Explore Things to Do in Minnesota
Welcome to Minnesota - the "Land of 10,000 Lakes", where natural beauty, vibrant cities, and year-round adventure await. Paddle or fish on crystal-clear waters, explore the rugged North Shore of Lake Superior, and hike through scenic state parks filled with forests, waterfalls, and wildlife. Discover the cultural energy of Minneapolis-St. Paul with its world-class museums, theaters, and dining, or unwind in charming small towns rich with Midwest hospitality. Whether you’re enjoying summer festivals, fall color tours, winter sports, or spring blooms, Minnesota offers unforgettable experiences in every season.
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Our website makes it easy to discover and book unforgettable day trips, tours, excursions, and unique experiences in Minnesota - before you even start your vacation. With real-time availability, detailed activity information, and direct booking with trusted tour operators, you can secure the adventures you want without the stress of last-minute planning or sold-out experiences. Whether you’re seeking outdoor thrills, cultural discoveries, or relaxing local highlights in Minnesota, we give you a simple, reliable way to plan ahead and make the most of every moment of your trip.
Why wait until you arrive in Minnesota to book your tours - only to discover that the ones you want are already full? Click any activity below to learn more about the tour, view availability, and reserve your excursions directly with the tour operators today!
Today's Featured Tours Explore All
9' x 25' Slip 13 NO POWER (Leech Lake)
Overnight to 7 Day Slip Rentals
Jackson Street Roundhouse Admission
$6 – $42.40 • Open Wednesdays & Saturdays • 10AM - 4PM • All Ages • Train Ride included Saturdays
St Paul
All Day Admission • Open Year Round on Wednesd
Museum
Minnesota Transportation Museum
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Cabin 9
Sleeps 4 • 2 Night Minimum
Faribault
2 - 7 Nights
Private Tours
Lodging
Winjum's Shady Acres Resort
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Daily Carnival Ride Wristbands
Purchase Your General Admission Wristbands! • Single Session Pass
Roseau
Tuesday, July 21st to Friday, July 24th
Roseau County Fair
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ST-3 Chaparral Ski Boat (8 Hour Rental) - LAKE CITY MARINA
240 HP Volvo Penta • Set-up for Tubing • Seats up to 9 people!
Chippewa Harbor → Malone Bay
One-Way on Voyageur II • 1 Hour • Inter-Island Trip
Grand Portage
1 Hour
Ferry
Grand Portage Isle Royale Transportation Lines
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Week Pass
Starting at $30 | Good for 7 Consecutive Days | Must be 18+
Chisholm
30West Fitness & Recreation
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2026 Bennington Swingback Tri Toon
Starting at $395 • Up to 12 passengers - Tritoon - 200HP
Red Wing
Boat Rental
River Valley Power & Sport
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One Person MINI Raft Rental
2-4 Hour • 8 mile river trip!
Cannon Falls
4 Hours
Rafting
Cannon Falls Canoe & Bike Rentals
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Kayak Tours Explore All
Stand Up Paddle Board Rentals
1-8 hour options • All ages
Sunrise River Landing to Taylors Falls Dam
Ideal for Experienced Paddlers • 6-8 hours • 20 miles
Taylors Falls
6-8 Hours
Canoe, Kayak
Eric's Canoe & Kayak Rental
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Paddle Share: Nature Route
Nature Route 7.5 Miles ~ 2 hours 30
Brooklyn Park, Minneapolis
Kayak
Mississippi River Paddle Share
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Local Paddle - Half-Day Rental ~ NO SHUTTLE
2 hours • Paddle on the St. Croix River
Taylors Falls
2 Hours
Kayak
Eric's Canoe & Kayak Rental
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8 Hour Rental
Single & Tandem Kayaks and SUPS • Renters must be 18+ • From Gomsrud Park
Fairmont
Kayak
Fairmont Lakes Foundation, Inc.
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Solo Sit-on-Top Kayak
Single person kayak - river run, lake paddling or take it to go!
