10 days in Minneapolis & Winnemucca Itinerary

Located on both banks of the Mississippi River, Minneapolis salutes the state's love of the outdoors with numerous lakes, wetlands, creeks, and waterfalls--many connected to one another by a national scenic byway great for sightseeing.

Minneapolis is known for fun & games, museums, and nature. Your plan includes some of its best attractions: admire the masterpieces at Minneapolis Institute of Art, take an in-depth tour of American Swedish Institute, surround yourself with nature on Stone Arch Bridge, and see the interesting displays at Mill City Museum.

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Use the Route module to find travel options from your starting location to Minneapolis. In December, plan for daily highs up to 28°F, and evening lows to 16°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 14th (Mon) to allow enough time to travel to Winnemucca.

Winnemucca is the only incorporated city in and is the county seat of Humboldt County, Nevada, United States. Get ready for a full day of sightseeing on the 16th (Wed): examine the collection at Humboldt Museum, take in the dramatic natural features at Winnemucca Sand Dunes, and then make a trip to Thunder Mountain.

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Getting from Minneapolis to Winnemucca by car takes about 23.5 hours. The time zone changes from Central Standard Time to Pacific Standard Time, which is usually a -2 hour difference. While traveling from Minneapolis, expect somewhat warmer days and about the same nights in Winnemucca, ranging from highs of 41°F to lows of 16°F. Finish your sightseeing early on the 17th (Thu) to allow enough time to travel back home.