Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport is not part of any city but is nestled among several. The airport is surrounded by Minneapolis, St. Paul and the suburban cities of Bloomington, Eagan, Mendota Heights and Richfield. Due to this central location, you aren't far from anywhere in the metro community when you land at MSP.

In 2004, a new light rail system was installed and connects the airport to the Mall of America as well as to downtown Minneapolis and several other locations. Bus, taxi and SuperShuttle are also available for ground transportation.

Speaking of Minneapolis, check out the sites in one of America's premier cities while you're here. Take in a play at the famous Guthrie Theatre, State Theatre, Orpheum Theatre or Children's Theatre. See fine art at the Minneapolis Institute of Arts or the Walker Art Center. Check out the great shops and restaurants along Hennepin Avenue. Or cheer the feats of the Minnesota Timberwolves, Lynx, Twins or Vikings.

Don't stop there. Minnesota's capital city, St. Paul, offers its own treasures for residents and visitors alike. Take the family to Como Zoo, the Minnesota Children's Museum or the Science Museum of Minnesota. See the Minnesota Wild take to the ice. Cruise the Mississippi on a paddleboat. Meander through the Minnesota Museum of American Art. Or experience live performances at the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts or any of the city's other renowned theaters.

For more information, visit the ExploreMinnesota tourism travel information Web site, the Greater Minneapolis Convention and Visitors Association Web site, the St. Paul Convention and Visitors Bureau, or the Bloomington Convention and Visitors Bureau.

For information about tourism and attractions in the Northern Metro Area (Anoka, Blaine, Brooklyn Center, Brooklyn Park, Coon Rapids, Fridley, Maple Grove, Mounds View, and Shoreview) pleases visit the Visit Minneapolis North Web site.