Attractions & Entertainment
White Bear Lake Ice Sports and Ice Arena
Distance from hotel: 0.2 miles
Founded in 1989 White Bear Lake Sports Center of White Bear Lake MN is an indoor rink and open year round.
1328 Highway 96
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
55110
White Bear Bowl
Distance from hotel: 1.8 miles
Bowling alley including bar food and plenty of lanes to compete with family and friends!
1600 Cedar Ave
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
55110
White Bear Township Theatres
Distance from hotel: 3.2 miles
Muller Family Theatres include party rooms and midnight madness parties for groups of family and friends.
1108 County Rd J
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
55110
Mermaid Bowling Center
Distance from hotel: 7.2 miles
With its special group offers terrific refreshments and fun family atmosphere this state-of-the-art bowling center is guaranteed to provide your family with endless entertainment.
2200 Hwy. 10
Mounds View, Minnesota
55112
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
Distance from hotel: 8.5 miles
Perfect for families this zoo is home to a wide array of animals from the familiar to the exotic. Take in the close-up views of lions seals wolves gorillas and much more! Be sure to visit the incredible Marjorie McNeely Convervatory which features ten beautiful gardens specializing in lush plant life from all over the world.
1225 Estabrook Drive
Saint Paul, Minnesota
55103
Minnesota State Capitol
Distance from hotel: 9 miles
The Minnesota State Capitol celebrated its centennial in 2005. The Capitol has been listed on the National Register of Historic Places since 1972. Cass Gilbert was the architect of the Minnesota state capitol. He also designed the U.S. Supreme Court building (Washington D.C.) Woolworth building (New York City) U.S. Customs House (New York City) West Virginia & Arkansas state capitols.
75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd.
St. Paul, Minnesota
55155
Carmike Cinema
Distance from hotel: 9.1 miles
Grab a bag of fresh popcorn and see the latest films in this local movie theatre.
1188 Helmo Ave N
Oakdale, Minnesota
55128
Minnesota History Center
Distance from hotel: 9.3 miles
Explore Minnesota's past through museum exhibits that feature large-scale objects hands-on experiences and multimedia presentations. Minnesota Historical Society.
345 W. Kellogg Blvd
St. Paul, Minnesota
55102
Children's Museum
Distance from hotel: 9.4 miles
Minnesota Children's Museum is where fun meets learning. It's where kids can touch climb splash crawl push pull and press it all.
10 West Seventh Street
Saint Paul, Minnesota
55102
Mickey's Dining Car - St. Paul
Distance from hotel: 9.4 miles
Listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Authentic 1930's art deco architecture makes it the "quintessential diner". Open 365 days a year 24 hours a day.
36 West 7th Street
Saint Paul, Minnesota
55105
Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
Distance from hotel: 9.4 miles
Hailed as America's premier chamber orchestra The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra is internationally renowned for its artistic excellence and remarkable versatility of musical styles.
408 St. Peter Street
St. Paul, Minnesota
55102
Cathedral of St. Paul
Distance from hotel: 9.6 miles
Italian Renaissance Church styled after St. Peter's in Rome. Construction began in 1907 on the highest point in Saint Paul. In 1974 the Cathedral was placed on the National Register of Historical Buildings.
239 Selby Avenue
St. Paul, Minnesota
55102
Minnesota Swarm
Distance from hotel: 9.6 miles
Minnesota's professional lacrosse team plays at the Xcel Enery Center from January to April.
175 West Kellogg Blvd
Saint Paul, Minnesota
55102
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
Distance from hotel: 9.6 miles
The Ordway recognized as one of the United State's leading not-for-profit performing arts centers is home to a wide variety of performances throughout the year that encompass the finest in American musical theatre world music dance jazz and vocal artists on its Main Hall and McKnight Theatre stages
345 Washington Street
St. Paul, Minnesota
55102
Xcel Energy Center
Distance from hotel: 9.6 miles
The Xcel Energy Center is a one-of-a-kind multi-purpose sports and entertainment facility located in the heart of downtown Saint Paul. The arena is home to the National Hockey League’s (NHL) Minnesota Wild the National Lacrosse League’s (NLL) Minnesota Swarm and more than 150 spectacular entertainment events annually. Since its opening in September 2000 the Xcel Energy Center has been recognized as one of the best venues worldwide including “Best Stadium Experience” in 2007 by ESPN the Magazine and “Best Fan Experience” by Forbes in 2006.
