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From Tall Tales to Tall Sails
Museums in Minneapolis. Tall ships in Duluth. Gardens in St. Cloud. Ice bars in Rochester. Lumberjack lore in Bemidji. No matter what part of the state you find yourself in, you’ll uncover fun around every corner in Minnesota.
Minneapolis-St. Paul
Discover arts, culture, food, lakes and riverfront fun in Minnesota’s biggest metro region. Catch a game, ride the light rail, follow in the footsteps of rock stars and explore the nation's best parks as you experience the excitement of the Twin Cities.
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Rochester
Synonymous with groundbreaking medical discovery, the Mayo Clinic calls Rochester home. Make southern Minnesota's largest city your home base while you wander the opulent mansion of the clinic’s namesake, belly up to an ice bar for a winter cocktail and catch a show at the Mayo Civic Center.
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Duluth
The rising of the legendary lift bridge is a quintessential Duluth experience. Discover more things to see and do, including outdoor adventures, lakefront fun, arts and cultural attractions, and a thriving craft beer scene in northeast Minnesota's largest city.
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Bemidji
Iconic fixtures of American lore Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox made their debut in Bemidji. The Mississippi River gets its start in nearby wetlands. Discover things to do in this charming northwest Minnesota town.
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The charming river town of Stillwater is located on the banks of the St. Croix River and has been dubbed the “birthplace of Minnesota” due to its significance in Minnesota’s lumber industry. These days it's known best for its bustling downtown filled with unique local shops, restaurants, breweries, wineries, boutique hotels and biking opportunities.
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Driving into New Ulm, the sign reading “Willkommen” is the first of many tributes this southern Minnesota town pays to its German heritage. Old traditions hold true here, especially in the winter months, with holiday celebrations and festivals modeled after those in the motherland.
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Home to some of Minnesota’s biggest lakes, world-class golf courses and fun activities for the whole family, the Brainerd Lakes and Mille Lacs areas in central Minnesota make ideal summer getaways. There’s enough to see and do to fill a whole week; or set aside a couple weekends to explore each area on its own.
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One of northern Minnesota's most beloved small towns, Ely is a must-visit destination for travelers of all stripes. For animal lovers, view Minnesota wolves, bears, birds and other wildlife at three unique destinations in Ely: The International Wolf Center, North American Bear Center and Bear Head Lake State Park.
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Like rainbow sprinkles on a cold scoop of vanilla, Minnesota’s small towns are both abundant and delightful. From well-known small towns like Ely, Pipestone and Nisswa, to the truly tiny towns highlighted below, there’s nothing quite like exploring a small Minnesota town with family, friends or even solo.
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America’s largest and most legendary river claims both its birthplace and its most wild and scenic stretches in Minnesota. As you follow the Mississippi’s 600-plus-mile journey across the state, stop in these historic river towns.
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