The 9 Best Free Things to do in Bloomington, Minnesota (MN)

September 20, 2021 Viva Honore

Bloomington is the fifth largest city, as of 2016 estimates, in the U.S. state of Minnesota. It is located in Hennepin County on the north bank of the Minnesota River, above its confluence with the Mississippi River. Bloomington lies 10 miles (16 km) south of downtown Minneapolis. As of the 2010 census the city's population was 82,893, and in 2016 the estimated population was 85,319.
Restaurants in Bloomington

1. Hyland Lake Park Reserve

10145 Bush Lake Rd, Bloomington, MN 55438-2164 +1 763-694-7687 http://www.bloomingtonmn.gov/parks/bush-lake-beach
Excellent
82%
Good
16%
Satisfactory
1%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

5.0 based on 82 reviews

Hyland Lake Park Reserve

2. Mall of America

60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425-5510 +1 952-883-8800 http://mallofamerica.com
Excellent
52%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 5,855 reviews

Mall of America

Mall of America(R) is one of the top tourist destinations in the country! The Mall welcomes more than 40 million visitors a year from across the country and around the world to enjoy over 520 retail and specialty stores including Nordstrom and Macy's. Experience unique dining and entertainment at over 50 restaurants plus enjoy leading attractions like the nation's largest indoor theme park, Nickelodeon Universe(R) indoor theme park, SEA LIFE(R) Aquarium, LEGO(R), A.C.E.S. Flight Simulator, Moose Mountain Adventure Golf and more! By hosting more than 400 events each year, the Mall has become the place where fans can meet and greet their favorite celebrities or take part in interactive, one-of-a-kind events.

Reviewed By kevinhC5722CY - Mold, United Kingdom

Visited Mall of America for a second time and left just as impressed as my first visit several years ago. Great range of unique stores over a number of levels, clean and well maintained and enjoys a great food offer too. The centre piece though has to be the fun fair in the middle of what is a vast shopping centre. And car parking is easy with lots of space available. Also loved the many electronic find-what-you-are-looking for electronic stands that are easy to operate and guide you to any store, restaurant, fast food outlet or just the nearest rest room you may need to find. All in all a great shopping experience.

3. Lego Imagination Center

164 S Avenue Mall of America, Bloomington, MN 55425-5525 +1 952-858-8949 http://www.mallofamerica.com/attractions/view/lego
Excellent
55%
Good
28%
Satisfactory
14%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 902 reviews

Lego Imagination Center

Six thousand square feet of Lego models in the Mall of America.

Reviewed By 619douglasp

Amazing!! For anyone who appreciates the creativity and imagination that Legos stimulate, this store and exhibit is a must see. The exhibits on top of the store are mind boggling, utilizing millions of pieces to make. Inside the store, you can peruse thousands of kits or buy individual pieces in all colors and piece shapes you can imagine. I purchased a kit for my grandson but, could have spent thousands just buying fun kits for myself.

4. Rybicki Cheese

Number 38 Mall of America, Bloomington, MN 55425 +1 952-854-3330 http://rybickicheese4u.com/
Excellent
63%
Good
37%
Satisfactory
0%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 19 reviews

Rybicki Cheese

5. Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge

3815 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55425-1600 +1 952-854-5900 http://www.fws.gov/midwest/minnesotavalley/
Excellent
56%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
12%
Poor
2%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 147 reviews

Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge

Reviewed By fistfullofgold - Chanhassen, United States

Plenty of trails and hiking area allows for long hikes and opportunities to let you dog run off leash. I went during the week so was able to avoid many other people/dogs. Well maintained walking trails and hiking paths along with plenty of parking.

6. Normandale Japanese Garden

9700 France Ave S Normandale Community College, Bloomington, MN 55431-4309 +1 952-487-8145 http://www.normandale.edu/community/japanese-garden
Excellent
57%
Good
36%
Satisfactory
5%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 74 reviews

Normandale Japanese Garden

7. Northwest Airlines History Centre

8101 34th Ave S Ste 100, Bloomington, MN 55425-1606 +1 952-698-4478 http://www.nwahistory.org/
Excellent
73%
Good
20%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 15 reviews

Northwest Airlines History Centre

Reviewed By Y2777APnicks - Bloomington, United States

Been here a few times! It's very neat that they saved most of the artifacts from a largely forgotten airline.

8. Bloomington Farmer's Market

1800 W Old Shakopee Rd, Bloomington, MN 55431-3071 52-563-8877 [email protected] http://www.bloomingtonmn.gov/parks/farmers-market
Excellent
56%
Good
33%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
0%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 9 reviews

Bloomington Farmer's Market

9. Hard Rock Cafe Mall of America

5115 Center Court, Bloomington, MN 55425 +1 952-853-7000 http://www.hardrock.com/cafes/mall-of-america
Excellent
38%
Good
27%
Satisfactory
17%
Poor
15%
Terrible
3%
Overall Ratings

4.0 based on 48 reviews

Hard Rock Cafe Mall of America

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