Minnesota's Iconic Destinations
Every corner of Minnesota offers adventure, culture and curiosity.
Jumpstart your Star of the North journey here.
Minneapolis-St. Paul Metro
The thriving heart of Minnesota is also the nation’s most nature-filled metro
St. Croix River Valley
Dripping-in-charm, river towns and so, so many apples
The sun sets over Stillwater in the St. Croix River Valley
Lake Superior North Shore
The world’s cleanest, largest freshwater lake, and 150 miles of public shoreline alongside it
North Lakes
Remote wilderness, big water, and dark skies, home to Voyageurs National Park and the Boundary Waters
Red River Valley
The great wide open (and birthplace of the Dilly® Bar)
Iron Range
Dramatic turquoise waters and thrilling mountain bike ranges
Central Lakes
Lake life at its peak — throw a rock, hit a resort
Minnesota River Valley
Rich Dakota history and secluded natural landscapes
New Ulm's iconic Hermann the German monument
Prairielands
Wind-swept native prairies where bison roam free, the landscape that inspired Laura Ingalls Wilder
Touch the Sky Prairie
South Lakes
Artsy college towns, charming main streets and world-class bass fishing
An aerial view of Faribault Mill's flagship store and factory
Bluff Country
Limestone bluffs to underground caves and the world’s top-ranked hospital
An aerial view of Winona, Bluff Country at its best
