Plymouth-Wayzata - Plymouth, MN

The area that is now Plymouth/Wayzata was originally inhabited by a Dakota Native American tribe. Early pioneers began to settle the area around 1852. In 1867, with the introduction of the railroad, the city began to experience exponential growth. The Wayzata Historical Society gives residents the opportunity to delve deeper into the area’s rich history.

During the winter, you can enjoy Wayzata’s annual tree-lighting ceremony at the Light up the Lake Festival. Bundle up and head out for some good old-fashioned fun riding on horse-drawn carriages, attending the tree-lighting ceremony and listening to choir concerts as you do your holiday shopping.

Grab you friends and make your way to the beach for the annual Wayzata summer concert series featuring live music from local artists every Wednesday evening on Lake Minnetonka.

Dining options in the Plymouth-Wayzata area feature flavors from around the globe with quality customer service and unbeatable prices. From sushi to fajitas, you can find just about any type of food you desire here.

Go to Ham's Sandwich Shop to try out the famous El Diablo sandwich. Smothered in chipotle mayo, this sandwich features smoked turkey, spicy jalapeno bacon, melted pepper jack cheese. When feeling creative, design your own sandwich by choosing from the eatery's wide range of breads, cheeses, condiments and meats, and pick up a steaming bowl of ham and wild rice soup to accompany your sandwich.

For sushi, look no further than Sakana Sushi & Asian Bistro where you can savor the delectable flavor of the yellowtail Hamachi. Stop in for lunch during a weekday to try the "bento" lunch box special, which features specialties such as kung pao chicken and shrimp tempura. The restaurant's chefs prepare meals at the hibachi grill, providing patrons with entertainment while they wait for their food.

Sample the flavors of Mexico at Pineda Tacos, which serves affordable, quick and flavorful cuisine. Try the Mexican-style steak, which comes piled high over a crunchy tortilla and topped with fresh veggies and sour cream. Dip your crunchy tortilla chips into Pineda's flavorful homemade salsa and chow down on some shrimp fajitas.

The Plymouth/Wayzata area houses a large number of pubs and bars. The Medina Entertainment Center houses Robert's Restaurant & Bar and provides entertainment options such as bowling and live music from local artists.

Swing by McCormick's Pub and Restaurant for a laid-back atmosphere and authentic interior that make you feel at home. Its happy hour features inexpensive specials on well drinks, draught beers and glasses of wine. Satiate your hunger with the steak tartare, or try the restaurant's famous corned beef sandwich, which comes with a side of coleslaw.

Plymouth-Wayzata lies off of Interstate 494 and Highway 12, west of the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. By car, it only takes about 20 minutes to get from Plymouth/Wayzata to the Minneapolis city center. Plymouth-Wayzata has both on-street parking as well as public parking ramps.

A number of public bus routes service the Plymouth-Wayzata area and connect to the greater Minneapolis area. Getting to the center of Minneapolis by public transportation takes around 30 to 35 minutes.

Getting around Plymouth-Wayzata by bike or on foot is a piece of cake. The area houses one of Minnesota’s most widespread trail systems.

Book your cab online, call or text through Ihail.com, which services the Plymouth-Wayzata area. Uber also services a majority of the Plymouth-Wayzata area as well.

Located along the shores of Lake Minnetonka, the Plymouth-Wayzata area is home to an abundance of outdoor recreation opportunities. Locals enjoy boating or taking picnic lunch to the beach for a day of family fun.

Plymouth-Wayzata’s extensive trail system is spread over 1,200-acres of natural land. Parks include baseball fields, soccer fields, playground faculties and numerous bike and walking trails. Plymouth Creek Center has a range of recreational equipment, and also has spaces for meetings and events.

If you’re in the mood for adventure, grab your bike and head out on the Luce Line State Trail. This former railroad grade stretches 63 miles long, and has been developed for hiking, biking and horse-back riding. Take your pooch for some outdoor fun at Plymouth Dog Park, which contains an off-leash dog park for larger dogs and a few fenced-in areas designated for small dogs.

On average, one-bedroom apartments rent for $1055 per month, but you could easily find apartments for less. Gas prices in the Plymouth-Wayzata area are around 9 percent less than the national average. A pint of beer at the local bar costs between $5 to $7. Riding the local metro bus costs $2.25 during non-rush hour times, and $3 during rush hour. Overall the cost of living in the Plymouth/Wayzata area ends up being slightly higher than the Minneapolis average.

Shopping the Plymouth-Wayzata area combines access to your favorite brands and vintage clothes to bring you a unique shopping experience. Walk down the boulevard that lies along Lake Minnetonka as you browse stores such as Sun & Slope, Blanc De Blanc and Maha Boutique. Stop by the stylish boutique, Dichotomy, and discover the handpicked clothing, handcrafted jewelry, and charming trinkets. Ridgedale Center offers the typical mall fare with stores such as Caribou Coffee, Gap, Ann Taylor and Express. Stock your pantry from Whole Foods Market, Trader Joe's, Cub Foods or Lunds & Byerlys. If its local products you're after, you can check out one of the area's farmers markets: City of Plymouth Farmers Market and Minnetonka Farmers Market.