199 West Kellogg Boulevard
Saint Paul, Minnesota
55102
James J. Hill House
Distance from hotel: 9.7 miles
Rugged stone massive scale fine detail and ingenious mechanical systems recall the powerful presence of James J. Hill builder of the Great Northern Railway. Guides lead tours that help you imagine family and servant life in the 1891 Gilded Age mansion.
240 Summit Avenue
St. Paul, Minnesota
55102
Science Museum of Minnesota
Distance from hotel: 9.7 miles
The Science Museum of Minnesota founded in 1907 is a large regional science museum located on the banks of the Mississippi River in downtown St. Paul. The Science Museum's programs combine research and collection facilities a public science education center extensive teacher education and school outreach programs and an Imax Convertible Dome Omnitheater to provide science education to an audience of more than a million people per year.
120 West Kellogg Boulevard
St. Paul, Minnesota
55102
National Sports Center
Distance from hotel: 10.3 miles
The world's largest amateur sports and meeting facility featuring soccer fields baseball a hippodrome and much more.
1700 105th Avenue
Blaine, Minnesota
55449
Running Aces Harness Track
Distance from hotel: 11.4 miles
Harness racing and card room.
15201 Zurich Street NE
Columbus, Minnesota
55025
University of Minnesota
Distance from hotel: 11.4 miles
The University of Minnesota campus spans the Mississippi River with campuses in both Minneapolis and St. Paul. See where thousands of undergraduates and scores of graduate students are schooled each year and you'll witness the institution that has become the Minneapolis community's most honored place of learning.
267 19th Avenue South
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55455
Joseph Wolf Brewery Cave Tours
Distance from hotel: 11.8 miles
Learn about the limestone caves in Stillwater that were used as a brewery in the late 1800's. Why does a good brew master have bad teeth? What is a cave kiss? Find out the answers to these questions and more on this 20-30 minute walking tour.
402 S. Main Street
Stillwater, Minnesota
55082
Bunker Hills Regional Park/Bunker Beach Water Park
Distance from hotel: 11.9 miles
Water park stables and golf course.
701 County Parkway Road
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
55433
St. Croix Boat & Packet Company
Distance from hotel: 12.1 miles
Scenic paddleboat dinner cruises.
525 Main Street South
Stillwater, Minnesota
55082
Guthrie Theater
Distance from hotel: 12.3 miles
The Guthrie Theater founded in 1963 is an American center for theater performance production education and professional training. By presenting both classical literature and new work from diverse cultures the Guthrie illuminates the common humanity connecting Minnesota to the peoples of the world.
818 South 2nd Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55401
Mill City Museum
Distance from hotel: 12.3 miles
Located within the ruins of the Washburn Mill this museum chronicles the flour milling industry through multisensory and interactive exhibits.
704 S 2nd St
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55401
Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome
Distance from hotel: 12.5 miles
In addition to being the home of the Minnesota Vikings the Metrodome has housed numerous amateur events cultural events and family focused activities. The Metrodome is the only facility in America to have hosted Major League Baseball's 1985 All Star Game two World Series two NCAA Final Fours and a Super Bowl.
900 South 5th Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55415
Target Center
Distance from hotel: 13 miles
Opened in 1990 the Target Center is now home to the NBA’s Minnesota Timberwolves and the WNBA’s Minnesota Lynx. The Target Center also frequently hosts other concerts performances and family shows. Located in the heart of downtown the Target Center is easily accessible by bus train or car and is surrounded by an abundance of restaurants and shopping.
