- TripBuzz found 210 things to do with kids in or near Apple Valley, Minnesota, including 207 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Shakopee and Burnsville.
- From Minnesota Zoo to Apple Valley Aquatic Center, the Apple Valley area offers 85 different types of family activities, including: Water Parks, Zoos, Movie Theaters and Parks.
- Approximately 20 miles from Minneapolis, Apple Valley was founded in 1969 and is now the 18th most populous city in the state. Even so, it has several unspoiled areas used for hiking, biking and wildlife viewing. Named the 17th best place to live in the US by Money Magazine, Apple Valley holds Apple Valley Freedom Days around the 4th of July every year.
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TCF Bank Stadium is an outdoor “horseshoe” style sports arena that is located on the University of Minnesota. Opened in 2009, this is the home field of the Minnesota Golden Gophers of the Big Ten Conference.
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Located on the University of Minnesota, the Williams Arena is home to the Golden Gopher’s women’s and men’s basketball team. This state-of-the-art facility is designed with a raised floor, arched roof and an attached ice arena.
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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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At Marcus Shakopee Theatres, guests can sit back, relax, and enjoy the latest Hollywood flicks. Featuring a full concessions stand and arcade, this theatre isn't usually crowded even on opening nights.
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The Mariucci Arena is located on the campus of the University of Minnesota. This arena has been host to numerous NCAA events and features an Olympic-sized ice sheet, LED scoreboards, 18 luxury suites and has the ability to seat 10,000 fans.
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193 Pennsylvania Ave East, St. Paul, MN 55101
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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.
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Minneapolis' Guthrie Theater is a high-caliber theater that presents straight plays, musicals and monologue shows. Tickets are available online and at the box office. The Guthrie Theater also offers dinner theater at intervals throughout the year.
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The Orpheum Theater was originally owned by the renowned singer Bob Dylan and his brother, David Zimmerman. This theater features numerous Broadway shows every year, as well as concerts, comedy shows and others plays.
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One of the most extensive routes in the area is the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway. It features over 40 miles of bike trails that run throughout the entire city in addition to the general driving route for cars.
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Set in the ruins of an abandoned flour mill, the Mill City Museum is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. Its primary building was formerly the world's greatest flour mill. The museum is dedicated to the relationship between the flour industry and the city of Minneapolis.