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Minnesota is Birthplace of the supercomputer, which was developed to break codes during World War II. The technology giants of their day, including Cray Research and Control Data Corporation, resided in the Twin Cities. And while Al Gore is often misquoted as having “invented the Internet,” the humble Minnesotan can actually claim a role in the University of Minnesota’s early contribution to the Internet. Gopher protocol In the early nineties.
The Twin Cities lie on opposite shores of the mighty Mississippi River — Minneapolis is St. Paul’s smaller, sleepier big brother — and form a metro area with a population of about 3.76 million. The region’s technology industry includes medical technology, fintech, artificial intelligence, and technology-focused agricultural companies. Minnesota is home to a number of Fortune 500 companies with deep connections to technology, including 3M, Best Buy, US Bancorp, UnitedHealth Group, and Target.
If you’re a tech worker visiting the Twin Cities for work, you’ll find locals who prioritize work-life balance and embrace the region’s four distinct seasons. In the summer, it’s easy to find people on video calls walking their dogs around the Chain of Lakes or enjoying happy hour on a crowded patio near a body of water. In winter, hardcore skiers and obese bikers commute to the office along the area’s trails. For those who fear the cold, another invention in Minnesota-Air route system– It connects office buildings, shops and high-rise residential buildings in the city centre.
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Where to stay in the Twin Cities
Minneapolis is the largest and most modern of the Twin Cities, but there are plenty of tech-related businesses on the east side of the city in and around St. Paul. Here’s where to stay in either twin.
Downtown Minneapolis
Courtesy of Four Seasons
245 Hennepin Street, (612) 895-5700
For visitors with an expense account or looking to splurge, a stay at the Four Seasons is the best option for its luxury and location. Minnesota’s only five-star hotel opened in 2022 and quickly became known for its VIP scene and premium amenities. Its fine dining restaurant, Mara, was created by award-winning local chef Gavin Kaysen. During the winter, Nordic-inspired saunas and private dining spaces line the hotel’s rooftop.
300 N. washington avenue, (651) 468-0400
Located in the trendy North Loop district, this boutique hotel offers meeting rooms and event spaces as well as a rooftop bar with stunning skyline views. It’s a popular place to relax in the busy lobby with a laptop or use it as a home base to explore the area’s fine dining, conversation and entertainment venues.
201 S 11th Street, (612) 746-4600
History and architecture lovers will appreciate this luxury hotel housed in a historic 20th century building originally opened in 1929. The hotel completed a massive renovation in 2024 and offers all updated services and meeting rooms in a luxurious setting. Its location is connected to the Air Corridor, making it easy to visit nearby cultural icons, the Orchestra Hall and the State Theatre.
Saint Paul, Minnesota – Skyline at dusk – City lightsPhotography: Aerial Views/Getty Images
26 AH Al-Sarafa Street (651) 222-0848
This is an opportunity to stay in a restored monastery in the heart of St. Paul. This quaint and cozy 71-room boutique hotel was once home to the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet and Conservatory of Music. This history is displayed throughout with many church-themed meeting spaces and amenities for networking.
350 Market Street, (651) 292-9292
Described as “one of the country’s premier historic hotels,” this elegant and charming hotel is located in small downtown St. Paul. Just steps from sports arenas, theaters and concert venues, it’s easy to see why this hotel, its restaurant and bar are popular with convention-goers, out-of-town visitors and locals on date nights alike. Stop by the bar or lounge after a show or Minnesota Wild home hockey game, and you’re likely to run into a band member or professional athlete.
Where to work
Downtown Minneapolis and the Hennepin Street Bridge in Minnesota, USA. A painter’s view of downtown.Photography: Saibal/Getty Images
1400 Van Buren Street NE, Suite 200 and 400 S 4th Street, Suite 401
Originally launched as COCO in St. Paul, this organization is known for starting the coworking scene in the Twin Cities, and Google I invested in entrepreneurship programs here. The St. Paul office has since closed, and the failed rebranding has led to some confusion, but there are still two distinct business locations offering meeting and event areas, private offices, and a number of resources for various budgets.
