Why is Uptown in the south and Downtown in the north? It confuses us, too. One thing we do know this part of Minneapolis is the hippest, coolest place to live this side of anywhere. With trendy restaurants, one of a kind shops, and edgy nightspots, this is a culture seekers’ paradise. Add to that easy access to the Chain of Lakes, public transportation, and downtown and you can see why it is the place to be.