Bde Maka Ska is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

1. Bde Maka Ska

9.3
3000 E Calhoun Pkwy (btwn Lake St. & 38th St. W.), Minneapolis, MN
Lake · West Calhoun · 77 tips and reviews

ChrisChris: Walk, jog, run, people watch!! Relaxation is the key!

Joe S.Joe Speranzella Sfo: swimming playing tanning people watching...this lake has it all...And you can walk across it in winter.

Lily M.Lily Mitchell: The lake circut is beautiful scenery and the people watching is amusing every kind of freak, square and hipster makes a show on nice days.

Mill Ruins Park is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

2. Mill Ruins Park

9.1
103 Portland Ave. S, Minneapolis, MN
Historic and Protected Site · Downtown West · 20 tips and reviews

Alan S.Alan Stump: Good place to hang out, run, get some exercise, walk, run with your dog, snog, take pictures, make out, people watch, be a tourist, watch the, Mississippi, walk your dog, eat.

Fernando C.Fernando Covas: Beautiful views from the park. Great place to come for a stroll, people watch, and just enjoy being outside.

Yael R.Yael Ripoll: Very cool park with lots to see.

Lake Calhoun Trail is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

3. Lake Calhoun Trail

8.6
Minneapolis, MN
Hiking Trail · West Calhoun · 13 tips and reviews

Anytime FitnessAnytime Fitness: Great people watching while you're out for a run, walk, or bike ride.

Melting Hearts USA S.Melting Hearts USA Sunglasses: Awesome people watching! Also great for biking, running, long boarding, etc!

Arielle L.Arielle Lenox: Great running or walking trail along Lake Calhoun just a few miles outside of downtown Minneapolis. This is the home of many 5k's throughout the year.

Bob's Java Hut is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

4. Bob's Java Hut

8.0
2651 Lyndale Ave S (at 27th St), Minneapolis, MN
Coffee Shop · Whittier · 42 tips and reviews

Abigail Y.Abigail Yeomans: sit by the open window and grab a vanilla late. It is a great atmosphere for getting work done and you can sit there all day if you like... great for people watching too!

Jeph H.Jeph Howard: One of the best spots for people watching. The crazies and day walkers that walk by are amazing!

Molly M.Molly Mogren: Coffee is okay, but the people watching is spectacular. PS they allow doggies!

Minneapolis Farmers Market is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

5. Minneapolis Farmers Market

9.2
312 E. Lyndale Ave. N. (Btw Glenwood Ave. and Olson Memorial Hwy.), Minneapolis, MN
Farmers Market · North Loop · 23 tips and reviews

Jennifer G.Jennifer Gordon: Good people watching plus fresh food and flowers.

Rachel B.Rachel Blanford: A great place to people watch. Plus, getting to know the vendors and where your food comes from.

Mark D.Mark D: Seek out Tollefson Family Pork at the far northwest corner of the market. Their cheddar polish sausage is delicious.

Stone Arch Bridge is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

6. Stone Arch Bridge

9.4
100 Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN
Bridge · Marcy - Holmes · 55 tips and reviews

PaulPaul: A great place to see the falls and people watch!

Michael T.Michael Thole: Great views! Very entertaining lots of culture. Good place to check out

HISTORYHISTORY: Built in 1882-83, the bridge is recognized as a National Civil Engineering Landmark. In 1994 the bridge was converted into a pedestrian and bike trail & offers a panoramic view of St. Anthony Falls.

Hewing Hotel is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

7. Hewing Hotel

9.1
300 Washington Ave N (at 3rd Ave N), Minneapolis, MN
Hotel · Warehouse District · 7 tips and reviews

G. SaxG. Sax: The Hewing lobby bar provides some of the best people watching in Minneapolis. The drinks are nice, the environs are nice and you'll enjoy a little extra spring in your step after each visit.

Janine K.Janine Kennedy: Super cool hotel with an up-north, cabin-like vibe. Feels like you stepped into a hipster lodge. Grab a drink in the lobby!

