In the heart of downtown Minneapolis lies the Minneapolis City Center. It is a collection of restaurants, shops and offices. While it is nothing special, it is an oasis in the middle of a bustling downtown. It's a nice place to stop and get a coffee or a bite to eat. We were lucky to find a security guard who was able to open the bathroom for us to use. My husband and I found it difficult to find what you are looking for, so I recommend using a directory. read more

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This is an interesting place. It is 1.6 million square foot, 51-story, office and retail building located in the heart of downtown Minneapolis. It features a Marriott hotel, a restaurants, gyms, the Minnesota Law Center, a Chase bank and a 64 square block skyway system that connects to hotels, a 687 stall parking garage, The IDS Crystal Court, US Bank Building, Target Store, The Target Center, The Wells Fargo Building, The US Bank Plaza and The Hennepin County Government Center. FYI, the Skyway has set operating hours and does close. Parking here is simple. You can park in the connected commercial parking garage, or find a spot in one of the nearby commercial lots or metered street parking. The Center has security roving and is very clean and hip. I will admit that it does not have many retailers or restaurants though. You will find a GNC, Marshals, a UPS Store, Cardigan Donuts, the Salad Bar, City Market, Fogo de Chao, Naf Naf Grill and Starbucks. There is a lot of space available in the Center. This is not a very exciting or thrilling place and it does not have a lot going on. It is really clean and connects you to a lot of downtown attractions, without having to go outside much, which is valuable during the harsh Minnesota winters. I was staying at one of the connected hotels, so I found this spot convenient and pretty cool that I could stay inside and get to places. However, outside of staying there, the place does not have much value and if I was not at the connected hotel, I probably would not have visited. read more

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A ghost town. Nothing was open . Seems like a great tough the city has that every building connects through the sky but be safe you may be the only one in there. read more

The Minneapolis City Center is a two block urban mixed use development that includes a two-story mall, 52-story office tower, and Marriott. Built in 1983, it is the most connected building in Downtown Minneapolis. There are five skyways that bridge it to the rest of downtown. Speaking of bridges, it is a bridge connecting the entertainment district to the business district. For me, it was a bridge connecting Embassy Suites where we lounged for a week to the rest of downtown. The Minneapolis City Center was our first impression of downtown Minneapolis. From our first moments in the city during a downpour to our last day, we'd often cross the skyway into the City Center. On the lower level off 6th Street, I patronized Starbuck's a couple of times. I brought a Minnesota Twins cap in the anchor Marshall's. I tried Cardigan Donuts on the skyway level. There are two dimensions to the City Center Mall. They are 1. the street level and 2. the skyway level. To make this review easy to read, it will separate the City Center into two sections that will be the "street level perspective" and "skyway perspective." Street level perspective: The mall encompasses four city blocks that are Hennepin Avenue to the north, 6th Street to the east, Nicollet Mall to the south, and 7th Street to the west. Although it provides the Nicollet Mall with a major anchor store in Marshall's, it generally shuts itself from the street. In essence, like many malls it has an inward focus. Instead of an appealing presentation showcasing storefront windows and art that draw people inside, I feel that the sundry of concrete panels covering the exterior conceal the mall to people. After seeing it many times from the street level I believe that there is a need for a sign announcing that this is the City Center Mall. If it weren't for the signs in the skyway, I would have little clue that this is the City Center. Skyway Perspective: When I was staying in the Embassy Suites, City Center was the Gateway to the Minneapolis Skyway System which is really saying that it is was the Gateway to Downtown Minneapolis. It was a skyway port to many adventures in the second level sky that took me near US Bank Stadium, beyond Target Field, to IDS Center, and other places. As stated earlier, it is the most connected building in the skyway system with its five skyway bridges. From my first-hand experience I have reached the opinion where City Center is an example of the whole being better than the parts. Taken as a whole the City Center with the attached skyway system is awesome; by itself it is okay. Without any signing, it blends in with the contiguous skyway system. Within a few minutes I could be walking through the mall and be in another skyway mall with a Walgreens and Caribou Coffee. In the skyway level it is just a pearl on the necklace that is the skyway. If City Center Mall was an independent development. I would write that this mall has seen better days. Sports Authority and the food court have long left the building and the remaining businesses lack the excitement level worthy of paying to park. These businesses include GNC, Sack's Off Fifth Avenue, Marshall's, Cardigan Donuts, a fast food Chinese food restaurant, and Starbuck's. There is no "Wow!" factor. The atrium that brings in the sunlight and a presentation of Cardigan Donuts are in my opinion, the most exciting components of the mall. Final Words on City Center There could be four to five star potential in the future of the City Center. I read that the new owners intend to pour tons of money into a remodel that will include an open second floor patio overlooking the Nicollet Mall and new tenants. Despite what the future might bring to it, the past that I shared through my real life experience here bring three stars to my review. If it wasn't for being a Gateway to the Minneapolis Skyway System, I would have spent far less time here. read more