600 First Avenue North
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55403
Target Field
Distance from hotel: 13 miles
Opened in April 2010 Target Field is the new home of Minnesota’s MLB team the Twins. The new field will feature one of the closest seating bowls to the playing field in all of Major League Baseball boasting approximately 18500 infield seats. Target Field is equipped with wider seats and more legroom for fans and provides heated concessions restrooms and lounge areas for fans when the weather is less than perfect. The new field promises to provide fans with a unique MLB experience.
1 Twins Way
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55403
Minneapolis Institute of Arts
Distance from hotel: 13.7 miles
Travel through 4000 years of world history as you view more than 80000 works of sculpture photography paintings drawings and prints.
2400 3rd Ave S
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55404
Walker Art Center
Distance from hotel: 13.9 miles
Formally established in 1927 the Walker Art Center began as the first public art gallery in the Upper Midwest. The museum's focus on modern art began in the 1940s when a gift from Mrs. Gilbert Walker made possible the acquisition of works by important artists of the day including sculptures by Pablo Picasso Henry Moore Alberto Giacometti and others. Opened in April 2005 the new Walker Art Center nearly double in size includes increased indoor and outdoor facilities allowing them to share more resources--from objects in the permanent collection to books in our library to an inside view of the artist's own creative process--with the growing audience.
1750 Hennepin Avenue
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55403
Sibley House Historic Site
Distance from hotel: 14.2 miles
As one of the state's oldest settlements this site hosts four simple limestone buildings from the era when the American Fur Company operated a regional trade with the Dakota between 1825 and 1853. The home of Henry Hastings Sibley the company's young regional manager was begun in 1838. Sibley's office as first state governor is located in one ell of the home.
1357 Sibley Memorial Hwy
Mendota, Minnesota
55150
Fort Snelling
Distance from hotel: 14.4 miles
Completed in 1825 Fort Snelling was the hub of the Upper Mississippi area for over 30 years. During the Civil War Fort Snelling was a Union training center and during World War II processed and trained over 300000 US Army soldiers. Closed at the end of WWII the fort was named a National Historic Landmark in 1960 and has since been rebuilt and restored. Come take a guided tour enjoy a historic workshop or take advantage of the numerous walking trails and picnic areas.
At Highways 5 & 55 near Airport
, Minnesota
Brunswick Zone
Distance from hotel: 14.8 miles
State of the art video games bowling and cosmic bowling audio visual equipment billiards laser tag DJ and karaoke.
7545 Brooklyn Blvd
Brooklyn Park, Minnesota
55433
Bryant-Lake Bowl Theater
Distance from hotel: 14.8 miles
Enjoy regional theater at the Bryant-Lake Bowl Theater where world-class acts convene on the hottest stage in Minneapolis. From movie screenings to some of the most impressive theatre and comedy prepare to be entertained at the Bryant-Lake Bowl Theater.
810 West Lake Street
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55408
Great Outdoors
Gem Lake Hills
Distance from hotel: 1.2 miles
This executive golf course has 2- 9 hole courses perfect for casual outings.
4039 Scheuneman
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
55110
Bellaire Beach
Distance from hotel: 2.7 miles
Swimming Beach Picnic Shelter Restrooms
2499 South Shore Blvd
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
55110
Manitou Ridge Golf Course
Distance from hotel: 3.5 miles
Part of Ramsey County Parks this golf course features a mens club and junior program.
3200 McKNIGHT ROAD
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
55110
Front Runner
Distance from hotel: 3.7 miles
A premier sporting event company Front Runner provides over 30 energetic and exciting events every year.
5906 Hwy 61 N
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
55110
Mahtomedi Beach
Distance from hotel: 4.4 miles
Swimming Beach Picnic Shelter Restrooms
1045 Park Ave.
Mahtomedi, Minnesota
55115
Streetcar Trail
Distance from hotel: 4.8 miles
Great for hiking and biking.
Lincolntown Ave.
Mahtomedi, Minnesota
55115
Pine Tree Apple Orchard
Distance from hotel: 5.1 miles
Fresh locally grown apples and strawberries and entertainment in the fall of pony and wagon rides corn maze pick your own pumpkins and more!
