Noble, The Body Shop, Bose, Burberry, Calvin Klein Performance, Disney Store, Foot Locker, Guess, Macy's, Michael Kors and H&M.

Uptown Minneapolis is a fashionable district and a popular shopping area. There are both big chains like H&M or Urban Outfitters and independent shops selling just about anything from designer clothes and accessories to books, body care products and homeware. If you feel hungry after so much shopping, you'll find many restaurants and cafes to choose from.

The downtown area of Minneapolis has the best of both worlds: the Nicollet Mall street with high-end boutiques and department stores, and the ‘Warehouse’ district which features designer homeware and art galleries.

At this shop they sell home-made unique gifts, all by local artists and crafters. You'll find jewelry, ceramics and homeware, clothes, stuffed toys and more.

At Mill City Farmers Market you'll find the freshest vegetables, fruit, flowers, cheeses and meats. Here you can go from stall to stall and appreciate all the local produce Minneapolis has to offer. Check the website to know the dates when the market will take place this month.

Chocolate, jellies, caramel apples, fudge... at Candyland they have whatever your sweet tooth desires. Don't leave this store empty-handed and don't miss their famous mix of sweet popcorn.