Top Things to do in Minnesota
Top Hotels in Minnesota
- 1. South Pier Inn on the Canal
- 2. La Quinta Inn & Suites By Wyndham Duluth
- 3. TownePlace Suites by Marriott Minneapolis Mall of America
- 4. Celeste St Paul
- 5. Radisson Blu Mall of America
- 6. Hampton Inn & Suites Minneapolis/Downtown
- 7. Country Inn & Suites by Radisson, Bloomington at Mall of America, MN
- 8. The Marquette Hotel, Curio Collection by Hilton
- 9. Best Western Plus Superior Inn
- 10. La Quinta Inn & Suites by Wyndham Minneapolis Bloomington W
What to do and see in Minnesota, United States: The Best Gardens
The Twin Cities of Minneapolis and St. Paul have the famous Mall of America and Walker Art Institute. Bluff Country to the south has water sports and cross country skiing. The Prairielands abound with lake recreations.
Restaurants in Minnesota
1. Clemens Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 154 reviews
Picturesque garden with red-brick walkways gives visitors a feast for the senses.
Reviewed By jerb2014 - Bristol, United States
This garden is beautiful beyond words. Far different from Munsinger Gardens, Clemens Garden is very formally laid out on a grid pattern. There are brick walkways that lead you through a series of six gardens: A rose border, the rest area garden, a formal garden, a white garden, a perennial garden and the last a treillage garden. The "bones" of the gardens are beautiful and five of the gardens have fountains. The most spectacular fountain (and that is an appropriate description), is the Renaissance fountain with Hebe and cranes. Stunning. When we were there one of the fountains was being repaired due to vandalism. Inconceivable how anyone would stoop to doing something like that, but the garden does not have a fence around it. The plantings were spectacular, still in progress, but a team of staff members were working to finish weeding and planting. Just a breath taking garden in the tradition of the finest formal gardens found in England. We will fondly remember our visit. Free admission, but donations welcomed.
2. Munsinger Gardens
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 404 reviews
Located along the scenic Mississippi River, these gardens are known for their shade-loving plants including numerous hostas and ferns.
Reviewed By cmsr1128
This is a beautiful area to visit just to walk through and enjoy the many different plants and wonderful walkways along side of the Mississippi River. The fall colors are so beautiful all around the fountains and gorgeous scenic views. I love coming here to just walk and visit with friends and go to the little gift shop. I recommend it for anyone who has time to soak in this totally awesome place.
3. Lutz Railroad Garden
4. Millennium Garden
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 41 reviews
Reviewed By Disneygirl98 - Plymouth, United States
Beautiful place to walk around and see pretty gardens. Great place to take pictures and have a wedding.
5. Sargent's Nursery
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
For over 90 years Sargent’s Nursery has served the Red Wing Community with genuine care and a smile. Beyond our old-fashioned, in-store customer service and our newest point of sales technology, we also strive to serve our community through outreach and fundraising efforts and are honored to continue to do so into the next century. We take pride in continuing to deliver expert horticultural advice, high quality flowers, shrubs, trees and houseplants, unique garden and home décor and a comfortable shopping environment in which to make it all happen! Sargent’s Nursery is also the premier provider of Landscape Design and Installation in the area and has proven time and again that the outdoor spaces around our homes ought to be just as beautiful and enjoyable as the spaces within. We hope to see you soon!
Reviewed By bonniebZ5039WU
Local experts, great service, and wonderful products make this a special place. I've found plants that WILL grow in my yard, advice regarding trees and plants, products to control pests, bird feeders and bird baths, and more at this wonderful 'hometown' business. Thankful it is available in this area.
6. Touch the Sky Prairie
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
“Touch the Sky Prairie” is northwest of Luverne, one mile from where Jim Brandenburg was born. The high rolling terrain has a 360-degree view with vistas that reach as far as 20 miles. The Brandenburg Prairie Foundation, along with the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service, have purchased over 800 acres of untilled prairie land in Rock County, Minnesota creating the “Touch the Sky Prairie"
7. Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,754 reviews
The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is closed for renovation, and will reopen in June 2017. One of the crown jewels of the city’s park system, the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden unites two of Minnesota’s most cherished resources—its greenspace and its cultural life. A partnership with the Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board, the Garden is a top destination for tourists to enjoy art like the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry in an outdoor park setting.
Reviewed By victoriavZ5721AB - Rochester, United States
Had to check out the Minneapolis sculpture garden to see the famous spoon and cherry. We parked in the $4 parking lot and enjoyed strolling through the walkways to see some interesting sculptures. The native landscape and wildflowers only added to the beauty of the art and the location in the city. Got some cool pics as well which I'm sure we'll cherish for a long time!
8. Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 618 reviews
Reviewed By chanmas - Chanhassen, United States
Beautiful in all seasons. The 3 mile drive and 3 mile walking path takes you around the garden, trees and bee center. Enjoy the change of seasons with awesome decorations. The food in the cafeteria is also pretty good and is a nice place to sit and enjoy the views.
9. Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 2,074 reviews
Located in historic Como Park, this popular zoo, especially known for its California sea lion exhibit, also features a great cat display, gorillas and giraffes.
Reviewed By Smiliemn - Saint Paul, United States
Como Park is always a great place to visit. I always enjoy walking through the conservatory and seeing what flowers are in the sunken garden or what’s currently flowering. The zoo is fun as well, although weekends in the summer get crowded. The seal harbor is currently under construction, so if you go soon, you won’t see the Sparky Show. It looks like it will be beautiful when the new Seal Harbor is finished so be sure to check it out!
