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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. American Swedish Institute ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

American Swedish Institute
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2. Bakken Museum ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Museums & Culture
Bakken Museum
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3. Bell Museum of Natural History

Category: Museums & Culture
Bell Museum of Natural History
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4. Como Park Zoo and Conservatory

Category: Kids & Family
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory
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5. End O Line Railroad Park and Museum

Category: Kids & Family
End O Line Railroad Park and Museum
© End O Line Railroad Park and Museum

6. Great Lakes Aquarium

Category: Activities
Great Lakes Aquarium
© Great Lakes Aquarium

7. Headwaters Science Center

Category: Kids & Family
Headwaters Science Center
© Headwaters Science Center

8. US Hockey Hall of Fame

Category: Attractions
US Hockey Hall of Fame
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9. International Wolf Center

Category: Attractions
International Wolf Center
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10. Lake Superior Railroad Museum

Category: Kids & Family
Lake Superior Railroad Museum
© Lake Superior Railroad Museum

11. Lake Superior Zoo

Category: Kids & Family
Lake Superior Zoo
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12. Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post

Category: Museums & Culture
Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post
© Mille Lacs Indian Museum and Trading Post

13. Minnesota Children’s Museum

Category: Kids & Family
Minnesota Children’s Museum
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14. Minnesota Discovery Center

Category: Attractions
Minnesota Discovery Center
© Minnesota Discovery Center

15. Minnesota Transportation Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Minnesota Transportation Museum
© Minnesota Transportation Museum

16. Minnesota Zoo

Category: Kids & Family
Minnesota Zoo
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17. Niagara Cave

Niagara Cave
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18. Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo

Category: Kids & Family
Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo
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19. Paul Bunyan State Trail

Category: Activities
Paul Bunyan State Trail
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20. Runestone Museum

Category: Museums & Culture
Runestone Museum
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21. Science Museum of Minnesota

Category: Kids & Family
Science Museum of Minnesota
© Science Museum of Minnesota

22. Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium

Category: Attractions
Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium
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23. Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours

Tours
Taylors Falls Scenic Boat Tours
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24. Voyageurs National Park

Category: Activities
Voyageurs National Park
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • What makes Minnesota a great place for family fun?
    • The state of Minnesota in the Midwest seems like it’s designed perfectly for tons of family fun, providing plenty to do for both kids and adults alike to have a good time.
  • What wildlife experiences are available in Minnesota?
    • Several zoos and aquariums located throughout the state provide abundant opportunities to get up close with a broad array of fascinating animals.
  • What educational attractions are available in Minnesota?
    • A wide variety of museums provide unique educational experiences.
  • What are some of the top attractions in Minnesota for families?
    • With the Hockey Hall of Fame, Voyageurs National Park, Niagara Cave, scenic boat tours, and many more attractions perfect for a family visit, there’s no shortage of things to do with kids in Minnesota.

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