Mall of America
Mall of America
4.5
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday
11:00 AM - 7:00 PM
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Don’t miss out on the Mall of America, which welcomes more than 40 million travelers annually from around the world. Shop at over 500 stores before refueling at any of the 50 restaurants. That’s not all; the kids will love the Nickelodeon Universe indoor theme park and SEA LIFE Aquarium. Wear good shoes as the mall is massive, with plenty of digital maps for ease of navigation. To get there, there are free shuttle buses from more than 50 hotels and the airport; the light rail will also take you directly to and from downtown Minneapolis. – Tripadvisor
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- Danielle PCoastal South Carolina, South Carolina204 contributionsTwo day shopping experienceThe Mall of America is huge and they've got every store that you can imagine!!! Location: 5 Parking: 5 Variety of selections: 5 Cleanliness: 5 Security: 5 We visited this national attraction last weekend while we were visiting the Minneapolis area. I would highly recommend that you give yourself plenty of time, because the mall has 4 floors and hundreds of different stores.Visited January 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten February 5, 2024
- JoeNathan9249Saint Paul, Minnesota6,057 contributionsEnormous array of clothing, shops, amusement park rides, food optionsEnormous range of things to see and do - amusement park rides for kids and teens including roller coaster, log ride, ferris wheel, etc More than 100 stores - predominantly clothing, jewelry and many, many food options. MACY's Nordstroms are major "anchor" tenants. Huge Lego store with opportunities to simply play with legos for hours People watching is great - some people come here just to walk.Visited February 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten February 8, 2024
- Sharon MFarmington Hills, Michigan30 contributionsUnderwhelming!A really big mall that's just any other mall but it has an amusement park attached. The amusement park is great with really big roller coaster rides in it but the mall itself is not impressive. Kind of underwhelming!Visited April 2023Traveled with friendsWritten March 16, 2024
- Heather JHuntsville, Alabama65 contributionsOne stop for Shopping AND EntertainmentI admit I was a little skeptical about this mall. I mean a mall is a mall, right…NOPE!! I was completely surprised at the amount of stores and things to do this place holds! From the Nickelodeon amusement park, axe throwing, go carts, mini golf, restaurants and not to mention actual shopping, this place was amazing! It was cold in Minnesota while we were there so this was the perfect place to spend the day!Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 19, 2024
- Sherwin MBrooklyn, New York157 contributionsNice MallThe mall is great. Definitely see how it’s built for children. There is a lot for children to do. A variety of food options. Definitely worth visiting if you’re in the area. I don’t travel to Minneapolis often but this is a good place to grab a bite.Visited April 2024Traveled soloWritten April 9, 2024
- Mark BSomerset, Pennsylvania57 contributionsA good mall overallWas very excited to see rides in a indoor mall, I'm in my early 60s still love the thrills. Shopping not bad some stores I grew up with and was still a great place to go to. This place is big have your good walking shoes on.I'm sure before covid there were more stores but can only imagine the cost of doing business here.Visited July 2023Traveled on businessWritten April 12, 2024
- Adrianna F73 contributionsPrepare to spend a whole day hereThis place was so much fun! I completed over 15,000 steps the day I went from riding the rides to shopping and eating it was an action packed day. I recommend the 4 bundle wrist band from the site. It gave us enough activities to keep us entertained all day. The park and mall was clean. Food court was delicious, had some amazing tacos and other snacks. I went on Friday and it was very empty. I walked on to all the rides with no wait. No long lines in the stores. The workers actually seemed pretty bored with how empty it was. I also went again in a Sunday and it was a little more packed but still not bad.Visited May 2024Traveled with friendsWritten May 5, 2024
- Lorna B.Bechtelsville, Pennsylvania884 contributionsfun place to visitWe stopped here during a road trip from our home in southeastern PA out to North Dakota; with no kids along with us, we decided to visit the aquarium (see separate review). Parking was a breeze and free. We spent an hour in the aquarium and another hour walking around to check out the massive size of this mall. We never found a food court but there are many snack shops and eating places scattered throughout (we enjoyed the pizza at DeLeo Bros Pizza). We checked out the “Minnesot-ah!” store for our requisite MN state mug. All in all, it was a fun stop on our road trip.Visited August 2023Traveled as a coupleWritten June 16, 2024
- thailanat52 contributionsMust do if you are aroundGreat shopping center, huge, with 520 shops (sometimes duplicates), amusement park and 50 restaurants. Do not miss the M&M's store on 3 floors and the Lego store with its huge creations. Well served by the local metro blue lineVisited June 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 26, 2024
- LoveUFLoveFLAGainesville, Florida1,265 contributionsFlew 3900miles to See ThisI absolutely Loved this trip. There are so many stores to choose from. The mall itself is very clean and feels safe. I saw multiple security staff on duty at all times of the day. The theme park area was so much fun. Lots of food options too.Visited July 2024Traveled with friendsWritten July 1, 2024
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Mike
Minneapolis, MN78 contributions
Jan 2020 • Family
I think this is the best mall in the world and one of the largest for sure.
