Minneapolis Institute of Art

It cannot be understated how incredible of a place this is. There is no general fee for admission at all. The art here is so expansive that it's unlikely you'll be able to cover the entire place in a few hours. I've been here several times and every time it feels like it's my 1st or 2nd time. You'll see artifacts that's are tens of thousands of years old, all the way up to modern day. You'll see the masters. You'll see armor. You'll see carvings of all types of mediums throughout history. You just need to go. There's a young kids zone and a place for nursing mothers, which has been really convenient recently with our new baby. There's also a place to get food and buy souvenirs should you desire. Take a date or have a date-night with your partner. Go by yourself. Go with your kids. Again, just go.

The Minnesota Institute of Art is truly a cornerstone of Minnesota’s cultural and artistic scene — easily one of the top art museums in the U.S.! Their Asian art section is especially impressive, with thoughtfully curated collections that showcase incredible depth and beauty. We always look forward to their rotating special exhibits, and this year’s Cambodian Art of the Divine was absolutely outstanding. The colossal sculpture of the Hindu god Vishnu, a Cambodian national treasure, was breathtaking to see up close. Every visit feels like a celebration of art, culture, and community — it’s wonderful to run into familiar faces and share the joy of discovery with fellow art lovers. MIA is truly a gem of Minnesota!

Beautiful place, easy to find street parking if you come on a weekday. On this trip the main entrance was closed but the side entrance was easily accessible. MIA definitely takes at least a few visits to fully admire/ explore. Gift shop was a bit pricey but really nice. Overall worth it 100x - I will be coming back.

I had just an amazing time at the MIA. All the exhibits were laid out well, with a unique surprise around every corner. I will definitely be going back. With free admission you just can't go wrong.