What to Do on a Layover in Minneapolis, Minnesota
When you have a layover in Minneapolis, consider yourself lucky! Sure, it can sometimes feel like a drag when you have extra time between flights; however, there’s a lot to do in Minneapolis that you can fit into a short amount of time. With these suggestions, you’ll be able to make the most of your layover and be back through security before your plane boards.
If you have five hours…
Beat the airport blues and get outdoors. If you have a five-hour layover in Minneapolis, consider visiting the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. It’s close to the airport and accessible by taking the Metro Transit. The refuge is along the Minnesota River, and it was formed to provide habitat for the migratory waterfowl, fish, and other species threatened by commercial and industrial development. The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service set aside more than 14,000 acres of land for wildlife and wildlife-dependent recreation. At no cost, you can learn about the multiple habitats within the refuge at its two visitor centers, and witness nature by bird-watching, biking, hiking, fishing, snowshoeing, and cross-country skiing.
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