Bloomington gained notice in the early part of the 20th century as the home of Dan Patch, the horse that set racing records. These days it's fashion accessories and electronic gadgets, not beavers and timber, that lure dedicated shoppers to Minnesota's fifth-largest city; some 40 million visitors each year beat a path to the Mall of America.
Visitor Centers
Bloomington Convention & Visitors Bureau 7900 International Dr. Bloomington, MN 55425. Phone:(952)858-8500 or (800)346-4289