Edina has quietly become one of the Twin Cities' best destinations for a girls' getaway — and it's not hard to see why. The combination of boutique shopping at 50th & France and the Galleria, a walkable dining scene with genuine standout options, spa access through The Westin Edina Galleria, and a hotel that puts everything within reach makes for a weekend that feels both luxurious and easy. No long drives between stops, no complicated logistics — just the city doing what it does best.

Edina has quietly become one of the Twin Cities' best destinations for a girls' getaway — and it's not hard to see why.

Friday Evening: Arrival & First Dinner

Arrive at The Westin Edina Galleria and check in together — the hotel's lobby and common areas are welcoming and social, a natural place to start the weekend energy. Friday evening is for settling in and a great first dinner.

  • Check in to The Westin Edina Galleria — ask about group room arrangements if booking multiple rooms
  • Pre-dinner drinks at the hotel bar or a nearby wine bar
  • Dinner at a 50th & France restaurant — make a reservation for the group
  • Walk the 50th & France corridor after dinner as the district quiets down

Saturday: Spa, Shopping & Dinner

Saturday is the heart of the getaway. Start with a spa morning through the Westin's wellness offerings, then transition into a full afternoon of shopping across 50th & France and the Galleria, with a dinner reservation to close the day in style.

  • Morning: spa and wellness at The Westin Edina Galleria — fitness center, pool, and spa services
  • Late morning: coffee and a light brunch at a Galleria café before the shopping day begins
  • Afternoon: boutique shopping at 50th & France — independent apparel, jewelry, accessories, and home goods
  • Mid-afternoon: Galleria shopping — curated national brands and local favorites, all under one roof
  • Quick walk or drive to the Edina Art Center for a gallery stop
  • Evening: dinner reservation at a standout Edina restaurant — 50th & France or the Galleria
  • Post-dinner: cocktails and dessert to close the night

Sunday: Brunch & Boutique Farewell

Sunday morning is the perfect send-off — a leisurely brunch, a final pass through any boutiques you want to revisit, and a relaxed checkout before heading home.

  • Sunday brunch at a 50th & France restaurant or Galleria dining option — linger over it
  • Return to any boutiques from Saturday for last purchases
  • Edina Farmers Market at Centennial Lakes Park (in season) — flowers, local goods, a perfect sendoff
  • Checkout from The Westin Edina Galleria with bags full and spirits high
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