101 Things to Do in Minnesota

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Minnesota, the Land of 10,000 Lakes, offers canoe-country wilderness, the Lake Superior North Shore, and the culture-rich Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Browse and book top experiences below, or request free quotes and let a local specialist plan your trip.

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Popular Attractions & Tourist Sites in Minnesota

1. Boundary Waters Canoe Area — Over a million acres of interconnected lakes and forest along the Canadian border, a premier wilderness canoeing destination.

2. Mall of America — The largest shopping mall in the U.S., in Bloomington, with hundreds of stores and the indoor Nickelodeon Universe theme park.

3. Voyageurs National Park — A water-based park near International Falls best explored by boat, prized for fishing, houseboats and northern lights.

4. Lake Superior North Shore — A scenic drive from Duluth to Grand Portage past waterfalls, cliffs and state parks along the world's largest freshwater lake.

5. Split Rock Lighthouse — An iconic 1910 lighthouse perched on a cliff above Lake Superior, now a restored state historic site.

6. Minneapolis Sculpture Garden — An 11-acre park anchored by the beloved Spoonbridge and Cherry sculpture beside the Walker Art Center.

7. Itasca State Park — Minnesota's oldest state park, home to the headwaters where visitors can step across the start of the Mississippi River.

8. Gooseberry Falls State Park — A North Shore favorite with a series of dramatic waterfalls on the Gooseberry River just steps from the highway.

9. Duluth & Canal Park — A Lake Superior port city known for its Aerial Lift Bridge, lakewalk and maritime heritage.

10. North Shore & inland lake fishing charters — Guided trips for walleye, lake trout and salmon across Minnesota's celebrated fishing waters.

Unique Minnesota Experiences

Canoe and portage the Boundary Waters
Drive the North Shore Scenic Byway
Chase the northern lights at Voyageurs
Step across the Mississippi headwaters at Itasca
Ride Nickelodeon Universe at Mall of America
Hike to Gooseberry Falls
Fish for walleye on a guided charter
Watch ore ships pass under Duluth's Lift Bridge
Ski or snowmobile groomed winter trails
Explore the Twin Cities' arts and food scene

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Minnesota Travel — Frequently Asked Questions

What are the top things to do in Minnesota?

Top experiences include Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Mall of America, Voyageurs National Park. You can browse and book hundreds more Minnesota tours, attractions and activities — many at up to 50% off — right on this page.

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When is the best time to visit Minnesota?

Summer (June to September) is prime for lakes, canoeing and the North Shore, while fall brings vivid foliage; winter draws visitors for snowmobiling, skiing and northern-lights viewing.

Can a travel specialist plan my whole Minnesota trip?

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