Day 31

Today I decided to walk downtown but in a different way than my normal. I walked a few blocks over to Hennepin Ave. I knew on Hennepin there were some very pretty theatres that I could look at and take some pictures. Then I decided after I found the theatres, I would go back over to Nicollet (the street I normally take into Downtown) to find somewhere to eat. 

My plan changed a little bit. I went to see the theatres. Very pretty but in a very busy part of the city. It is very different from Nicollet. The part of Nicollet that I usually walk on to go downtown is called Nicollet mall. So there are a bunch of stores. But the only cars that can go down that street are taxis and buses...so not that much traffic. 

After I took pictures of the theaters, I went back over to Nicollet St. It was still a little bit early for dinner, so I decided to waste some time in Barnes and Noble. I bought a magazine (Entertainment magazine all about Harry Potter!!!) and still wasn't that hungry, so I found a Gap and some other stores and went window shopping. I then found a store that was a tourist trap for people who wanted Minnesota stuff. Perfect for me. I just bought some postcards and told myself I would be back to buy some shirts/sweatshirts and some gifts for people.

Finally I was hungry so I tried to find a new restaurant. There was this one cute restaurant that had outdoor seating. I went inside and the place looked super fancy. I asked to see a menu but everything was a little too expensive for me...so I left. Instead I went next door to Panera, which I haven't been to in forever! It was yummy!

Look at how pretty that sky is. It was perfect weather today.

Target- LaSalle and 9th street.

Hennepin Ave showing off their Pride. :)

Hennepin State Theatre

Pantages Theatre

Orpheum Theatre 

This theatre hosts the Broadway touring shows. 

Currently showing WEST SIDE STORY!

I found a way I can go this Saturday to tour these theatres for $5. I am definitely doing that! They are older theatres with gorgeous stages...at least that's what I have heard. Hopefully I can take picture while I am there.

I had a great day. I have no idea what I am going to do tomorrow...but I'll figure out something!