Most concourses in Terminal 1 treat this Hudson as the default pit stop
In MSP Terminal 1, Hudson News is the quick grab point for water, gum, and a paperback when you’re walking to your gate and don’t want a full grocery run. It’s post-security and set up like a mini convenience store plus newsstand: coolers of bottled drinks, shelves of chips and candy, and a rack of bestsellers and magazines. Think “usual Hudson setup,” not a local gift shop, but it covers basics in one pass before boarding.
Hours track with peak departures in Terminal 1, typically opening by early morning bank flights around 5:00–6:00 a.m. and staying open into the late-evening departures. Pricing lands at standard airport markup, especially bottled water and packaged snacks that run a couple of dollars higher than landside stores. If you just need a drink before a 90‑minute hop, it’s acceptable; if you’re stocking up for a 4‑hour flight, the total adds up fast.
Besides the usual national magazines and paperbacks, you’ll see a local newspaper stack and a small rack of Minnesota souvenirs like magnets and keychains near the register. One Google reviewer even called out umbrellas and basic cold‑weather gear showing up in winter, which is genuinely useful if you land and realize it’s 10°F and snowing. Regulars use it as a strict last‑resort stop when there’s no time for a larger market or sit‑down spot.
Tip: Hit a larger shop or restaurant first for real food, then use Hudson in Terminal 1 as your final 3‑minute stop for water and a magazine on the way to the gate.