- Our list of the best things to do in Austin, Minnesota, features the top 20 nearby activities — including 10 great attractions with user approval ratings of 90% or more!
- Austin, MN has a variety of great sights and experiences nearby. Top categories include: Entertainment & Shows, Museums & Galleries, Sights & Landmarks, and Amusement.
- The results below include the top 12 things to do within the city of Austin, MN , followed by 8 popular activities in nearby cities, including Albert Lea
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32.1 Miles
A city park that spans 225 acres, Kaplan's Woods Parkway offers a number of amenities: hiking and biking trails, a large picnic shelter with a grill, a beach with sand volleyball, and a boat launch.
32.1 Miles
Offering art classes to the local community, Owatonna Arts Center provides visitors with an opportunity to develop skills in painting, sculpture, and more. It also has a gallery that rotates a variety of artists monthly.
32.1 Miles
Organized in April 1966, the Little Theatre of Owatonna produces community theater shows for its patrons to enjoy. The theater shows four shows per season including comedies, dramas, and musicals.
32.2 Miles
Featuring a statue of Princess Owatonna, Mineral Springs Park is home to a mineral water spring and a waterfall. The park includes picnic areas, walking trails, horseshoe and sand volleyball courts as well as a playground.
32.6 Miles
Part of the Wehrenberg theater chain, Rochester Galaxy 14 Cinemas is a 14-theater movie multiplex that shows first-run movies. The theaters feature digital video and sound as well as stadium seating.
32.9 Miles
The Douglas Trail is 12 ½ miles-long. Hiking, biking and horseback riding can be done during the summer, while in the winter skiing and snowmobiling is permitted.
33.1 Miles
70%
20 votes
1195 West Circle Drive S.W., Rochester, MN 55902
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The History Center of Olmsted County has on its site the Mayowood Mansion and Gardens, a museum and several other historic sites.
33.8 Miles
77%
53 votes
3297 N County Road 45, Owatonna, MN 55060
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Also known as the Reptile Amphibian Discovery Zoo, the RAD ZOO is home to crocodiles, turtles, lizards, fish, birds and even invertebrates. It can host themed birthday parties.
34.0 Miles
70%
10 votes
4481 N Frontage Road NW, Hwy 14 W, Rochester, MN 55901
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A family-owned boutique winery, Post Town Winery makes a variety of wines from local grapes. They host tastings with food pairings and chocolates, and host special events, reunions and parties.
34.2 Miles
The Plummer House can be rented for special events, such as weddings and meetings, being able to welcome up to 100 people. It is surrounded by a park.