Whittier & Lyndale is packed with unique attractions and a vibrant food scene that you won’t want to miss. Start at Mia where art lovers can explore a world-class collection spanning 5,000 years of history, all with free admission. Just down the road, Eat Street along Nicollet Avenue offers a taste of Minneapolis’ incredible diversity, with standout spots like Quang Restaurant for authentic Vietnamese cuisine, Pimento Jamaican Kitchen for island flavors, and Rainbow Chinese for classic Chinese fare. For dessert, head to Milkjam Creamery to sample innovative ice cream flavors or stop by SK Coffee for a specialty coffee break. Adventure seekers can climb to new heights at Vertical Endeavors, an indoor rock climbing gym, while those looking for live entertainment can catch a show at the intimate Jungle Theater. Karmel Mall provides a different kind of cultural experience, housing a bustling marketplace filled with Somali-owned shops and restaurants.

Getting to Whittier/Lyndale from downtown Minneapolis is easy and accessible by several modes of transportation.

By Bus: Take Metro Transit’s Route 18 from downtown along Nicollet Avenue, which provides direct service to Eat Street and the heart of Whittier. Route 21 also runs along Lake Street, connecting Lyndale and Whittier to other parts of the city.

By Car: It’s a quick 10-minute drive south from downtown along Nicollet Avenue or Lyndale Avenue. Street parking and public parking lots are available throughout both neighborhoods.

By Bike or on Foot: For those who enjoy a scenic route, the neighborhoods are accessible by bike from downtown via Nicollet Avenue or the Midtown Greenway, with bike lanes and trails making the ride enjoyable and easy.