10 TOP Things to Do in Minnesota (2025 Activity Guide)

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Most popular experiences in Minnesota

Adventure & outdoor

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Two Flight Indoor Skydiving Experience

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Tours & day trips

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St. Paul: Twin Cities Haunts Ghost Walking Tour

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Private & custom tours

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Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

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Food, drink & nightlife

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Minneapolis: Skyway Walking Tour with Drinks

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Theme parks

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What to do in Minnesota

Popular places to visit

Nickelodeon Universe featuring rides as well as a family

Mall of America

4.5/5(9 reviews)

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home when you visit Mall of America, a popular shopping spot in Bloomington. Attend a sporting event or simply enjoy the top-notch restaurants while you're in the area.

Nickelodeon Universe

4/5(1 review)

Rollercoasters, a Ferris wheel and a host of TV characters will provide a wonderful day of entertainment for visitors of all ages.

Target Field

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Target Field during your trip to Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene or attend a sporting event in this vibrant area.

University of Minnesota, Twin Cities

4.5/5(3 reviews)

Take a campus tour or just explore the area of University of Minnesota, Twin Cities during your trip to Minneapolis - St. Paul. Amble around this vibrant area's riverfront or experience its acclaimed theatre scene.

Minneapolis Convention Center

5/5(2 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in Minneapolis Convention Center during your trip to Minneapolis. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Huntington Bank Stadium

4/5(1 review)

Catch an event at Huntington Bank Stadium during your trip to Minneapolis. Attend a sporting event or visit the shops in this vibrant area.

Minnesota State Fairgrounds

Enjoy a stop at Minnesota State Fairgrounds, an entertaining place to visit in Falcon Heights. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and lively festivals.

Orpheum Theatre

You can get tickets for a performance at Orpheum Theatre during your stay in Minneapolis. Experience the acclaimed theatre scene and great live music in this vibrant area.

Mayo Clinic

If Mayo Clinic is what brings you to town, hopefully you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester.

Areas of Minnesota

Downtown Minneapolis

4/5(12 area reviews)

Known for its fantastic nightlife and popular shops, there's plenty to explore in Downtown Minneapolis. Check out top attractions like IDS Center and Nicollet Mall, and jump on the metro at Nicollet Mall Station or Warehouse - Hennepin Station to see more of the city.

Canal Park

Canal Park is known for its panoramic lake views, and you can see some sights area like Great Lakes Aquarium and AMSOIL Arena.

Downtown St. Paul

4/5(5 area reviews)

Travellers choose Downtown St. Paul for its great live music. Hop aboard the metro at 10th Street Station or Central Station and check out top sights like Fitzgerald Theater.

Minnehaha Park featuring a pond, forests and a park

South Minneapolis

While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Lake Nokomis or Lake Harriet, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.

Duluth showing a park, tranquil scenes and hiking or walking

Downtown Duluth

4/5(1 area review)

Downtown Duluth is beloved for its panoramic lake views. Take some time to explore sights in the area like North Shore Scenic Railroad and AMSOIL Arena.

North Shore

You'll enjoy the beaches and restaurants in North Shore. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Superior or Lester River.

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