
MINEAPOLIS (WCCO) – If there’s anything you should see while visiting Minnesota, it’s definitely the Mall of America.
The mall, known to locals as “MOA,” is home to more than 520 stores and is visited by more than 40 million visitors each year. The building occupies 5.6 million square feet and is filled with hundreds of attractions.
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For many, this experience can be incredible – even for Minnesota.
So, we’ve narrowed down our top 10 favorite things to do in the Mall of America below:
1.) Shopping, of course!
In Mall of America you are guaranteed to find all your favorite stores in one place – you can even find them on multiple levels!
If you haven’t been to the MOA yet, be sure to take advantage of the touchscreen cards scattered throughout the mall. You can also view all your shopping options in the mall catalog here.
Keep in mind that stores are often sorted by price – meaning that retailers with higher-end goods are usually on the ground floor and less expensive goods are on the fourth.
2.) The Nickelodeon universe
At the heart of this giant shopping mall is the country’s largest indoor theme park!
Nickelodeon Universe has attractions that appeal to every age group. With 27 rides, a rope course, a zip line and a 56-foot anchor throw, this is sure to be a hit for the whole family.
To learn more about prices and bracelets for the whole day, click here.
3.) Overpass of America
Flyover America is a trip to virtual reality that allows guests to see the sights of the country from a bird’s eye view.
The flight simulation lasts about ten minutes and includes wind, fog and even scents!
To learn more, click here.
4.) Play mini golf
This activity is perfect for the whole family.
Located on the third level, Moose Mountain Adventure Golf is an 18-hole mini golf course. It is fully available and fully available. To learn more about pricing, click here.
5.) Dine in style
Whether you’re looking for a quick snack or a sumptuous meal, the Mall of America has plenty of restaurants that are sure to fit your family’s budget.
You can search for all food and beverage options in the mall catalog here.
6.) Enjoy something sweet
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It is said to be the cutest new attraction in the MOA.
Candytopia is an interactive experience that takes guests through more than a dozen rooms filled with an assortment of life-size candy designs.
Here guests can try nine candies, including chewing gum, chocolate treats and various nostalgic favorites.
Candytopia is on the second level of the mall.
To learn more, click here.
7.) Go under the sea
Discover the magic in the Mall of America’s Sea Life! The aquarium is home to ten thousand sea creatures including sharks, jellyfish, stingrays, turtles, seahorses and more!
To get all the details, click here.
8.) Find your way through the escape game
Are you ready for the challenge?
Here, in the game Escape, you and your team will work together to find clues, overcome obstacles and eventually complete their mission.
Guests can choose from five different adventures, including “Robbery”, “Jailbreak”, “Gold Rush” and more!
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9.) Be creative in Crayola
Here, at the Crayola Store, kids can take part in more than 20 hands-on activities, including developing their own coloring sheet, creating custom pencils and more!
You can also have a snack at Crayola Café.
For all details click here.
10.) Catch the movie!
After a long day on your feet, head to the CMX Market and watch the latest blockbuster.
CMX Cinema offers a variety of products, including handmade pizza, plates, fresh salads and more!
Also on hand is a professional mixologist to make your favorite cocktail.
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