IrmaZandl Z.IrmaZandl ZandlSlant: Love this hotel. Very cool vibe and great neighborhood (reminds me of early Tribeca)

Caribou Coffee is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

8. Caribou Coffee

8.5
501 N 5th St (5th Ave N.), Minneapolis, MN
Coffee Shop · North Loop · 7 tips and reviews

Cory F.Cory Funk: Get a spot on the patio and enjoy your beverage while enjoying the music and people watching!

MelodyMelody: Probably one of my favorite Caribou locations in Minneapolis ❤️

GregGreg: How can you not enjoy a full out 'Bou right next to Target Field for a Twins game!

Target Plaza @ Target Field is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

9. Target Plaza @ Target Field

8.4
First Avenue and Sixth Street N, Minneapolis, MN
Plaza · Warehouse District · 11 tips and reviews

Rachel E.Rachel Eggert: Great place for people watching or having picnic. Also perfect place to meet friends for game.

Ellen DeGeneresEllen DeGeneres: I watched a great game here. If you want to get circled by Bert, make sure to make a lot of crazy noises and do big dances and arm movements. These are also my tips if you want to get arrested.

10,000 Pixels10,000 Pixels: Bump into someone you know; it's a small world, Minnesota!

Minnehaha Falls is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

10. Minnehaha Falls

9.4
4801 S Minnehaha Park Dr, Minneapolis, MN
Waterfall · Hiawatha · 74 tips and reviews

Johnny R.Johnny Ramone: Great place to take walk and do some people watching.

Michael T.Michael Thole: Trails very great waterfall. Good for picnics

Angela W.Angela W: Make sure to go down stream and take a dip in the wading basin. It's gorgeous!

Bryant-Lake Bowl & Theater is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

11. Bryant-Lake Bowl & Theater

8.3
810 W Lake St (at Bryant Ave S), Minneapolis, MN
Bowling Alley · Lyn Lake · 126 tips and reviews

StuartStuart: Great selection of local beer. Awesome place for people watching.

AntoineAntoine: Great place to sit outside with a drink and people watch in an interesting lyn-lake neighborhood.

Åna M.Åna Margareta: Yum! Great beers, relaxed atmosphere, and great in-house made veggie burger.

Lake of the Isles is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

12. Lake of the Isles

9.3
775 Highway 47 S, Minneapolis, MN
Lake · Kenwood · 51 tips and reviews

Alan S.Alan Stump: This is a great lake to exercise, walk, run, or people watch, walk or run with your dog. Just be warned, bikers think they're the only ones here so despite the laws, they will run you over gladly.

Quiet B.Quiet Bruno: Great and beautiful place for kayaking and paddle boarding!

HISTORYHISTORY: The lake was created in its current form in the early 20th century by dredging a small lake & marsh complex. The 2.86 miles of shoreline are publicly owned & averages 5.5 million visitors annually.

North Mississippi Regional Park is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

13. North Mississippi Regional Park

7.7
4900 Mississippi Ct (49th Avenue North), Minneapolis, MN
Park · Camden · 10 tips and reviews

Harry P.Harry Peka: Great place for picnics,people watching and especially for kids

Harry P.Harry Peka: Good place to walk your pets

Harry P.Harry Peka: Lots of play items for kids like swings,slides etc

Nico's Taco and Tequila is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

14. Nico's Taco and Tequila

8.1
2516 Hennepin Ave #1, Minneapolis, MN
Mexican Restaurant · East Isles · 33 tips and reviews

StuartStuart: Awesome food and great people watching on Hennepin.

AnnaAnna: IN LOVE WITH THIS PLACE! Tried during restaurant week-will be back. Full bar. Unique tequilla drinks. Bold favors. The owner is so kind. Private event space!

Lauren H.Lauren Husting: Delicious cactus tacos, strong Margaritas, friendly staff. I would like to see more varied vegetarian options soon!

Starbucks is one of The 15 Best Places for People Watching in Minneapolis.

15. Starbucks

7.5
218 Como Ave SE, Minneapolis, MN
Coffee Shop · University · 5 tips and reviews

Bethany K.Bethany Khan: The occasional free drink, good people watching opportunities and tolerable lines makes this one of the best Starbys on campus.

Alejandra M.Alejandra Morales: I love all of their coffee! White Mocha is my favorite!

Shane L.Shane Lueck: The pumpkin scones are to DIE for.