Top Rated Shopping in Minneapolis/St. Paul

Founded in 1968, Electric Fetus is one of the most well-known music stores in Minnesota with three locations in the state. A landmark in the city, the Minneapolis location is their expansive flagship store with expert staff guiding you through the huge record list. With over 50,000 titles and covering different genres, Electric Fetus specializes on indie music and promotes local musicians through their schedule of gigs and events. Check website for more.

Part of the mighty Ghermezian family estate, the Mall of America is infused with a carnival vibe. Standing strong ever since its inception in 1992, this mall is touted to be one of the country's largest, boasting a sleek, well laid-out architectural style. Complete with retail outlets, dining establishments and amusement and theme parks like the Nickelodeon Universe (one of the largest indoor theme parks in the country), this sprawling mall is home to an arsenal of entertainment-filled attractions, including 400 specialty stores, major department stores, Legoland, a flight simulation center, a movie theater, and the Sea Life Aquarium, among others. More than 50 dining options include national favorites like Ruby Tuesday and Benihana, along with more local chains like Masu Sushi & Robata.

Midtown Global Market is a diverse marketplace in the Powderhorn area. This market offers ethnic food from all over the world, including Sweden, Italy, Africa, Mexico and more. In addition to the food, there are also eat-in restaurants and unique gift shops that celebrate a myriad of vibrant cultures.

Wild Rumpus is a wonderland of imagination. This book store is bursting at the seams with books for children of all ages. With incredible artwork and secret doorways throughout the shop, there is plenty to entertain your children's imagination and search for adventure. The resident cats, chickens, birds and chinchillas are all an added bonus.

Heimie's Haberdashery is place for the men to go when they want to clean up real nice. This upscale shop offers men's clothing in addition to alteration services and a barber shop. The Haberdashery is a popular gathering place for wedding parties for the men to get their suits fitted just right and their hair groomed to perfection as the big day approaches.

Martinpatrick3 is the quintessential trendy store for all men. With designer clothes and products ranging from accessories, footwear to home decor, this is the perfect place to visit if you'd like to revamp your whole lifestyle into one of elegance and suaveness. Even the store itself is impressive - it is spacious and filled with sleek, wooden shelves of clothes and knickknacks.