Area Travel - AmericInn® of Inver Grove Heights, MN
Welcome to Beautiful Minnesota! Read about Inver Grove Heights attractions and things to do nearby AmericInn.
While staying at our hotel in Inver Grove Heights Minnesota, you are minutes away from the Mall of America, Minneapolis Airport, Xcel Energy Center, Downtown St. Paul, Minnesota State Capitol, the Minnesota Science Museum and the Minnesota Children's Museum.
In 1852, pioneers staked claims in an area known as Inver Grove. Attracted by the area's rolling green hills of the countryside and the close proximity to the Mississippi River, these settlers from Ireland and Germany quickly established a community. Those of Irish descent clustered their farms along what is now Rich Valley Boulevard. Settlers from Germany laid claim to the wooded farmland in the northwest portion of the community, clearing and cultivating fields from among the area lakes. Other settlers from France and England built homes along the Mississippi River. Since the creation of the City of Inver Grove Heights in 1965, the area has grown considerably. The supply of vacant land which attracted the original settlers is still attracting people today. The community that was started by a few settlers is expected to have a population that exceeds 44,000 by 2020. Located in Northern Dakota County, Inver Grove Heights is in close proximity to the Mississippi River Valley, which provides a beautiful natural setting and year-round recreational activities. Lakes, ponds, and wetlands cover many areas of the city.
Area Attractions and Activities
Canterbury Park & Card Room- Canterbury Park Racetrack and Card Club is the number one year-round destination for the intelligent player. Located in Shakopee, Minnesota, Canterbury Park is just 25 minutes from both Downtown Minneapolis and St. Paul.
Address:1100 Canterbury Road, Shakopee, MN 55379
Distance: 26.5 miles
Phone: 800-340-6361
Website:www.canterburypark.com
Golden Gopher Sports - University of Minnesota - Hockey, football, basketball, and more! Bleed maroon and gold, see the best in college sports!
Address: 4 Oak Street Southeast, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Distance: 17 miles
Phone: 612-624-8080
Website:www.gophersports.com
Great Clips IMAX 3D - Treat your senses to the most powerful and involving movie experience yet created. Our academy award winning IMAX technology brings images to life like no other. Experience an arm chair adventure that will take your breath away...literally!
Address: 12000 Zoo Blvd., Apple Valley, MN 55124
Distance: 16 miles
Phone: 952-431-IMAX (4629)
Website:www.imax.com/minnesota
Kerasotes Showplace 16 Movie Theater - 16 Screen Movie Theater featuring the latest films to hit the big screen.
Address:5567 Bishop Avenue, Inver Grove Heights, MN 55076
Distance: 2 blocks
Phone: 651-453-1016
Website:www.kerasotes.com
Minnesota Lynx Basketball - The Lynx, Minnesota's WNBA team, play at the Target Center from May to September.
Address: 600 First Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Distance: 19.5 miles
Phone: 612-673-1645
Website:www.wnba.com/lynx/
Minnesota Swarm- Minnesota's professional lacrosse team plays at the Xcel Energy Center from January to April.
Address: 317 Washington Street, St. Paul, MN 55102
Distance: 7 miles
Phone: 651-602-6000
Website:www.mnswarm.com
Minnesota Thunder Pro Soccer Club - Minnesota's American professional soccer team plays at the National Sports Center in Blaine from April to September.
Address: 2124 University Avenue West, St. Paul, MN 55114
Distance: 12.5 miles
Phone: 651-917-8326
Website:www.mnthunder.com
Minnesota Timberwolves Basketball - Minnesota's professional NBA team plays at the Target Center from October to April.
Address: 600 First Avenue North, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Distance: 15 miles
Phone: 612-673-1645
Website:www.nba.com/timberwolves/
Minnesota Twins Baseball- Minnesota's professional MLB team plays at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome from April to September.
Address: 34 Kirby Puckett Place, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Distance: 15 miles
Phone: 612-375-7454
Website:minnesota.twins.mlb.com
Minnesota Vikings Football- Minnesota's professional NFL team plays at the Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome from September to December.
Address: 500 - 11th Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Distance: 15 miles
Phone: 612-338-4537
Website:www.vikings.com
Minnesota Wild NHL Hockey- Minnesota's professional NHL team plays at the Xcel Energy Center from October to April.
Address: 317 Washington Street, St. Paul, MN 55102
Distance: 7 miles
Phone: 651-602-6000
Website:wild.nhl.com
Mystic Lake Casino - One of the largest Midwest casinos, featuring the finest in Midwest gaming, unparalleled casino buffet and five restaurants designed to satisfy every craving. The Mystic Lake stage has played host to many of today s top entertainers, from groundbreaking comedians to the most popular names in live music. The Meadows at Mystic Lake, a championship Minneapolis golf course, lies right outside our doors.
Address: 2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard, Prior Lake, MN 55372
Distance: 30 miles
Phone: 952-445-9000
Website:www.mysticlake.com
St. Paul Saints Baseball - Minnesota's professional team in the American Association of Independent Professional Baseball League. They play at Midway Stadium from April to August/September.
Address: 1771 Energy Park Drive, St. Paul, MN 55108
Distance: 13 miles
Phone: 651-644-6659
Website:www.saintsbaseball.com
Treasure Island Resort & Casino - The upper Midwest's premier entertainment destination. Offers 1220,000 square feet of gaming space, over 2,500 slot machines in seven themed casinos, 44 table games, five gaming bars, golf course and a new bowling alley.
