What to do and see in Moorhead, United States: The Best Places and Tips

January 2, 2018 Christa Meece

Moorhead is a city in Clay County, Minnesota, United States, and the largest city in northwest Minnesota. The population was 42,005 according to the 2015 United States Census estimates. It is the county seat of Clay County.
Restaurants in Moorhead

1. Heritage Hjemkomst Interpretive Center

202 1st Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560-1985 +1 218-299-5511
Excellent
58%
Good
34%
Satisfactory
7%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 150 reviews

Heritage Hjemkomst Interpretive Center

Photographs, recordings and an award-winning documentary chronicle the construction of the 76-foot, hand-built Viking ship Hjemkomst, and its incredible 6,000-mile voyage across the Atlantic in 1982.

Reviewed By Windsurferguy01 - Churchville, Maryland

Stopped by while in Fargo to look at the Viking ship and read it's story. The ship sits in the center of the Center and is surrounded by many displays with information and history. The Center also has a pretty neat gift shop. Definitely worth an hour or two of your time.

2. Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center

2001 44th St S, Fargo, ND 58103-7144 +1 800-235-7654
Excellent
63%
Good
29%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 267 reviews

Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center

Our Visitors Center, the "Grain Elevator", located at exit 348 of Interstate 94 has bushels of information, maps, brochures as well as a gift shop. It is open year round so stop in and talk to our Visitor Center Travel Ambassadors. We provide free wifi, popcorn, and coffee for visitors...And the bathrooms are spick-and-span! The Fargo-Moorhead Visitors Center is also home to the woodchipper from the movie 'FARGO.' Stop by and have your photo taken with the infamous woodchipper! We provide the (fake) leg and bomber hats to complete the photo op. Be sure to see the Celebrity Walk of Fame outside our visitors center with star signatures and hand & foot prints in cement.

Reviewed By Windsurferguy01 - Churchville, Maryland

So I have been to 48 of the 50 states and most of the visitor centers are, get information and get out usually in 5 minutes. This visitor center is one of the best we have ever been to in the U.S. There are actually...MoreThank you for stopping and for taking time to write a review about your experience. We're glad you found the Visitors Center worth the stop and found the staff friendly and helpful. Stop in again if you're ever back in the area!

3. Junkyard Brewing Company

1416 1st Ave N, Moorhead, MN 56560-2208 +1 701-261-8493
Excellent
81%
Good
12%
Satisfactory
6%
Poor
1%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 63 reviews

Junkyard Brewing Company

Reviewed By DawnBJ

I've driven past this place three years now, as my daughter attends NDSU. I've wanted to stop in, try new brew. I wasn't impressed. I was impressed with the young guy making popcorn who called me "hun" though. I would have liked to sample more of your beers. O'well.

4. Newman Outdoor Field

1515 15th Ave., Fargo, ND +1 701-235-6161
Excellent
61%
Good
30%
Satisfactory
8%
Poor
0%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 134 reviews

Newman Outdoor Field

Reviewed By kedalion1 - Sheboygan, Wisconsin

I attended a Redhawks game here in August - the ushers, security, and vendors were very helpful and friendly. The field is beautiful. There are plenty of bathroom facilities for the crowd which was 75% full or so. Plenty of parking close by. What I really enjoyed more than anything though, was that they didn't pipe in music and the sideshow entertainment and eardrum-breaking volumes - you could hear what was going on if you want to, you could ignore it and talk at a normal volume if you want to. Superfan is hilarious! But seriously dude, you get into this a little too much...

5. Bluestem Prairie Preserve

Clay County, Moorhead, MN +1 218-498-2679
Excellent
85%
Good
15%
Satisfactory
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Poor
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5 based on 13 reviews

Bluestem Prairie Preserve

Reviewed By Doxylvr

My husband and I have such high anticipation each year for the announcement of the summer concert lineup at Bluestem. Although the venue won't get huge names, the concerts we have attended here have been very good. Great entertainers, beautiful venue, and a nice Minnesota summer evening--what could be better? Keep up the good work!

6. Red River Zoo

4255 23rd Ave S, (near junction of I-94 and I-29), Fargo, ND 58104-8786 +1 701-277-9240
Excellent
40%
Good
38%
Satisfactory
19%
Poor
2%
Terrible
1%
Overall Ratings

4 based on 247 reviews

Red River Zoo

The Red River Zoo is a leading conservation organization for some of the world's rarest cold climate species. We feature world class exhibits on over 33 beautiful acres. Founded in 1999, we are constantly growing into a leading attraction in the Fargo Moorhead area. Our new interactive Children' Zoo Farm and Nature's Legendary Playground open in 2016! Come in and see for yourself!

