St. Anthony Main is nearby where immediately you are transformed into feeling as though you are in a private urban oasis. There is a movie theatre and several amazing river front restaurants; not to mention the countless number of local breweries and distilleries. 

The Serene is also just one block from the metro transit bus network and four blocks to the north is the 13th Ave Business and Arts District including the Ritz Theatre; also located there, is the reputable NE Minneapolis Eat Street with Award winning restaurants like Young Joni.