Address:5734 Sturgeon Lake Road, Welch, MN 55089
Distance: 38 miles
Phone: 800-222-7077
Website:www.treasureislandcasino.com
Xcel Energy Center- See it all from professional and championship sporting events to entertaining concerts when you visit the Xcel Energy Center!
Address: 175 W. Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55112
Distance: 7 miles
Phone: 651-265-4800
Website:www.xcelcenter.com
American Swedish Institute- Swedish immigrant Swan Turnblad became a millionaire, built a castle in Minneapolis in 1908 and then gave it all away to create a museum of Swedish art, history and culture.
Address: 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407
Distance: 17 miles
Phone: 612-871- 4907
Website:www.americanswedishinst.org
Bell Museum of Natural History - The Bell Museum of Natural History is a portal to experiences that bring people closer to the natural world. It is a small, personable place with big ideas, an historic state treasure, and a landmark destination.
Address: 10 Church Street SE, Minneapolis, MN 55455
Distance: 15 miles
Phone: 612-624-7083
Website:www.bellmuseum.org
Cathedral of St. Paul - 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.
Address: 239 Selby Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102
Distance: 8 miles
Phone: 651-228-1766
Website:www.cathedralsaintpaul.org
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres - The Nation's largest professional dinner theatre. Featuring full length productions with lavish costumes and sets and a fabulous menu. Visit their website for production schedules and reservations.
Address:501 West 78th Street, Chanhassen, MN 55317
Distance: 25 miles
Phone: 952-934-1525
Website:www.chanhassentheatres.com
Guthrie Theater - 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.
Address: 818 South 2nd Street, Minneapolis, MN 55415
Distance: 17 miles
Phone: 612-377-2224
Website:www.guthrietheater.org
Hennepin Theatre District- One of the finest theatre districts in the United States, Hennepin Avenue is home to world class theatres such as Orpheum, State and Pantages Theatres.
Address:Hennepin Avenue, Minneapolis, MN
Distance: 17 miles
Website:www.hennepintheatredistrict.org/
Historic Fort Snelling- Historic Fort Snelling is a reconstructed United States Army military post of the 1820's. Costumed guides portray the soldiers, families, and Native Americans who lived in the area. Museum shop features unique gifts and books.
Address:Juction of Minnesota Highways 5 and 55, St. Paul, MN 55111
Distance: 11 miles
Phone: 612-726-1171
Website:www.mnhs.org/places/sites/hfs
James J. Hill House - 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.
Address: 240 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55102
Distance: 9 miles
Phone: 651-297-2555
Website:www.mnhs.org/places/sites/jjhh/
Minneapolis Institute of Arts - The Minneapolis Institute of Arts is dedicated to national leadership in bringing art and people together to discover, enjoy, and understand the world s diverse artistic heritage. Enjoy FREE general admission to the museum every day, thanks to the generosity of MIA members and supporters!
Address: 2400 Third Avenue South, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Distance: 17 miles
Phone: 612-870-3131 or 888-MIA-ARTS (642-2787)
Website:www.artsmia.org
67Minnesota History Center - Explore Minnesota's past through museum exhibits that feature large-scale objects, hands-on experiences and multimedia presentations. Minnesota Historical Society.
Address: 345 W. Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55102
Distance: 8.5 miles
Phone: 651-296-6126
Website:www.mnhs.org
Minnesota Orchestra - On November 5, 1903 three weeks before the Wright brothers made their first airplane flight the Minnesota Orchestra performed its inaugural concert. Today the Minnesota Orchestra preforms in Orchestra Hall, which is also home to a new three-concert curated Jazz series and is a renowned venue for artists of many genres.
Address:1111 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Distance: 18 miles
Phone: 612-371-5641
Website:www.minnesotaorchestra.org
Minnesota State Capitol, St. Paul - 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.
Address: 75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., St. Paul, MN 55155
Distance: 9 miles
Phone: 651-296-2881
Website:www.mnhs.org/places/sites/msc
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts- 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.
Address: 345 Washington Street, St. Paul, MN
Distance: 8 miles
Phone: 651-224-4222
Website:www.ordway.org
Science Museum of Minnesota and Omnitheater- At the Science Museum of Minnesota, learners of all ages can discover their changing world. Through a combination of interactive exhibits, live theater presentations, science demonstrations, and Omnitheater films, visitors can enjoy a unique combination of natural history, environmental science, biology, physics, and high-tech fun.
Address: 120 W. Kellogg Boulevard, St. Paul, MN 55102
Distance: 8 miles
Phone: 651-221-9444
Website:www.smm.org
Sibley House Historic Site - 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.
Address:1357 Sibley Memorial Hwy, Mendota, MN 55150
Distance: 7.5 miles
Phone: 651-452-1596
Website:www.mnhs.org/places/sites/shs/
The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, The Hamm Building, Third Floor - 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.
Address: 408 St. Peter Street, St. Paul, MN 55102
Distance: 7 miles
Phone: 651-292-3248
Website: www.theSPCO.org
Walker Art Center & Minneapolis Sculpture Garden - Minneapolis sculpture garden, exhibitions, galleria, shops and restaurant. Free admission on Thursdays and first Saturday of the month. Guided tours and garden tours available. Minneapolis sculpture garden has no admission fee. Senior and student discounts.
Address:1750 Hennepin Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Distance: 18 miles
Phone: 612-375-7577
Website:www.walkerart.org
