Area Travel - AmericInn^® of Austin, MN

Spam Museum – Since its grand opening in 2001, this quirky, kitschy tribute to America’s favorite canned meat product has attracted countless visitors from all over the world.  With its promise of “1000% fun,” this 16,500 square-foot complex is a must-see for families in Austin.  Admission is free.  For more information, please visit the museum’s interactive website at www.spam.com/museum. 
Address: 1101 N Main St, Austin, MN 55912
Distance: 1 mile
Phone: (507) 437-5100
Hours of Operation: 10am to 5pm (closed on Monday)

Greibroks Mini History Farm and County Fair - Greibroks is an extensive collection of more than 700 model tractors, trucks, cars, steam engines, airplanes, and other toys assembled in various theme areas throughout the unique 40-room farmhouse, owned by Carl and Dorothy Greibrok.  Group tours are available.  Donations are accepted. 
Address: 5 miles south of Oakland, County Rd. 34
Distance: (call for details)
Phone: (507) 433-4880
Hours of Operation: (call for details)

J.C. Hormel Nature Center – This 507-acre nature center features prairie land, forests, wetlands and meandering streams.  Its seven miles of trail are filled with native wildlife such as deer, mink, raccoons, salamanders, and a variety of indigenous birds. 
Address: 21st S NE, Austin, MN 55912
Distance: 3 miles
Phone: (507) 437-7519
Hours of Operation : (Trail Hours) 6am-10am, every day. 
(Hours for Interpretive Building) 9am-12pm, 1pm-5pm Monday through Saturday.  Open from 1pm-5pm on Sundays

Historic Hormel Home – Visit the historic home of George A. Hormel, founder of Hormel Foods, Inc.  The house has been restored to its early-1900s splendor and is open for tours and events. 
Address: 208 4th Avenue NW, Austin MN 55912
Distance: 1.4 miles
Phone: (507) 433-7736
Hours of Operation: (call for details)

Mower County Historical Society -- The history of Mower County and Austin is preserved in more than 20 individual facilities located on the Historical Society grounds.  This diverse collection of facilities, which includes a Native American History Museum, Art Museum, and Fireman’s Museum, provides a complete and comprehensive view of Austin’s rich history for the whole family to enjoy.      
Address: Mower County Fairgrounds, 1303 6th Ave. SW, Austin, MN 55912
Distance: 3 miles
Phone: (507) 437-6082
Hours of Operation: Tue-Fri, 10am-4pm

Historic Paramount Theatre -- Built in 1929, the Paramount Theatre is a unique atmospheric theatre with a Spanish motif.  For a listing of upcoming events and performances, please visit www.paramounttheatre.org.
Address: 125 4th Ave NE, Austin MN 55912
Distance: 1 mile
Phone: (507) 434-0934
Hours of Operation:Mon-Fr, 9am-1pm
And 1 ½ hr before show times. 

Farmer John's Pumpkin Patch -- Pick out your own pumpkin from over 20 varieties, or go on a berry-picking spree in the strawberry and raspberry patches.  From horse-drawn carriage rides to a playful romp in the grain silo, there’s plenty of family fun to be had on this lively, old-fashioned farm.  Admission is free! 
Address: 90537 273rd St, Austin MN 55912
Distance: 10 miles
Phone:(507)437-9180
Hours of Operation:10am-6pm

Pajolo Alpaca Farm - Visitors to this farm can get a rare, up-close look at over twenty beautiful alpacas.  Distant cousins of llamas and camels, these gentle, exotic creatures originated in the highest peaks of the Andes and are bred exclusively for their lustrous, colorful fiber.  The Pajolo Alpaca Farm includes a store that specializes in high-quality apparel made from 100% alpaca fiber.  Please visit www.pajolo.com for more information. 
Address: 51057 Main St, Austin, MN 55912
Distance: 12 miles
Phone: (507) 437-1561
Hours of Operation: (Call for details)

Golf

Meadow Greens - 18-holes/driving range
Address: 4th St. NW
Phone: 507-433-4878
Distance: 1 mile

Austin Country Club - 18-holes/driving range
Address: 28th St. NE
Phone: 507-433-7736
Distance: 3.3 miles

Cedar River Country Club – 18-holes/ driving range
Address: 18 miles Southeast of Austin Hwy 56
Phone: 507-582-3595
Distance: (call for details)

Ramsey Golf Course – 18-holes/driving range
Address: 6th St. N.E.
Phone: 507-433-9098
Distance: 3 miles

Oaks Golf Course – 18-holes/driving range
Address: Hayfield
Phone: 507-477-3233
Distance: 25 miles