What to do In Central Minnesota, MN
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Places To Go In Central Minnesota
Welcome, traveler, to Central Minnesota. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Central Minnesota
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Central Minnesota. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Central Minnesota? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Central Minnesota attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Visit this botanical park to see colorful displays of flowers during warmer months or an icy winter wonderland after snowfall.
Paisley Park
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Paisley Park during your travels in Chanhassen. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your visit to Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Lake Minnetonka
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Minnetonka during your travels in Minneapolis - St. Paul.
Gull Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Gull Lake during your travels in East Gull Lake. While you're in the area, find time to visit its fun-filled waterparks.
Northern Lights Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Northern Lights Casino during your time in Walker? While you're in the area, stroll along the lakeside.