Minnesota not only claims the biggest indoor mall, it also claims Southdale Center — the nation’s first indoor mall. One of two malls in Edina, this mall has an indoor play area. Family-friendly stores include: Games by James, GamerHeadz, Gap Kids and Dave & Busters. There is also an AMC Theater in the complex. Other family-friendly amenities include baby changing stations in every restroom in the mall and family restrooms conveniently located in near the Children’s Play Area and the Dining Pavilion. We like to gather ideas for scavenger hunts for kids. They never seem to tire of them. Southdale’s play area has “Simon Kidgets” scattered throughout the carpeted area. Kids can try to find all of them while visiting. Kids Eat Free deals (and restaurants in general) took a hit in the last few years, and we do not currently have any confirmed options at Southdale. Here are some other family-friendly deals: Dave & Busters, which is located in the mall, offers birthday party packages. You can find more ideas in our Twin Cities Birthday Parties Guide. Did you know that, as the first indoor mall, Southdale was conceived of by Donald Dayton and Austrian architect Victor Gruen to entice shoppers during cold Minnesota winters, and that it originally included a skating rink?Related Articles:
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