450 Apple Orchard Rd
White Bear Lake, Minnesota
55110
Long Lake Regional Park
Distance from hotel: 6.9 miles
This beautiful park provides limitless opportunities for outdoor recreation including boating hiking bird-watching fishing and picnicking.
1500 Old Highway 8 NW
Mounds Creek, Minnesota
55112
Schwan Super Rink
Distance from hotel: 10.3 miles
World's largest ice arena and home to the U.S. Women's Olympic team.
1700 105th Avenue
Blaine, Minnesota
55449
Oak Glen Golf Course
Distance from hotel: 10.7 miles
Oak Glen Golf Course features 27 holes of bent grass fairways and greens. Our 18 hole Championship course has hosted numerous Minnesota Golf events including the Four Ball State Amateur and State Open Qualifying tournaments and Women’s Invitationals. The executive (par 29) nine hole course across the street earns the same meticulous care of our grounds crew.
1599 McKusick Road
Stillwater, Minnesota
55082
Majestic Oaks Golf Course
Distance from hotel: 13.7 miles
Golf course and banquet hall.
701 Bunker Lake Blvd
Ham Lake, Minnesota
55304
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Distance from hotel: 13.9 miles
Stoll along the tree-lined walkways through this scenic garden to view a magnificent collection of public art.
725 Vineland Place
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55403
Bunker Hills
Distance from hotel: 14.1 miles
Bunker Hills has a wide range of different activities for the whole family to enjoy while on your Minnesota Vacation. You can go to the largest outdoor water park in the area where the 25000 square foot wave pool and an enormous water park area are waiting for you. There are different sized waterslides a large adventure pool with zero depth entry and a large interactive play area. Tubes can be rented there is a sand play area volleyball courts and concessions to make your visit truly fun.
12800 Bunker Prairie Road Northwest
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
55448
Bunker Lake Golf Course
Distance from hotel: 14.1 miles
Ranked in the top 25 courses in the country by Golf Digest.
12800 Bunker Prairie Dr
Coon Rapids, Minnesota
55448
Minnehaha Park
Distance from hotel: 14.1 miles
Located in the heart of Minneapolis this lush green space includes a 53 foot waterfall.
4801 South Minnehaha Park Dr
Minneapolis, Minnesota
55417
Cities to Visit
Lino Lakes
Distance from hotel: 5.9 miles
The city of Lino Lakes covers an area of 33 square miles on the north side of the Twin Cities in Anoka County. The beautiful 2,700 acre Rice Creek Chain of Lakes Regional Park is within the heart of this amazing city. This area is well maintained by the natural settings and the wildlife habitats. The Joseph E. Wargo Nature Center offers public nature programs and environmental educational classes. Snowshoes and canoes are available for rent to encourage exploration of the area. Lino Lakes is not just about the beautiful lakes but also offers an amazing Chomonix Golf Course. Mature tree line fairways, water hazards on seven holes, and an abundant of wildlife makes this golf course an adventure. The city offers city parks tours, along with several shopping, food and lodging facilities.
New Brighton
Distance from hotel: 7.5 miles
New Brighton is a charming medium-sized city with a variety of shops, boutiques, and restaurants. Visitors to New Brighton will particularly enjoy Long Lake Regional Park, a beautiful public green space that has many walking paths, a sandy beach, and endless opportunities for outdoor recreation.
Maplewood
Distance from hotel: 9.1 miles
If it is shopping that you are looking for it was pretty much everything that you may be looking for. Stores such as Macy's, JC Penny's, Sears, Barnes and Noble, Old Navy and many more. Maplewood in known for St. Johns Hospital along with several other specialty clinics.
St. Paul
Distance from hotel: 9.2 miles
Saint Paul is the Arts and Culture Capital of the Midwest, with over 52,000 theater seats, three world class museums, and a vibrant grass roots arts community. Each year 7 million visitors come to see world renowned groups like the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, national treasures like Penumbra Theatre Company, and a music scene ranging from Mint Condition to Tapes and Tapes. Saint Paul has a literary history as rich as any, with giants from F. Scott Fitzgerald to Garrison Keillor.
