Top 10 Attractions in Minnesota

From stunning architecture and historical sites, to museums and a shopaholic's paradise, here are the Top 10 Minnesota attractions.

1. Mall of America
   60 E. Broadway
   Bloomington, MN   55425
   952-883-8800
   

   Enjoy shopping at the largest shopping center in the entire country. You'll also find dining, entertainment and attractions including a theme park with rides, an aquarium, and more. As Minnesota's biggest tourist attraction, the Mall of America draws millions of visitors a year. Shopaholics will delight, but just about everyone can find a store or attraction here which suits their taste.

2. Superior National Forest
   8901 Grand Avenue
   Duluth, MN   55808
   218-626-4300
   

   Enjoy a beautiful natural expanse which sprawls for 700 acres, covering ground in Minnesota which reaches all the way up to the Canadian border. Some of the most pristine wilderness in the country can be found here, and there's plenty of recreational opportunity for those who want to experience it through the eyes of an activity like hiking or fishing.

3. Cathedral of St. Paul
   239 Selby Avenue
   St. Paul, MN  
   651-228-1766
   

   Enjoy the other half the "Twin Cities" at Cathedral of St. Paul. This gorgeous cathedral dates back to the early 1900's, and its design is an impressive example of gothic revivalist. See one of the most impressive holy shrines in the nation, only in the city of St. Paul.

4. Heritage House
   225 1st Avenue NW
   Rochester, MN   55901
   507-286-9208
   

   Enjoy the country's rich history at the Heritage House, which provides a must-see attraction for history buffs and those interested in the way things used to be. Enjoy authentic antiques and beautiful displays featuring things like quilts, dolls and china - all of it dating back to the impressively early mid-1800's.

5. Spirit Mountain
   9500 Spirit Mountain Place
   Duluth, MN  
   218-628-2891
   

   Enjoy a variety of trails which cater to everyone. Re-commune with the great outdoors at this beautiful Minnesota natural destination, where recreationalists of all walks will find a welcome temporary home. Skiing, hiking and snowboarding are also popular activities at this beautiful organic destination.

6. Canal Park
   Duluth, MN  
   

   Enjoy the city of Duluth through its revived waterfront district, where you'll find a plethora of activities which will amaze and delight even the most jaded of vacationers. Enjoy a carriage ride to one of the many clubs, cafes and restaurants which line the district's beautiful byways and quaint back alleys.

7. Clemens Gardens
   101 Riverside Drive
   St Cloud, MN   56301
   320-255-7238
   

   Enjoy the beauty of the Clemens Gardens, where an array of plant species awaits your delight. Gorgeous fountains and red-brick walkways make their way through the Gardens, which sprawl for over seven acres. The gardens' most impressive feature has over 1,100 rose bushes that inhabit the premises with beautiful hues and scents to match.

8. The Park at MOA
   60 E. Broadway
   Bloomington, MN   55425
   952-883-8800
   

   Shopaholics from all over the world make the pilgrimage to the Minnesota town of Bloomington and its Mall of America, which happens to be the largest shopping and entertainment center in the country. Adjoined to this impressive attraction is The Park at MOA, a theme park where many thrilling rides and attractions await the courageous spirits of residents and vacationers alike.

9. Mount Kato
   20461 Highway 66
   Mankato, MN  
   504-625-3559
   

   The perfect destination for the outdoor enthusiast, Mount Kato hosts a plethora of activities on its beautiful slopes. Just one mile south of the town of Mankato, the mountain becomes covered in a beautiful layer of snow during the winter months - the perfect time for families to take advantage of the world-class skiing and snowboarding opportunities on the mountaintop, not to mention the spectacular snowmen which await their own construction.

10. University of Minnesota
    267 19th Avenue South
    Minneapolis, MN   55455
    612-624-4300
    

    Minneapolis forms one-half of Minnesota's famed "Twin Cities". It also houses one of the more venerable academic institutions in the country, the University of Minnesota. See where thousands of undergraduates and scores of graduate students are schooled each year, and you'll witness the institution which has become the Minneapolis community's most honored staple.

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