Free & Cheap Things to Do in Andover, MN

  • The list below includes 105 free or cheap things to do in or near Andover, Minnesota, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Archery.
  • From Andover Cinema to Andover Lanes, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Andover and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Minnetonka and Wayzata.
  • The list below includes 105 free or cheap things to do in or near Andover, Minnesota, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Bowling, Children's Play Area, Movie Theaters and Archery.
  • From Andover Cinema to Andover Lanes, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Andover and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Minnetonka and Wayzata.
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19.3 Miles
96% 46 votes
Specialty Museums 1021 Bandana Boulevard East #222, St. Paul, MN 55108 MoreLess Info
The Twin Cities Model Railroad Museum pays homage to railroads of the past. The museum is known for its O-Scale exhibit, which starts at the St. Anthony Falls Mining District and ends at the Minnesota Transfer Railways switching yard.
19.7 Miles
93% 511 votes
Lake West Lake St and Calhoun Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55408 MoreLess Info
Located in the Chain of Lakes, Minneapolis' Lake Calhoun is a prime destination for swimming, fishing, tubing, boating, waterskiing, parasailing, kite flying and other enjoyable waterfront activities. Visitors may rent watercraft and enjoy a meal at the Tin Fish, a restaurant by the water's edge.
20.5 Miles
92% 26 votes
Bike Paths Lake Minnetonka, Grove Lane E, Wayzata, MN MoreLess Info
Offering 13 paved miles, the Dakota Rail Regional Trail follows the route of the former Dakota Rail Corridor. Visitors can hike, bike, and walk their dogs along the trail which offers panoramic views of Lake Minnetonka.
20.5 Miles
75% 4 votes
Recreation Centers 2100 White Bear Avenue, Maplewood, MN 55109 MoreLess Info
As a recreational center, Maplewood Community Center offers a variety of classes and activities for the residents of its city. In addition to a gym, the facilities include a sport shop, racquetball court, pool, and theater.
20.7 Miles
75% 12 votes
Maze White Bear Av. and Frost St., Maplewood, MN MoreLess Info
Ramsey County Sheriff's Department Fright Farm is a haunted house that features an all adult cast of performers. The haunting experience is produced by professional craftsmen, theater artists, and law enforcement professionals.
20.8 Miles
85% 60 votes
Movie Theaters 5677 Hadley Avenue North, Oakdale, MN 55128 MoreLess Info
The Marcus Oakdale Cinema is a movie theatre featuring 17 modern auditoriums. Among these auditoriums is a 3 story tall and 70 foot wide UltraScreen auditorium, as well as multiple CineDine auditoriums, which allow for in-theatre dining.
21.0 Miles
98% 308 votes
Movie Theaters 3800 42nd Av. S., Minneapolis, MN 55406 MoreLess Info
Opened in 1948, Riverview Theater is a single-screen movie theater that displays first-run Hollywood movies along with art films. It offers digital presentation, high-back seats, a lounge area with a television, stadium seating and a snack bar.
21.0 Miles
97% 39 votes
History Museums 193 Pennsylvania Ave East, St. Paul, MN 55101 MoreLess Info
Formerly a steam room engine maintenance facility for the Great Northern Railway, the Jackson Street Roundhouse uses exhibits to educate visitors about the history of the railway. Highlights include a roundhouse turntable and vintage steam engines.
21.0 Miles
50% 22 votes
Movie Theaters 1830 Grand Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 MoreLess Info
Featuring two auditoriums, Grandview 1 & 2 is an art deco styled cinema originally built in 1933 as a single-screen theater. The theater offers first-run feature films along with a traditional theater snack bar.
21.1 Miles
97% 500 votes
Lake West 42nd St and West Lake Harriet Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55409 MoreLess Info
Minneapolis is home to Lake Harriet, which covers almost 350 acres, plus a 67-acre coastal region. The lake features hiking trails, bike paths and two beaches. Professional lifeguards are on duty during swimming hours.
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