An affordable means to get to Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) if you are staying…read moreat one of the hotels in Downtown Minneapolis. It costs only $2!

Many years it took to get light rail in the cities. I was always jealous of other metropolitan…read moreareas with their sleek commuter trains and platforms. Some were classic even though run down. Metro transit does a decent job trying to keep the areas clean, considering the amount of litter gathering in a day. The system is efficient on their timing and I appreciated the efforts to make the cars more secure and safe. The train rides were a nice experience until about 2020 when things started to change. That year walking back to a seat some young show-off tried to block my way as his friends laughed. All I could do was walk right past even letting our shoulders bump, yes we have to show no fear sometimes. Another time a passenger screamed at me for no apparent reason saying he didn't want me walking past him. I've seen cars with litter, people smoking and sleeping on folded down seats. Jump to 2022 and problems seem more cleared up with more transit police kicking people off and the system scrubbing urine stains off the floor. There used to be soft cloth seats which had to be replaced with cheap hard sitting plastic.

I love a train ride; I'm a sucka for nostalgic moments whether catching the train in for the game,…read moreairport, St. Paul, its so convenient.

The Northstar is the best way to commute into downtown Minneapolis. Sit back and relax on the train…read moreand forget about traffic. The station platform is large. The street entrance is on the corner of Target Field, pay your fare in the lobby and then take a short flight of stairs down to the platform and you are set for the train. The free wifi on the train is an extra help to make your conte better. Just look for the cars that are labeled.

If you're seeing a show or game at Target Field/Target Center, taking the Light Rail is a great…read moreidea. Any event at this stop will inevitably be packed at these two venues, so taking the mass transit and not having to park will help you attend with a little more ease (and you won't have to pay to park!) The Target Field train station lets out right near many of the entrance gates, and when you are arriving and leaving, there are several attendants helping to direct people to the correct lines (and checking tickets, so be sure to have it out and ready to show that you paid to get on the train!) They sometimes add extra trains to the rotation for big events, as they know more people will be taking the transit options. The Light Rail trains are clean and well maintained, and we never experienced any issues with breakdowns or getting stuck, etc. Definitely give them a try for your next event at Target Field/Target Center!

Nice light rail station at the end of the Metro transit line. The final stop in other words.read more

I like this stop. It's easy to hop on and off when going to the University of Minnesota or for…read moreother events/stores in the area. It is across from the U of M Transport and Safety Building. I the day time this stop is pretty quiet and lots of students here. Sometimes you will get a few rowdy people or persons but mostly stay to yourself and you'll be fine. Train times vary as the train is under construction in some areas.

There's not much to review about a light rail station, so here are my tips:…read more 1) if you have a campus zone pass, you have to scan it each time you use it. 2) plan your trip using their website. 3) fair changes depending on the time of day.

Easy online ticket purchase and Union Depot is such a cool place to wait…read more There's an exhibit of the Historic Stairs that you shouldn't miss.

The trains don't run on time apparently. Some friends and i booked a train to chicago from…read moreminneapolis to go see one of our favorite bands. There was a 4 hour departure delay that pushed our arrival too late, so we had to cancel and drive instead. thankfully we got a full refund, but totally let down after looking forward to it for so long. TOTAL BUMMER.

Download the Metro Transit app. Really easy to set up the profile & buy tickets instantly…read more The metro is a straight shot to the downtown area. It is pretty cheap ($4.50 for 6 hours per person)! It is very punctual as well. It has two lines: blue & green! Two of the exits are perfect for customers staying at the Marriott at the Mall of America as they are terminals for the Minnesota/St. Paul International Airport.

Rode the T Metro Train in Minneapolis for the 1st time on Saturday June 11th, as a friend and I…read morewere in town for a baseball game at Target Field. We parked at Mall of America, found a kiosk very easy, bought a 6-hour pass for the Blue Line to Target Field, and waited for the train. Trains and markings were easy to see and, it was hard not to miss other Twins fans milling around in the area waiting like we were. Took the train about 35 minutes or so to make it in to town and drop us off at Target Field, but we didn't have to look for a place to park, and pay a high price for parking. So, we were both very happy. You couldn't beat the price for the 6-hour pass for seniors ($2.00) and we got a nice ride back to the Mall with our drop off about 100 yards from the car. How sweet is that? Now ... if only the Rays would have won!

Although I've been inside this beautiful edifice many times, I've only just used it as an actual…read moretrain station for the first time. Such a grand building looks like it could do with a lot more passenger train traffic than it actually gets. But I love coming here, no matter what the reason! There are two busy multi-state Amtrak lines that pass through here. It is also served by local bus routes (Metro Transit, etc.) and national ones like Megabus and Greyhound. The bus platforms are close to the train platforms and are easy to negotiate, and the light rail station is out on 4th Street directly in front. There is a pickup-dropoff area on Kellogg, one floor down from the main hall, where it's easy to get taxis and rideshares, and there is a Hertz rental car place down there as well. There are some shops and a restaurant! Check out my review of 1881 Eating House on their separate Yelp page, but there is a bike shop, a book shop, a toy train shop, and a travel store to check out. And there are often very lively events going on, especially during the holidays. Even if you just show up to stroll through the building I think you will enjoy your visit. It's such a beautiful building that I'm proud of how well it represents Saint Paul to travelers.

Went to the Union Depot for the Boonion Depot Halloween event. Free event! 10am-2pm…read more Activities: *Inside: trick or treating, coloring, drawing, face painting, balloon making, exploring the stores in the depot, DJ dance party/games, game area: connect 4, jenga, chess, checkers, pictures with princesses, spider man and other characters. *Outside: riding a small train, looking at construction equipment, playground across the street Concessions available- coffee, chips, pastries, hot dogs, drinks and more- plus they are affordable! Parking: $ ramps available, paid metered street parking Stores: book store, train store, 1881 restaurant is inside the Union Depot. It's so cute and a cool vibe!

This area has a nice mix of businesses: you can grab some falafel, pick up some liquor (I suggest a…read moremid-range single-malt Scottish whiskey) and browse a couple of record stores among other things. There's a co-op grocery store just a few blocks north and if you brought your bike and reusable shopping bag you can ride along on one of St Paul's rarest finds: decent bike lanes. It's also just about a 10 minute bike ride if you continue north to the St Anthony neighborhood's quaint tiny business district on Como Ave. I think at the station they mention walking there, but that's 30 minutes one way: at least 3x longer than most people are willing to walk from a station. If you're not biking, hop on the 87 bus which has a stop on Como and walk a few blocks northwest. And how could I forget that mysterious Khai Hoan Billiards joint (Vietnamese, I think) just a bit west of the station that has no info on it anywhere online, not even Yelp. One of these days...maybe.