Minneapolis’ best things to do, see, and eat before heading to a Vikings game

Photo by Stephen Maturen/Getty Images | Getty Images More than a decade since it opened, U.S. Bank Stadium is still one of the crown jewels of NFL stadiums. With its distinct profile and raucous crowds, a trip to the Twin Cities to take in a football game is one that you and your family will definitely remember. The fact that the Minnesota Vikings are pretty good helps, too. But if you’re coming to the Minneapolis/St. Paul area for more than just a football game, you’re going to need to find some other things to fill your time with while you’re in town. After all, the Vikings game is only a three-hour block of time on a Sunday afternoon (or whatever evening you’re in town for, if you’re here for a primetime game). There are plenty of other things to do in the Twin Cities while you’re waiting for kickoff, and we want to share some of our favorites with you. Places to stay in Minneapolis If you’re planning on making a Vikings-centric trip to the Twin Cities into something for the w