- The list below includes 59 free or cheap things to do in or near Northfield, Minnesota, including 92 different types of inexpensive activities like Mountain Biking, Bowling, Pubs and Colleges & Universities.
- From Joryo-en Japanese Garden to Carleton College, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Northfield and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Burnsville, Lakeville, Hastings and Prior Lake.
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The General Store of Minnetonka provides a personalized service that could only be experienced in the early 1900s. They have a selection of home decor, special gifts and old time classics.
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A former Federal Court House and Post Office, the Landmark Center is now a cultural center that hosts a variety of events, including dance theater, music, public forums, and exhibitions. The center is on the National Register of Historic Places.
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1021 Bandana Boulevard East #222, St. Paul, MN 55108
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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.
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3675 Arboretum Drive, P.O. Box 39, Chanhassen, MN 55317
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An affiliate of the University of Minnesota, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is both a fun and educational place to visit. It features a number of public gardens with various plant and tree collections. There are also sculptures, a restaurant and gift shop on-site to enhance the experience.
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1019 votes
725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403
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Art and nature lovers enjoy spending time at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, a series of outdoor art installations that fuels the imagination as its delights the eyes. The Garden covers 11 acres.
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Featuring a sculpture garden, Loring Park houses a variety of fountains in unique shapes, a highlight being a dandelion fountain. The William Berry House, a historic Victorian home, is located on the park's grounds.
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The Weisman Art Museum is located on the University of Minnesota main campus. It features a collection of fine arts from the contemporary period with most emphasis on its permanent pieces and some rotating items on loan.
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Nicollet Mall
btwn Washington Ave and 13th St S, Minneapolis, MN 55403
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The Nicollet Mall boasts two million square feet of retail space. This dining and shopping district spreads across 12 blocks of downtown Minneapolis and features a free METRO bus for easy transportation from store to store.
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6900 Ches Mar Drive, Chanhassen, MN 55317
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Situated on a wide lake amid woodlands, Carver County Minnewashta Park hosts recreational space including an off-leash dog park and beach area. Visitors can boat, fish, hike, swim, play volleyball, picnic, or observe wildlife.
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95%
507 votes
West River Road and Portland Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55414
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One of Minneapolis' most striking features is the Stone Arch Bridge, a beautiful and majestic bridge that spans the Mississippi River. The bridge is particularly lovely at night, when recessed lighting illuminates the undersides of its arches.