Dundas
Kayak
Farmstead Outdoor Adventures
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Kettle River Whitewater Tour
Hard Water Sports
Sandstone
Kayak
Hard Water Sports
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Full-Day Rental ~ No Shuttle
All day • Explore the St. Croix River north of the Taylor Fall’s Dam
Taylors Falls
All day until 8pm
Canoe, Kayak
Eric's Canoe & Kayak Rental
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Single Kayak Rental
Seats 1 • Ages 16+ to rent • 1-8 Hour Rental Available • From $22.88
White Bear Lake
1 Hour to 8 Hours Rentals
Kayak
Tally's Dockside
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4 Hour Rental
Single & Tandem Kayaks and SUPS • Renters must be 18+ • From Gomsrud Park
Fairmont
Kayak
Fairmont Lakes Foundation, Inc.
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Self Guided Paddling Tour (Intermediate)
All day • 1 or 2 people • 1 Canoe or 1 Kayak
International Falls
Kayak
Voyageurs Outfitters
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“THE VICKY” 20' CRESTLINER PONTOON - 25 HP MOTOR
Ages 21+ up to Book • 1/2 Day-7 Days • Perfect for up to 8 people!
Carlos
Boat Rental
Lake Carlos Marina
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9' x 25' Slip 5 W/ POWER (Leech Lake)
Overnight Slip Rentals
Cabin 6
Sleeps 3 People • 2 Night Minimum
Faribault
2 - 7 Nights
Private Tours
Lodging
Winjum's Shady Acres Resort
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The Duluth Zephyr - Coach Seats
For All Ages! • 1 Hour & 15 Minutes • Most Popular!
Duluth
1 hour & 15 minutes
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Kitty With a View
Ages 6+ • 1.5 - 2 Hours
Tent Sites
Well Maintained Tent Sites • Immerse Yourself in Nature!
Duluth
Daily, Weekly, and Monthly Rates Available
Lodging
Buffalo House
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Skidoo Renegade Sport 600 ACE XS
24 Hours up to a Month! • Single Rider
Grey Eagle
24 Hours - 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Boat Rentals Explore All
“THE BENNY” 18’ BENNINGTON PONTOON WITH CANOPY - 25 HP MOTOR
Ages 21+ up to Book • 1/2 Day-7 Days • Perfect for up to 7 people!
Carlos
Boat Rental
Lake Carlos Marina
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Private Charter
60' Boat • 4 Hours • For All Ages! Call to book extended time.
Garrison
4 Hours
Private Tours
Boat Rental
Glowacki's Resort
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Bennington PR
1-14 Day Rental Options • Up to 10 Guests
Battle Lake
1-14 Day Rental Options
Boat Rental
Scott Davis Services Inc DBA Enclave Dock & Lift
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2026 Bennington Swingback Tri Toon
Starting at $395 • Up to 12 passengers - Tritoon - 200HP
Red Wing
Boat Rental
River Valley Power & Sport
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Old School Fishin' Boat
3 Day minimum • On Trailer
Grey Eagle
3 Days - 2 Weeks
Boat Rental
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Pontoon Rental
Up to 6 passengers • Hourly & weekly rentals available.
Faribault
Hourly - Weekly
Boat Rental
Winjum's Shady Acres Resort
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Bennington SG
1-14 Day Rental Options • Up to 10 Guests
Battle Lake
1-14 Day Rental Options
Boat Rental
Scott Davis Services Inc DBA Enclave Dock & Lift
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“THE TONKA” 22' SUN TRACKER PONTOON WITH CANOPY - 60 HP MOTOR
Ages 21+ up to Book • 1/2 Day-7 Days • Perfect for up to 14 people!
Carlos
Boat Rental
Lake Carlos Marina
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Deckboat Outing
Enjoy the best of the inland lakes of Cook County with a cross between a pontoon and a power boat.
Grand Marais
4 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental
Sail the North Shore
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“THE JAMAICA” 22' Jamaica Pontoon with Canopy - 50 hp motor
Ages 21+ up to Book • 1/2 Day-7 Days • Plush seats & perfect for up to 11 people!
Carlos
Boat Rental
Lake Carlos Marina
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Private Tours Explore All
Mess Hall Arts Events
Public Events - Studio Rental - Private Gatherings
Hopkins
Private Tours
Mess Hall MN
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Birthday Party Package
All Ages • 2 Hours • Price includes 10 people!