Lake Elmo
Distance from hotel: 10.1 miles
Lake Elmo is home of the Lake Elmo Airport, Washington County Fairgrounds, St. Croix Sensory, Lake Elmo Park Reserve, Oakdale Gun Club and many fabulous restaurants including the nationally known Lake Elmo Inn. Golf is available as well, including Tartann Park Golf Course, Country Air Golf Park and Cimarron Park Golf Course.
Blaine
Distance from hotel: 10.7 miles
When visiting the Blaine area, you will find many things to do and see. Blaine is home to the National Sports Center Olympic Training facility which features year-round, top level sporting events such as soccer, hockey, and track and field, and Fogerty Arena which has two ice sheets for hockey and indoor soccer. Blaine also hosts many baseball and softball tournaments each summer. The Anoka County wave pool is just a few miles away in Bunker Hills Regional Park. Blaine is only minutes from both downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul and the many arts, entertainment, and restaurant opportunities they offer.
Stillwater
Distance from hotel: 11.2 miles
Explore the beautiful St. Croix Valley from charming Stillwater. Unique shops, galleries and fine restaurants dot our historic downtown. Lowell Park along the river and Pioneer Park on the bluff offer dramatic views of the river. Visit wineries, take a balloon ride, hit the hiking or biking trails or just relax with a treatment in a spa. You'll be glad you did!
Woodbury
Distance from hotel: 11.6 miles
Woodbury is located just southeast of St. Paul, the state's capital. The city is in close proximity to Minnesota's largest employer, 3M, and to the St. Croix River Valley, providing a beautiful natural setting and year-round recreational opportunities. Woodbury is known for its attractive residential neighborhoods, which are connected by more than 71 miles of multi-use trails and surrounded by 1,662 acres of dedicated park land. Residents have a wide choice of housing, ranging from apartments and townhomes to large-lot estates.
Minneapolis
Distance from hotel: 12.5 miles
As one of the famed “Twin Cities,” this green urban area offers a dynamic vibe, creative energy, and an endless amount of things to do and see. Enjoy the open-air shopping at the bustling Nicollet Mall, an eleven block pedestrian-only thoroughfare in the heart of the downtown area, or stroll down historic Summit Avenue, the longest stretch of residential Victorian architecture in the country. Whether your interest lies in the arts, fine dining, or scenic beauty, your visit to Minneapolis is bound to be a delight.
Columbus
Distance from hotel: 12.9 miles
Imagine living the dream of many - All the peacefulness of rural life in close proximity to city life. It is surrounded by woods, waterfront, wildlife, and wilderness acreage. Columbus is that rural atmosphere, located on the Anoka sand plain with easy access to Forest Lake and Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul. Columbus also offers the Running Aces Harness Park, with live harness racing in the summers and poker and blackjack 24 hours throughout the year. It also boasts large tracts of nature loving public lands including Carlos Avery Wildlife Management Area and Lamprey Pass.
Bayport
Distance from hotel: 13.9 miles
Bayport, Minnesota is the home of Andersen Windows, Red Cross Center and Croixdale Residence Retirement Home. There are two boat marinas, Bayport Marina and River Park Marina to land or launch your boat. Boat rentals are available as well.
Forest Lake
Distance from hotel: 14.2 miles
Forest Lake offers a Farmers' Market, Arts in the Park, Taco Daze, Linwood Family Fun Day, Hay Day Races, an Ice Fishing Contest, Casino Night and Columbus Fest, to name just a few. Visitors can also take in one of the local historical sites or watch an auction. This beautiful area of Minnesota offers unlimited opportunities for swimming, fishing, hiking, boating, ice hockey and golf. Choose from a private 18-hole or several area public nine and 18-hole courses. The 23,000-acre Carlos Avery Wildlife Management Area is also nearby. Running Aces Harness Park is only minutes away.