Five Twin Cities locations including St. Paul, Minneapolis and St. Louis Park
The Coven made headlines in Minnesota in 2018 when four advertising executives opened the first coworking office directly targeting women, nonbinary and transgender members. These franchises now have five locations in the Twin Cities and additional spaces in Wisconsin and North Carolina, offering co-working areas, meeting and event rooms, reception desks and community events. Tickets are available today.
Edina, Minneapolis and St. Louis Park locations
Another Minnesota-based company, Life Time Fitness, expanded its health club model to luxury coworking spaces across the country in 2018 and offers three facilities in Minnesota. These popular offices are based on the concept of healthy living to combine smart workspaces such as ergonomic furnishings and nutritious snacks with access to fitness facilities. Think: a PowerPoint presentation followed by a game of Pickleball.
225 S. 6th Street and 729 N. Washington Avenue.
For employees who already have a WeWork membership, consider these two locations in downtown Minneapolis, about 2 miles away, for convenience and ease with indie charm.
801 S. Market Street, Suite 200, (612) 488-0644
Part of the national Workbox chain, the centrally located meeting and office space offers an industrial decor with open kitchen and lounge areas, plus a rooftop terrace, fitness center and access to the Skyway system. Tickets are available today.
Where can you get your coffee?
Courtesy of Fairwave Special Coffee Collective
Six cafes in the Twin Cities including St. Paul and Minneapolis
Known as the most tech-friendly café chain in Minneapolis, you can grab a coffee and open up your computer at one of the many tables surrounded by plenty of outlets and strong Wi-Fi. The North Loop (Minneapolis) location is located near coworking, hotels and entertainment venues, while another Minneapolis location is located within the Emery Hotel.
Multiple locations, including Minneapolis and St. Paul
Founded in Minnesota but now with stores and kiosks around the world, this coffee company rivals Starbucks as a casual co-working and gathering place. With 292 Caribou Coffee locations in Minnesota alone, be sure to confirm the correct location if you meet someone there, because it could be the other Caribou across the street.
213 4th Street St. Paul (651) 493-4694
A combo café, restaurant, bar, pinball arcade, and art gallery, this funky café has a number of nooks and crannies for artwork, virtual meetings, and face-to-face meetings. Located near the Twin Cities light rail station and across from the Union Depot Transportation Center, it’s easy to get to and enjoy being close to the Mississippi River.
4208 S. 28th Ave., Minneapolis (612) 353-4222
This little roastery and specialty café was born out of a bike shop, and it shows. With an Up North feel, it’s located close to the city center and international airport and offers decent Wi-Fi along with fine drinks.
111 E. 26th Street, Minneapolis (612) 460-7739
This charming Minneapolis café located in the up-and-coming Whittier neighborhood has a lofty goal of bringing beauty to the community and serves handcrafted coffee and Japanese-style tea. Focus on work while sipping some peace.
Where do you eat?
Courtesy of Owamni/NATIFS.org (North American Traditional Indigenous Food Systems)
420 s. First Street, Minneapolis (612) 444-1846
The Twin Cities are full of great ethnic restaurants, and Owamni is deserving of its noteworthy reputation three years after winning a James Beard Award for Best New Restaurant in 2022. Chef Shawn Sherman, a member of the Oglala Lakota nation, focuses on indigenous dishes without using colonial ingredients like dairy, sugarcane, and wheat flour. The dishes are innovative and surprisingly satisfying. Owamni recently announced it will move to the Guthrie Theater in Minneapolis in 2026, making dinner and a show an attractive option.
825 Marquette Street, Minneapolis (612) 339-9900
Manny’s, aptly named, is what one conjures up when describing a “steakhouse.” For those with a business card and a big appetite, the red meat entrees, cocktails and desserts here are impeccable and impressive. Voted one of the top 10 steakhouses in the country by Zagat Guide, you’ll expect to find visiting celebrities, tech bros and local business executives dining here every night.
3500 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis (612) 722-7072
In stark contrast to the upscale restaurant Manny’s, Matt’s Bar is a must-stop for the Minnesota classic, Jucy Lucy. There’s debate over which restaurant first served these molten-cheese-filled hamburgers, but Matt’s has the most authentic pub atmosphere ever, and thus, the best-tasting version, too.