School Break 'Staycations' For Kids of All Ages
There are plenty of things to do and see — indoors and out — for kids of all ages in Minnesota.
5 Ways to Do Duluth
Dubbed the “Best Outdoor City in America” and the “Craft Beer Capital of Minnesota,” Duluth has long been a destination for its great outdoor activities, unique arts and culture, delicious dining and more. Whether you’re a family, a foodie or a history buff, you’ll find plenty of things to see and do in this eclectic and vibrant port city on the North Shore of Lake Superior.
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How to Visit Itasca State Park
Over 500,000 people visit Itasca State Park every year to dip their feet into the headwaters of
Create Your Adventure in the Boundary Waters
Paddling into the Boundary Waters on a canoe is a grand and classic adventure through some of the most beautiful country you'll find anywhere, and a wilderness experience unlike any other. There's just nowhere else like it in the world.
Take a Prince-Themed Tour of Minnesota
Prince was a born-and-bred Minnesotan who spent most of his 57 years here — someone who once told Oprah he "will always live in Minneapolis" because winter "keeps the bad people out." Here is how you can take a self-guided tour of the spots that shaped Prince, from his iconic recording studio/residence to the nightclub immortalized in "Purple Rain".
Minnesota's Most Iconic Dish Will Melt in Your Mouth
When you come to Minnesota, what’s the one food you have to try?
Minnesota's Best Meat and Butcher Shops
With access to abundant farmland, quality grains, and ample pastures for grazing, it’s no wonder Minnesota has some of the country’s best meat shops and butchers. Hungry for steaks, chops, meat sticks, and jerky? Belly up to the very best in Minneapolis-St. Paul and beyond in our complete guide below.