It is like a small fun city by itself , you will find definitely something to do there , Awsome during very hot and very cold days.
Many restaurants and coffee shops and needs more.
Good for shopping and Awsome for kids and do rides.
You can buy annual pass for rides with 149 dollars
It is like a small fun city by itself , you will find definitely something to do there , Awsome during very hot and very cold days.
Many restaurants and coffee shops and needs more.
Good for shopping and Awsome for kids and do rides.
You can buy annual pass for rides with 149 dollars
Written January 19, 2020
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Elmom1
Elma, NY90 contributions
Feb 2020 • Family
Specifically came to Minnesota for this shopping experience. I bought the 9.99 coupon book offered at guest services at the mall and I would say it was worth it. It was very clean everywhere, a store for just about anything. I would say that maintenance could get on the ball with putting hooks or shelves in the bathroom stalls for packages/purses. I really dont like putting them on the floor...eww. Overall, there is plenty to do, especially the Nick amusement park for the kids...lots of food options...Fly over America was ok, but overpriced, even with the coupon, a toddler could find their way out of the mirror maze, I don’t recommend that, but the Sea Life Aquarium was actually pretty good for a mall attraction. Finding your way around was pretty easy.
Written February 4, 2020
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Dixie H
Saint Louis, MO134 contributions
Jul 2020 • Family
We visited today. Due to Covid-19 there were quite a few stores that were not open but there were still more stores than you could visit. The amusement park part was closed but there was 2 miniature golf courses open. There are so many restaurants that you didn’t have to wait long to eat.
Masks are required and 95% of people had them on. Stores posted the new occupancy limits and had employees monitoring and making sure masks were worn. Due to occupancy limits there were lines at popular stores. Many stores were also doing temperature checks. Even in lines people were friendly and practiced social distancing.
Two tips: if you want to do Rock of Ages glow in the dark golf, make a reservation. We didn’t and there was a 1.5 hour wait.
Wear sunscreen. Even though you are inside the mall has glass ceilings that act like a greenhouse. We got a sunburn even though we were inside all day.
Even with all the restrictions it is worth a visit.
Masks are required and 95% of people had them on. Stores posted the new occupancy limits and had employees monitoring and making sure masks were worn. Due to occupancy limits there were lines at popular stores. Many stores were also doing temperature checks. Even in lines people were friendly and practiced social distancing.
Two tips: if you want to do Rock of Ages glow in the dark golf, make a reservation. We didn’t and there was a 1.5 hour wait.
Wear sunscreen. Even though you are inside the mall has glass ceilings that act like a greenhouse. We got a sunburn even though we were inside all day.
Even with all the restrictions it is worth a visit.
Written July 18, 2020
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Ingeborg56
Oslo, Norway2,399 contributions
Oct 2022
I used to come here all the time when I lived in Minneapolis, and I came now back for the first time for more than 5 years and I fell that the stores were not as nice as before.
I went there first on a Friday late afternoon and evening, and my second visit was on a Monday afternoon/evening. It was a much better visit on a Monday afternoon/evening than on a Friday afternoon/evening, but there are so many other malls I will recommend than Mall of America these days.
I went there first on a Friday late afternoon and evening, and my second visit was on a Monday afternoon/evening. It was a much better visit on a Monday afternoon/evening than on a Friday afternoon/evening, but there are so many other malls I will recommend than Mall of America these days.
