Tours & Excursions

Whether it’s led by a local expert or self-guided, taking a tour is often the best way to get to know a place. Explore Minnesota on guided tours, boat cruises and themed excursions that will immerse you in Minnesota’s most intriguing destinations. These distinctive outings include train journeys from Duluth, narrated boat cruises on lakes and rivers throughout the state, cave tours in Bluff Country and mine tours on the Iron Range. Discover Twin Cities highlights on tours by bike, motor coach, Segway and even light rail.

Golf in Minnesota

From city and suburban courses to rugged forests and sweeping river valleys, Minnesota offers some of the country's top spots for golf. 

Farms, Gardens and Agrotourism

You can see (and taste) Minnesota's long tradition of farming, from apple orchards and alpaca farms to the nearly 350 farmers markets that are spread throughout the state. Garden lovers and green thumbs seeking natural beauty and fresh ideas can also find inspiring gardens throughout the state, each with a distinct personality and history.

Attractions & Entertainment

Discover a world of attractions and entertainment in Minnesota. Enjoy historic sites, cultural attractions and world-class venues across the state's cities and towns, then head out into the countryside for incredible nature-filled attractions. Near the Twin Cities, Mall of America offers shopping, dining and entertainment on a massive scale.

Arts & Culture

With an abundance of outstanding theaters, music venues, museums, galleries and festivals, Minnesota is home to one of the most vibrant arts scenes in the country. Museums feature history and heritage collections as well as thought-provoking art exhibits that provide rich educational and inspirational experiences. Masterful dance performances, concerts and plays span a gamut of genres, catering to diverse interests.

Find performances, art exhibits and history events in the Festivals & Events calendar.