Reviewed By MountainSunSea - North Dakota

Went for Holiday Nights event and had a great time. Very nice event, the zoo staff did a great job. Returned on Sunday because it was the only thing open before 12 pm, and glad we did. Cute little zoo.

7. Bluestem Amphitheater

801 50th Ave S, Moorhead, MN 56560-7477
Excellent
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5 based on 3 reviews

Bluestem Amphitheater

Reviewed By Partera60 - Saint Paul, Minnesota

Who knew that Moorhead MN would have such a cool amphitheater and Arts Center? We came for Frank Turner and Jason Isbell, and the schedule showed many top acts coming this month. Located amidst Minnesota cornfields, the amphitheatre is gorgeous, nicely placed on a hill so there's not a bad seat in the house and the sound is good !

8. West Acres Shopping Center

3902 13th Ave S, Fargo, ND 58103-3357
Excellent
43%
Good
46%
Satisfactory
10%
Poor
1%
Terrible
0%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 98 reviews

West Acres Shopping Center

As the region's premier shopping destination, West Acres Shopping Center is home to over 120 stores, including 4 major department stores, and exclusive stores.

Reviewed By SenorGancho - Winnipeg, Canada

I really enjoy the openness of the Mall with the many areas to kick back and relax. The decor is excellent with some terrific features, be it nice big comfy chairs, water fountains, and a good selection of stores. A great little 'treat' is the Roger Maris museum which is fun to spend some time and get some baseball history.

9. Fargo Air Museum

1609 19th Ave N, Fargo, ND 58102-1886 +1 701-293-8043
Excellent
50%
Good
35%
Satisfactory
11%
Poor
2%
Terrible
2%
Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 142 reviews

Fargo Air Museum

Located just off I-29 interstate, The Fargo Air Museum is an easily accessed pet friendly, must-stop location. North Dakota's premiere aviation destination, the Fargo Air Museum's dual hangars are home to aircraft of all eras - from a modern unmanned reconnaissance drone to the "most accurate recreation of a Wright Brothers' flyer the Smithsonian Institute has ever seen." A "flying" museum, many of the airplanes occasionally take to the sky, a unique feature not found in the vast majority of the nation's static-display air museums. More than just a simple place to display its many aircraft, military memorabilia and exhibits, the Fargo Air Museum also houses one of the midwest's largest Aviation libraries. In addition, the museum hosts educational day-camps, speakers and seminars for flight fans of all ages to enjoy. The Fargo Air Museum is a fantastic choice for a unique venue for corporate & private events and has quickly become a local favorite for hosting wedding ceremonies and receptions. Please email for event rental information. Located across the street from the Fargodome, the museum is also surrounded with dining opportunities and is conveniently just moments away from the Fargo's Hector International Airport.

Reviewed By Windsurferguy01 - Churchville, Maryland

This was a really nice aviation museum across from the Fargo Dome featuring a variety of old restored planes. They have two hangers filled with planes and helicopters. It is a very beautiful facility and you almost forget you are in a hanger. The best plane was the DC-3. The Dc-3 was really the first commercial passenger aircraft in the U.S. We were very appreciative that the museum personnel opened the hatch and let us explore the inside of the DC-3. What a treat. Thank you for a great experience..

10. Comstock House

506 8th St S, Moorhead, MN 56560-3504 +1 218-291-4211
Excellent
75%
Good
0%
Satisfactory
25%
Poor
0%
Terrible
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Overall Ratings

4.5 based on 4 reviews

Comstock House

Built by Solomon G. Comstock in 1883, the Victorian home showcases the popular styles of the time, blending Queen Anne and Eastlake designs. Comstock was a U.S. representative, banker, and helped to build James J. Hill's railroad. He and his wife Sarah Ball raised three children in the home. The site reopens for the summer season May 26, 2018.

Reviewed By JesseWhite - Fitchburg, Wisconsin

My wife and I took advantage of the Comstock House’s free day in June. The house is managed by the MN Historical Society, so there are not many of these days, but I would strongly suggest (at least if you are local) to be on the lookout for these as I wouldn’t have paid to see the house. I am still young and love the history of the Comstock family and house, but it isn’t for everyone. The tour was interesting; I think I would have preferred to just walk about on my own. Every time someone came in the front door, we had to stop our tour and then the guide would catch them up, it was probably busier because of the free day, but it didn’t make for the best experience. Everything is presented well in a way that seemed like they just moved out a few weeks ago. They have done a great job keeping history alive in the Comstock House and I appreciate that. I would suggest taking a walk of the historic neighborhood behind the house as there are many other historic homes to see.

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