Sauk Rapids
2 Hours
Emotion in Motion
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Peaceful Morning
Immersive Full-Day Tour
All Ages • 8 Hours
Ely
8 hours
Cast Outdoor Adventures
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Vista Star Fireworks Cruise
2 Hours
Duluth
2.5 Hours
Zenith Adventure | Vista Fleet
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Bde Maka Ska: From Dakota Village to Cottage City Walking Tour
Tuesday, September 15 • 6-7:30pm
Minneapolis
1.5
Preserve Minneapolis
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Three-Quarter Day Custom Trips
6 Hours • Ages 4+
Ely
6 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Tour
Timber Trail Lodge
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Paddle Share: City Route
4 Miles. 1 hour 15 minutes
Minneapolis
Mississippi River Paddle Share
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Experience Lake Superior Explore All
Museum Admission - Combo Rate Discount
Half-off with train tickets • All Day Access • Use before or after excursion
Duluth
All Day Access
Museum
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Two Harbors Fall Colors Tour - Coach Seats
For All Ages • 6.5 Hours • Autumn Colors of the North Shore
Duluth
6.5 hours
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Museum Memberships
Activate or Renew a Membership to the Museum
Duluth
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Northwoods Dinner Train
In the SkyView Domecar • 2.5 Hours • Delicious Dinner with a View • Reservations Required
Duluth
2.5 hours
Kid-Friendly
Train
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Father's Day BBQ Luncheon
All Ages • 75-mins or 2.5 Hours • Treat Dad to BBQ and Trains!
Duluth
2.5 hours
Train
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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December Designer Experience - Snowman or Ornament
All Ages • Approximately 15 to 30 Minutes per person • Holiday Ornaments and Snowmen!
Duluth
15 - 30 minutes per person
Lake Superior Art Glass
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Glass Earrings Class
Ages 14+ • 60 - 90 Minutes • Up to 6 Participants
The Duluth Passport
Three Attractions for about the price of two • Adults & Children (3-13)
Duluth
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Overnight Trip to Suzie Islands
Let's sail to the Suzie Islands overnight!
Grand Marais
Overnight
Boat Tour
Sail the North Shore
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Couples Exclusive! Unity Glass Class
Ages 10+
Snowmobile Tours/Rental Explore All
Skidoo Grand Touring Sport 600 ACE - Gen 4 Rev Chassis / Skidoo Grand Touring Sport 600 ACE - XS Chassis
24 Hours up to a Month! • Discounted packages!
Grey Eagle
24 Hours up to 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Skidoo Grand Touring Sport 600 ACE - XS Chassis
24 Hours up to a Month! • 1-2 Riders
Grey Eagle
24 Hours - 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Skidoo Grand Touring Sport 600 ACE - XS Chassis / Skidoo Renegade Sport 600 ACE XS
24 Hours up to a Month! • Discounted packages!
Grey Eagle
24 Hours up to 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Skidoo Grand Touring Sport 600 ACE - Gen 4 Rev Chassis
24 Hours up to a Month! • 1-2 Riders
Grey Eagle
24 Hours - 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Skidoo Renegade Sport 600 ACE XS
24 Hours up to a Month! • Single Rider
Grey Eagle
24 Hours - 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Skidoo Grand Touring Sport 600 ACE - XS Chassis / Skidoo MXZ 600 ACE XP
24 Hours up to a Month! • Discounted packages!
Grey Eagle
24 Hours up to 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Skidoo Grand Touring Sport 600 ACE - Gen 4 Rev Chassis / Skidoo MXZ 600 ACE XP
24 Hours up to a Month! • Discounted packages!
Grey Eagle
24 Hours up to 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Skidoo MXZ 600 ACE XP
24 Hours up to a Month! • Single Rider
Grey Eagle
24 Hours - 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Skidoo Grand Touring Sport 600 ACE - Gen 4 Rev Chassis / Skidoo Renegade Sport 600 ACE XS
24 Hours up to a Month! • Discounted packages!
Grey Eagle
24 Hours up to 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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Skidoo Renegade Sport 600 ACE XS / Skidoo MXZ 600 ACE XP
24 Hours up to a Month! • Discounted packages!
Grey Eagle
24 Hours up to 1 Month
Snowmobile
2SledsAndaTrailer.com
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