As a city brimming with activity and charm, Minneapolis is one of the biggest little cities. Being located on the banks of the Mississippi river, Minneapolis is rich in water and also an important business center between Chicago and Seattle.

Nicknamed rightly as "The City of Lakes", Minneapolis draws a large number of tourists, especially from the creative sector, since the city is famed for its visual arts and culture. Some of the cultural attractions of the city include, Minneapolis Sculpture Graden, Theatre de la Jeune Lune, Frederick R. Weisman Art Museum and the Children's Theater Company.

Besides being known for its rich cultural heritage, Minneapolis is also home to numerous other attractions like, Falls of St. Anthony, Minnehaha Park and Falls, Basilica of St. Mary, Bell Museum of Natural History, Minneapolis Planetarium and several others. Another major hot spot for tourists are the crossover parkways that run along the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway.

Minneapolis is home to several diverse festivals and celebrations of food and art. Some of the popularly celebrated events of the city include, Minnesota State Fair, 10,000 Lakes Festival, Holidazzle Parade, Minnesota Renaissance Festival, Nordic Roots Festival and the St. Paul Winter Carnival.

In line with all these attractions and celebrations, one major reason that makes Minneapolis a much sought after destination, are the downtown hotels of the city like, Marriott City Center or the Embassy Suites Minneapolis. For easy accommodations into one of these hotels and hotel delas and discounts, Downtownhotels.org is the best online resource.