Parking

*On this page, you will also find mass transit and bike rental information.

Maps

Additionally, Campus Maps allows you to zoom in and use the "Walk and Bike Safely" layer to view bike parking options. The McNamara Alumni Center campus map also includes Alternate Transportation Options.

Getting There: From Minneapolis – Saint Paul International Airport to the Symposium Venue

Convenient travel options await as you arrive at MSP International Airport:

  • Metro Blue Line Light Rail: Board at Terminal 1 - Lindbergh and ride into downtown in under 30 minutes. More info
  • Rideshare (Uber/Lyft): Pick up from Green or Purple Ramp zones. $20-40 range. More info
  • Taxis & Town Cars: $30-45 (taxis), $75-10 (town cars). Estimate ride
  • Shuttles & Vans: Pre-booked services from Silver Ramp. Details
  • Regional Buses: Jefferson Lines and MVTA from the Transit Center. More info

Bonus: Free transfers between terminals via Blue Line or underground tram. Explore terminal options

Terminal Maps:

Around Town: Public Transit in Minneapolis

Minneapolis offers an efficient and affordable public transit system:

  • Metro Transit: Bus, light rail, and BRT network. Transit info | Overview
  • LRT (Blue & Green): Frequent trains to downtown, airport, UMN, and St. Paul. Details
  • BRT: B Line (launched June 2025) and others (A, C, D, etc.) offer rapid service. More
  • Bus Network: Frequent service, downtown free ride zone. Trip planner
  • Flat Fare: All rides $2/day since Jan 2025. Read more
  • Bike/Scooter: Nice Ride, city scooters, and racks on all buses/trains.
  • UMN Shuttles & Northstar Rail: Free campus transit; weekday commuter rail. Shuttle info

Rental Car Options

Map