Free & Cheap Things to Do in St. Paul, MN

  • The list below includes 220 free or cheap things to do in or near St. Paul, Minnesota, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Children's Museums.
  • From State Fairgrounds Minnesota to St. Croix River, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in St. Paul and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Minneapolis, Burnsville, Hastings and Stillwater.
  • The list below includes 220 free or cheap things to do in or near St. Paul, Minnesota, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Children's Museums.
  • From State Fairgrounds Minnesota to St. Croix River, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in St. Paul and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Minneapolis, Burnsville, Hastings and Stillwater.
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11.5 Miles
99% 103 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 860 Cliff Road, Eagan, MN 55123 MoreLess Info
The largest park in Dakota County is the Lebanon Hills Regional Park which holds roughly 2,000 acres of land. In addition to a visitor center, there are miles of trails and several lakes for outdoor recreational activities.
12.4 Miles
93% 160 votes
Farms & Ranches 450 Apple Orchard Road, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 MoreLess Info
Besides the 25 varieties of apples grown, the Pinte Tree Apple Orchard also is a strawberry farm. It has on its site its own bakery.
12.6 Miles
93% 71 votes
Movie Theaters 1625 West End Boulevard, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 MoreLess Info
With the company's history dating back to more than 100 years ago, the Showplace Icon Theatre has now state of the art technologies and its own snack bar for the moviegoers to enjoy.
12.6 Miles
74% 42 votes
Malls West 66th Street and France Avenue, Edina, MN 55435 MoreLess Info
Southdale Center is the first covered shopping mall in the United States. But it has changed so much since it opened in 1956. There are new stores now which are of the higher end, plus several good restaurants and a theater.
12.6 Miles
67% 3 votes
Recreation Centers 5100 Wooddale Avenue, Edina, MN 55424 MoreLess Info
Edina Country Club features an 18-hole golf course and a pro shop for visitors' golfing needs. In addition, it offers a swimming pool, several different kinds of tennis courts, and other amenities.
12.9 Miles
82% 73 votes
Playgrounds 7700 York Ave. S, Edina, MN 55435 MoreLess Info
This is an indoor park with jungle gym, pool, mini basketball courts, jumping castle, slide, and a climbing area. The padded floor for the scooters and bikes is a good place for kids to play. This is a park especially made for kids to have fun.
13.0 Miles
83% 48 votes
Breweries 4811 Dusharme Dr., Brooklyn Center, MN 55429 MoreLess Info
Find out how beer is made at Surly Brewing Company. After a guided tour of the production facility, visitors can then sample Surly beers in their spacious taproom.
13.2 Miles
100% 5 votes
Historic Sites 401 East 104th Street, Bloomington, MN 55420 MoreLess Info
Pond-Dakota Mission Park is the site of the historic Oak Grove Mission and Gideon Pond House. Patrons can view the Minnesota River Valley or access the river valley trails from the park. The Pond house is open for tours.
13.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 515 2nd St E, Stillwater, MN 55082 MoreLess Info
Situated with scenic river views, Pioneer Park is a publicly owned and managed area featuring two pavilions, playgrounds, and barbecue pits. The park also contains a band shell that is used for special performances and summer concerts.
13.8 Miles
- 0 votes
Hobby Shops 11995 County Road 11, Burnsville, MN 55337 MoreLess Info
Established in 1899, Eagle Magic & Joke Store is the oldest magic store in the whole country. The shop includes how-to instructions for many magic tricks, props, costumes, and specialty card decks for tricks.
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