Written October 8, 2022
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TA R
Winona, MN42 contributions
Aug 2021
Had read that mobility scooters were available at each guest services desk at each of the main entrances. Drove 2 1/2 hrs, spent $$$ for hotel next to MOA, for fun day planned for my soon to start college kiddo & a friend. Visited Tues around 11:30 a.m. Went in south entrance & desk was closed for the day; called guest services and rep suggested I go to another entrance. Very frustrating as obviously I have trouble with mobility or I would not be wanting to rent a scooter. Moved my car to anther parking site adjacent to east entrance, called guest services to assure there would be a scooter available, and rep told me it would be fine (after putting me on hold to check) saying that "someone could get one from the basement" for me as there were none at the desk at the moment. I went in and there were two people working, they said they had no scooters there and told me I could go to the north or west entrance. At no time did anyone on the phone or in person offer to radio elsewhere for a scooter or to go get one for me; this mall is HUGE and it costs $40 to rent the scooter. If it were easy for me to hop from entrance to entrance, I would not be needed a scooter. Left completely disgusted and killed time elsewhere while my guests were in the mall. First and last time I will go to MOA.
Written August 10, 2021
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E Araceli A
Sturtevant, WI37 contributions
Apr 2021 • Family
I gave this mall a 4 star because I’d never been here and it was an experience. Many stores mainly food items/stores I was not aware were here and happy to visit like sugar factory and Carlo’s cake shop, as well as the attractions. If they weren’t so expensive for a family of 6 I’d have gone to all! Downside during Covid was that EVERY attraction had a long line to get into and most were “sold out” for the day or next two days. That was disappointing. We got in to Nickelodeon universe because we went at mall opening and got on a wait list. Got on at 11am and finally got in at 6pm. There were 206 ppl ahead of us. The aquarium was also sold out but we did go through the lines and found a ticket kiosk at entrance w tickets for later that evening though. The mall itself had a lot of repeat stores. (Different levels) but pricing was average. Also all floors and food court area were pretty filthy. Thankfully bathrooms were ok. Make sure you have reservations to dining and attractions at least 2 days before you come to this mall!!! Also they do close early at 7pm on weekdays. Some stores open later than 10am and close before 7pm. They did have lots of security but when a fight broke out at the mall exit after closing they were no where to be found. Took a while for them to come and by then the fight had moved to parking lots! Crazy and scary for my kids to see.
Written April 7, 2021
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jackiesuesmith1957
Blowing Rock, NC4 contributions
May 2019
I loved shopping and eating at the mall. I was able to get so many great gifts for my family.
There was an Italian restaurant on the first floor that was so good I at there twice during the days that I wandered through the mall. The ravioli appetizer was great! I had it both times I ate there and when I got home I even imitated when I got home. It is a fo o rite when my family comes to eat.The theme park would be wonderful for people with children.
There was an Italian restaurant on the first floor that was so good I at there twice during the days that I wandered through the mall. The ravioli appetizer was great! I had it both times I ate there and when I got home I even imitated when I got home. It is a fo o rite when my family comes to eat.The theme park would be wonderful for people with children.
Written January 7, 2020
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Zoey W
12 contributions
Jun 2022
Awesome place. The rides are worth the wristbands, just come early in the morning and stay the whole day with the unlimited wristband. Rides are good for toddlers, kids, teens AND adults. Plan spending more than 3 or 4 hours shopping and seeing everything. M&Ms store is very pricy, so just avoid that.
Don’t forget to stop at the Fair on four go-karting, Nickelodeon Universe, and Sea-life during your stay. You may need several days on your vacation to explore most of the mall. Great wolf lodge is conveniently nearby if you have kids. 5/5! Would recommend.
Don’t forget to stop at the Fair on four go-karting, Nickelodeon Universe, and Sea-life during your stay. You may need several days on your vacation to explore most of the mall. Great wolf lodge is conveniently nearby if you have kids. 5/5! Would recommend.
Written June 12, 2022
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amy a
Harrisburg, SD3 contributions
Jan 2020
Awesome time! We bought our all day ride wristbands at Costco for $50 for 2 bands. Lots of great rides for all ages. My older kids loved the Dutchmans rope course with the zipline. Only issue is in the off season the rides basically take turns on the hour. So you can show up at a ride just to find out it doesn't open for another half hour.
