- Our list of the best things to do in Apple Valley, Minnesota, features the top 262 nearby activities — including 100 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Apple Valley, MN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Outdoor Places, Amusement, Entertainment & Shows, and Museums & Galleries.
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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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A converted railway bed, Gateway Trail, features 18-miles of multi use trails just outside of the twin cities. Bikers, hikers, even the occasional horseback rider enjoy the paved trail and the picturesque lands it passes through.
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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.
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Kids love to burn off excess energy at Jumps & Downs in Shakopee, Minnesota. This indoor playground features many inflatable 'bounce houses' and other amusements that entertain children for hours. Jumps & Downs is extremely popular for birthday parties.
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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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Minneapolis, Minnesota is home to the Walker Art Center, a combination art gallery and performance space. The Center connects the public with modern and emerging art, art forms and artists, including avant-garde dance ensembles and performance artists.
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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.