No "Shopping List" of shopping areas in Minneapolis would be complete without The Mall of America located in the Minneapolis suburb of Bloomington, a city in its own right, just southwest of Minneapolis. This colossal shopping center under one roof holds typical American mall merchants as well as a plethora of unique shops. All four floors are anchored at the four corners by four major American retailers: NORDSTROM, MACY's, BLOOMINGDALE'S, and SEARS. Making it much more interesting than many malls, besides its grand size, is the scope of its family-based activities and amusement areas.

One amusement area is the famous Underwater Adventures, comprised of a wave pool, which replicates the ocean's waves allowing folks to bodysurf to their hearts' delight regardless of the weather.

The Mall Honoring Minneapolis' native son and one of America's favorite illustrators and authors, Charles Schulz, is Camp Snoopy. Occupying the core of the 4-floor mini-metropolis, "Camp Snoopy" is as fun-loving as that pup himself. Camp Snoopy is America's largest indoor amusement center covering 7 acres with rides galore.

Beyond the Mall of America:

Shopping in The Western Suburbs:

Edina Galleria
3510 W. 70th St.
Edina, MN 55435-4218
Phone: (952) 925-9534

Southdale Center
6601 France Ave So.
Edina, MN 55435-2451
Phone: (952) 925-7885

Four Seasons Mall
4152 Lancaster Lane No.
Plymouth MN
Phone: (763) 559-7049

Hopkins Antique Mall
1008 Mainstreet
Hopkins MN
Phone: (952) 931-9748

The lakeside Wayzata area includes The Wayzata Bay Shopping Center, located on Lake Street and Superior Blvd. in downtown. This mini-mall has 26 specialty shops and is conveniently located with ease of parking.