What to do in Central Minnesota, MN

Activities, attractions and tours

"The Red Barn" is a really cool spot, off of County Rd 4 in Zimmerman, MN (East of 169). #ruins
"The Red Barn" is a really cool spot, off of County Rd 4 in Zimmerman, MN (East of 169). #ruins
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Sunrise on the lake. Nothing better than this to greet you in the morning on the cabin.
Every winter these ice castles go up. Some fun tunnels and caverns to explore.
Nature at its best... #lifeatexpedia #summer #evergreenstate #washington #seattlebeauty #laketwentytwo #frozen

Central Minnesota Attractions

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Activities and Tours

Central Minnesota is crammed with must-see places to visit and things to do. We can help you decide where to stay, and make it a breeze to explore the surrounding areas with our guides on where to go, what to see and when to see it. No matter how long your stay, it’s easy to find places of interest in Central Minnesota to make sure that you enjoy your experience to the fullest and don’t miss a thing. Leave the local knowledge to us and leave the hassle behind.

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Central Minnesota Attractions

Expedia has something for everyone, so whether you’re planning to get active on a summer holiday, put a spring in your step with a romantic rendezvous, or pamper yourself with a leisurely winter trip, you’ll find plenty of attractions to keep you entertained. In addition to scheduling local tours, booking reservations and scoring advance event tickets, Expedia makes it easy to book your flight, hotel and rental car in advance, all on one consolidated travel itinerary, making for hassle-free travel and freeing you up to explore the sights of Central Minnesota.

Looking for things to do can be time consuming, but we can take the hassle out of planning your holiday. Whether you’re looking to get active in the great outdoors, sample the cuisine or catch up with the vibrant local culture, our guides to Central Minnesota attractions ensure that you’ll have a successful trip, whatever the season.


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St. Cloud is a City in Central Minnesota on the Mississippi River with a University

Downtown St Cloud

3.5/5(2 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown St Cloud, Paramount Theater and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.

Downtown St Cloud
Mississippi River Fall Colors at Riverview Heights Park in Fridley Minnesota

Oak Grove

Travelers like the golf courses in Oak Grove, and Lake George is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Oak Grove
Forest-Covered Island in Lake Minnetonka: Aerial View on a Serene Summer Day

Greenwood

Greenwood is well-liked for its theaters. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Excelsior area, you might plan a trip to Excelsior Bay Books or Paisley Park.

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Hamel

While Hamel isn't home to many top sights, Rush Creek and Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Hamel
Evening view of the lake we stayed at for our couples trip

Downtown Park Rapids

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Park Rapids and surrounding area, you can visit Red Bridge Park and Headwaters Golf Club.

Downtown Park Rapids

 

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