Resources For Those Relocating to, or Considering Moving to the Twin Cities
By Clara James, About.com Guide to Minneapolis / St. Paul
Are you new in town, or thinking about moving to Minneapolis, St. Paul or a city in the Twin Cities metro area? Here's resources to help you choose a neighborhood, get around town, find out what it's like living in Minneapolis or St. Paul, and what the must-see sights of the Twin Cities are.
- New Residents' To-Do List
- What is it Like to Live in Minneapolis and St. Paul?
- Winter in Minneapolis and St. Paul
New Residents' To-Do List
If you are moving from out-of-state, particularly a southern state, you'll have a big to-do list. Here's some resources to get prepared for winter, to drive and find transportation in the Twin Cities, and more.
- Driving in Minneapolis/St. Paul
- Registering a Vehicle in Minnesota
- Getting a Minnesota Driver's License
What is it Like to Live in Minneapolis and St. Paul?
Minnesota has it's own characteristics and lifestyle. Here's some tips about with the wild weather, the people, the culture, and getting settled and acclimatized.
- What is the Weather Like?
- Tornadoes in Minneapolis and St. Paul
- What is the Proper Name for Residents of Minneapolis and St. Paul?
- What are the Nicknames for Minneapolis and St. Paul?
- Government in St. Paul
Winter in Minneapolis and St. Paul
The Twin Cities are, on average, the coldest metropolitan area in the continental United States. The summer is warm, and the winter is very, very cold.
If you have moved here from somewhere warm, prepare for your first winter with this guide to the Minnesota winter.