Written January 28, 2020
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William Kim
London, Canada414 contributions
Jun 2022 • Solo
Nope. I wasn't feeling the hype of the Mall of America at all. I do not understand why this mall is even considered an attraction. That's just like saying the CF Eaton Centre in Toronto should be an attraction when it obviously isn't, because it's just a mall.
This place is a huge tourist trap. Most things sold here are more expensive than usual (no surprise, of course). A lot of the stores you find here can also be found in your local mall, such as Nordstrom, Foot Locker, Abercrombie, etc. True, there's stores, restaurants and attractions at MOA you can't find elsewhere such as FlyOver America (an AMAZING ride), a Microsoft store, the Twin City Grill, Minnesota-themed stores (mainly souvenir shops) and Nickelodeon Universe, but I didn't see this a good enough reason for me to absolutely fall in love with this place. In the end, a mall is a mall to me, and the "wow" factor of visiting here faded rather quickly.
The good news is that there is free WiFi and parking is free here. Something you won't always find in a place like Mall of America. There are also plenty of food options, even though some might be overpriced, and the washrooms are quite clean, modern and frequently sanitized.
If this is your first time to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul, I'd say go ahead and visit this place, but only one time. There are many other great attractions the Twin Cities (and the state of Minnesota) offers such as the Guthrie Theatre, Stone Arch Bridge and nearby Minnehaha Falls that won't rip you off of your money as much as this place.
This place is a huge tourist trap. Most things sold here are more expensive than usual (no surprise, of course). A lot of the stores you find here can also be found in your local mall, such as Nordstrom, Foot Locker, Abercrombie, etc. True, there's stores, restaurants and attractions at MOA you can't find elsewhere such as FlyOver America (an AMAZING ride), a Microsoft store, the Twin City Grill, Minnesota-themed stores (mainly souvenir shops) and Nickelodeon Universe, but I didn't see this a good enough reason for me to absolutely fall in love with this place. In the end, a mall is a mall to me, and the "wow" factor of visiting here faded rather quickly.
The good news is that there is free WiFi and parking is free here. Something you won't always find in a place like Mall of America. There are also plenty of food options, even though some might be overpriced, and the washrooms are quite clean, modern and frequently sanitized.
If this is your first time to the Twin Cities of Minneapolis/St. Paul, I'd say go ahead and visit this place, but only one time. There are many other great attractions the Twin Cities (and the state of Minnesota) offers such as the Guthrie Theatre, Stone Arch Bridge and nearby Minnehaha Falls that won't rip you off of your money as much as this place.
Written July 15, 2022
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They have 25 rides including a merry go round, water log ride, roller coasters, rock climbing wall, etc.
Written January 20, 2025
The Radisson Blu Mall of America and also the JW Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America are directly connected to the Mall of America. There is also a hotel that is adjacent to the mall (on the same side as Radisson Blu) that is across the street from the mall but easily accessible by a covered walkway bridge.
Written January 20, 2025
Gretchen B
Saint Paul, Minnesota
what is the average miles if walking all 3 levels, end to end of the MOA?
Written October 21, 2023
I personally do not know. but if you inquired at the Mall Welcome Center or Concierge, they might be able to tell you.
If you do this, do it during the day and leave anything valuable at home. There are security issues inside the parking structures and even in the mall.
Written October 23, 2023
What time do we have to have our vehicle moved if no overnight parking?
Written August 25, 2023
In the past, I parked there until after bar and theater closing time. Often I would drive up to the upper level to watch planes land and take off at MSP. But for safety it may be best to stay in a well lit area and leave when the crowds leave.
Written August 27, 2023
Since Memorial Day is a big shopping day, I'd say yes, but perhaps not all of them.
Written May 28, 2023
Has anyone bought a 2022 or 2023 coupon book?If it has an index I’m wondering if you could post a picture. I will only be there for a day but I’m doing all the touristy stuff and wondering if it’s worth it to buy
Written January 22, 2023
I'm sorry I don't have the current book to photograph. Most of the coupons are buy one get one or 10 - 20% off. It's only $5. You would probably save at least that much if you are doing any restaurants or activities like the SeaQuarium or Fly Over America. Some of the nearby hotels will actually give you the book free for staying there.
Written January 23, 2023
How are the lines to do the amusement park or shop due to COVID? Is it really crowded?
Written July 19, 2021
Mall was definitely crowded when we visited but it was a Saturday evening
Written July 20, 2021
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