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Conveniently located less than 20 miles away from downtown Minneapolis, Excelsior is a tiny town on the shores of Lake Minnetonka. The lake is a popular destination with fishermen, and there are two swimming beaches as well. If you'd rather stay on dry land, you can also admire the beautiful flowers at the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum. However, don't make the mistake of thinking the town's waterfront location means you should stay away during the winter; the colder weather brings an incredible display of ice castles, which feature ice slides, beautiful sculptures, and plenty of tunnels for visitors to explore.
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Rating: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
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