The Center is really coming back around. Fun new businesses and places to hang out with friends. They are currently home to Crew 52 the Minnesota Super Bowl Host Committee for all of the 10,000 Minnesotans helping and showing Mn Nice. They often hose local pop up shops as well as some fun magnet stores. This is one of the few retail heavy centers left in Minneapolis. They have fun art and decorations around the holidays. Next time you are there don't just walk through but stop and stay a while! read more

Minneapolis City Center - Shopping Centers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

decent mall, but nothing compared to mall of America, lol. Still average I'd say. Thanks for reading this review, I hope this helps with future decisions. Have a great day! read more

I'm grew up in the city center and have watched how it's changed over the last 25 years. Located in downtown Mpls, it takes up the block in the heart of dtwn between 2 of the most busiest streets: Hennepin and Nicollet Mall. It's also between 7th and 6th Street.. with the Mariott Hotel attached it on 7th street. There are two dining restaurants within the hotel and some quick lunch spots and a Starbucks. My favorite store is also located within the City Center: MARSHALL'S!!! #teamMarshalls They better not ever close that location down. It's a dtwn staple. lolbvvs There are a few other clothing stores within the mall... some trendy stores and a nail salon located on 2... going towards Hennepin Avenue. Restrooms are also on the skwyway levet, towards the nail shop.. not to mention there are skyways to be utilized to keep you connected to the city. It used to be one of the most charged buildings in dtwn Mpls when I was a teenager in the 90's and has totally changed over the years. Since Marshall's is still there, I still stop by occasionally. read more

Minneapolis City Center - Shopping Centers Near Me - Minneapolis, Minnesota

I used to love this place way back in the day during the holidays. There used to be lots of stores, a food court and lots of decorations at Christmas time. I think I even got my ears pierced on the lower level. Ahhh....memories. Sadly, much like Gavidae and all the other defunct shopping plazas, this space is an empty shell of what used to be. The only reason to frequent City Center now is to cut through, visit Marshall's or on occasion grab some food. I can't believe the Body Shop has been there as long as it has. Kind of sad to look around at all the empty wasted space. read more

My first time really in downtown. Pretty big place, skyways that are everywhere. Parking? Good luck. The signage could be better. It makes a difference in going to a part of City Center where it may be $5 for all day versus $17 for an hour. Just ridiculous. I love Minneapolis, can cope with the downtown construction, but the New York type of parking prices? Cmon! The venues on the inside are fine, yet if you are looking for a bathroom, good luck. You are better off using the bathroom at home or your office because you will have trouble finding one here. Altogether, an okay place. read more

I am not sure why its called city center. I think it should be renamed, City Mix. Its mix, homeless people walking around killing time. Target people getting coffee, IT guys getting sandwiches, mothers with double decked strollers shopping and other downtown folk walking around. Overall, I am a fan, mostly of the busy downtown vibe you get when you walk through the sky way. The first floor has a gem of a Starbucks, nice space, leather chairs and nice baristas. There is Office Depot right next to it, in case you ran out of staples. The ground level has Marshalls, which is nice, but I do not recommend that you go during lunch hours, its a big mess. I usually try to sneak in around 10, just right after they open. Skyway level has a lot. Brooks brothers, Leann Chin, Baja de Sol, The Greek Cafe (Gyros!!), Len, UPS store, security guy on a seagway, basically anything you need. read more

Remember when this place had that really weird food court on the top level? It was also laid out weird to me, and kinda dirty up there, but sometimes when I'm in here I sorta miss it. I wish that better things could have been done here. I mean, for having the name the "City Center" It could have been more user friendly, or more entertaining, or just more! read more

A complete joke weekend parking is clearly stated $6 on there website on the weekend but got charged $15. Parked at 130pm Saturday and left at 345. That's it I'm done dining at fog da Chão even though I got $50 off. City center parking ramp is complete bs! read more

I remember one time when City Center was the place to be in Minneapolis and was a great time. Now a former shadow of itself, the only good things in this building are Marshall Fields and the Body Shop...unless you could the super greasy food court. read more

Do other Starbucks refuse to let you use the bathroom until YOU BUY SOMETHING?! I was a frequent customer until I asked for the bathroom code one day before making a purchase. The store manager told me - in front of a line of over 20 people - I had to BUY SOMETHING FIRST. Talk about embarassing! I realize there's a homeless problem and they don't want people sleeping or grooming in the bathroom. I am a middle-aged professional woman on my way to work in the morning. I came back later that day and spoke to the manager. I asked them to change their policy. Don't think they have. read more