Things to Do in Minnesota
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Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is a great option if you want to see some wildlife but don't want to spend hours navigating a big zoo. Featuring aquatic animals, large...
Zoo
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Finally, a relaxed environment where you can take in some art while your kids run around and climb on sculptures. (Yes, they're actually encouraged to do so!) This beautiful 11...
Scenic Landmark
Art Gallery
Minnesota Zoo
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The Minnesota Zoo is home to more than 2,000 animals of almost 450 species, from tigers and elephants to wolves, sea otters, and, as of 2008, grizzly bears. Animals are...
Zoo
The Park at MOA
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The largest indoor mall in the United States is home to a 7-acre amusement park boasting rides for kids of every age. The roller coasters and thrill rides are...
Amusement Park
Underwater Adventures Aquarium
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Unlike some aquariums where the smallest tots sometimes have to fight for prime viewing space, Underwater Adventures puts viewers right in the middle of marine life: You'll ride a "people...
Aquarium
Padelford Mississippi Riverboat Tours
Minneapolis, Minnesota
The "Mighty Mississippi" is a huge part of the rich cultural and industrial history of the Minneapolis-St. Paul area, and what better way to experience it than by taking...
Boat Ride
Boat Tour
Theater
Sightseeing Tour
Minnesota History Center
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Part of the Historical Society, the museum showcases exhibits and large-scale renderings of the recent past to as far back as when the state was still a territory...
History Museum
Mall of America
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Even if your family isn't the shop-til-you-drop sort, you'll find plenty to do at the largest indoor mall in the United States. Featuring a variety of shopping...
Shopping Mall
Amusement Park
American
Pizza
Lunch
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Minneapolis, Minnesota
This world-class museum offers art and artifacts from all over the world, spanning ancient times to the present. Throughout the museum, you'll find "Interactive Learning Stations" which use text...
Art Museum
Children's Discovery Museum
North Woods, Minnesota
This charming children's museum offers hands-on play and learning activities. The small size means it can be fit into a packed itinerary, but young children could easily spend hours...
Children's Museum
Special Collection
History Museum
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