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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Planning the perfect vacation in Minnesota is easier than ever with our all-in-one platform for finding and booking day trips, tours, excursions, and memorable local experiences. Browse curated activities, compare options, and check live availability so you can reserve your must-do adventures well before you arrive in Minnesota. By booking ahead, you skip the hassle of searching once you're already on vacation and avoid missing out on popular experiences that fill up fast. Let us help you build a trip that’s smooth, stress-free, and filled with the moments you’ll remember most.
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
Lily Pad
From $64.09 / 4 Hour Rental
Mound
Up to 8 Hours
Relax & Rent LLC
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Messy Slime Party - Recommended for ages 7+
Make 3 Different Slimes • 1.5 Hours
Classic (Straight Bar) - minimum 5'6"
For ages 15+ • Great for families! • 1-8 Hr Rentals • Experience Mendota Heights & the Mississippi!
Mendota Heights
Pedego Mendota Heights
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Summer Yoga Series
1.75 Hours • Starting at $75.02 per person
Duluth
2 Hours
Cedar & Stone Sauna
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Public Narrated Sightseeing Cruise
Starting at $22 | 2 hours | Great for families!
White South Bay 22' Pontoon Rental
All Ages • 4 Hours - 7 Day Rental • Up to 11 People
Braham
Weezy's Watersports Rentals
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Float Fest 2026 - Presented by Bolton & Menk
A Celebration of the Mississippi River, from the Mississippi River!
Brooklyn Park
9:30 - 4:00 PM
Canoe, Kayak, Rafting, SUP, Wellness
Mississippi River Paddle Share
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Summer Cooking Camp
Morning & Afternoon Sessions • 4 Days • 3 Hours/Day • Ages 7-15
St Paul
3 Hours Per Camp
Kid-Friendly
Cooking Class
St. Paul - Way Cool Cooking School
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Canal Park Tour
For all ages! • Each Carriage fits up to 6 • 20 Minutes
Pontoon Rental – Single Day
Reserve Detroit Lakes' most fully loaded rental pontoon. Full schedule available online.
Detroit Lakes
Up to 8 hours
Boat Rental
Baxstar Fishing Guide Service
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Boat Rentals Explore All
2026 Bennington Quad Bench Tri Toon
Starting at $395 • Up to 12 passengers - Tritoon - 200HP
Red Wing
Boat Rental
River Valley Power & Sport
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2017 20′ Sweetwater Pontoon
Daily Rentals • 8 passengers or maximum of 1350 lbs
Deer River
Daily-Weekly
Boat Rental
Bowstring Shores Resort
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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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SEADOO GTX 155
2+ Hour Rentals • Must Be 25+ to Rent • Up to 2 People
Mound
Boat Rental
Edmond Boat Rental
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24 Foot Godfrey Tri Toon with 200HP Yamaha
Experience our stunning 24-foot Godfrey Tritoon with a powerful 200hp Yamaha engine
Brainerd
1-7 Days
Boat Rental
FRANTASTICK FUN RENTALS. LLC
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“THE DARLING” 21' WEERES PONTOON WITH CANOPY - 25 HP MOTOR -
• Perfect for up to 10 people! - New floor & seating!
Carlos
Boat Rental
Lake Carlos Marina
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17 Foot Lund Adventure with 90hp 4-Stroke Rental
1 day to 2 weeks
International Falls
1 day to 2 weeks
Boat Rental
Voyageurs Outfitters
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“THE MARGE” 21’ SUN TRACKER PONTOON WITH CANOPY - 25 HP MOTOR
Ages 21+ up to Book • 1/2 Day-7 Days • Perfect for up to 10 people!
Carlos
Boat Rental
Lake Carlos Marina
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22 Foot Bennington Tritoon with 150hp Yamaha
Experience exhilarating fun for everyone aboard the Bennington Tritoons!
Brainerd
1-7 Days
Boat Rental
FRANTASTICK FUN RENTALS. LLC
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“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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Kayak Tours Explore All
Two Person River Canoe Rental
2-3 hour • 8 mile canoe river trip
Cannon Falls
2-3 Hours
Canoe, Kayak
Cannon Falls Canoe & Bike Rentals
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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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10 Passenger Pontoon Rental
4-8 hours • All ages
Chisago City
Kayak
Captain Shawn's Rentals
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Wild River Landing to Taylors Falls Dam
Our most popular day trip! • 3-4 hours • 10 miles
Taylors Falls
4 Hours
Canoe, Kayak
Eric's Canoe & Kayak Rental
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Kayak Rental • Excelsior
Kayak Rental Lake Minnetonka • Ages 12+
Excelsior
Kayak, Rentals, Water Activities
Wai Nani Long
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6 Passenger Pontoon Rental
4-8 hours • All ages
Chisago City
Kayak
Captain Shawn's Rentals
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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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Double Kayak Rentals
1-8 hour options • All ages
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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Snowmobile Tours/Rental Explore All
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 - 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 - 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 - 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 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 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 - 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 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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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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Experience Duluth Explore All
Pendant Necklace Class
Ages 14+ • 60 - 90 Minutes • Up to 6 Participants
Cruiser Bike Rental
Duluth
4 Hours
Bike Rental
Zenith Adventure | Vista Fleet
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The Pizza Party Express - Coach Seats
For All Ages! • 2.5 Hours up the shore and back • Reservation Required
Duluth
2.5 hours
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Mountain Bike Rental
Duluth
4 Hours
Zenith Adventure | Vista Fleet
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October Beer Tasting Train - Coach Seats
Ages 21+ • 2.5 Hours • October 9th • Samplings included
Duluth
2.5 hours
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Traverse Paddleboard Rental
Equipment Rentals • All Ages
Duluth
Half Day (4 Hours) & Full Day (8 Hours)
Zenith Adventure | Vista Fleet
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Blown Ornament Class
Ages 10+ • Up to 6 Participants • Starting at $113.80 (including taxes and fees)
Month Unlimited Membership
Duluth Waterfront Tour
All Ages Welcome • 75 Minutes
Duluth
1 Hour and 15 Minutes
Zenith Adventure | Vista Fleet
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Kid-Friendly Tours Explore All
Annie at Chanhassen Dinner Theater
🎭 A Classic Saturday Getaway: Annie at Chanhassen Dinner Theatre | Nov. 14 or Dec. 12, 2026
Stewartville
10 hours
Kid-Friendly
Bus Tour, Theater
Rochester Trolley & Tour Company
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Pumpkin Paperweight Class
Ages 10+ • Up to 6 Participants • Craft Glass Pumpkins!
Duluth
1 Hour for Groups of 1-3 People / 2 Hours for Gr
Kid-Friendly
Lake Superior Art Glass
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Kids Birthday Party
90 Minutes • Ages 4-15 • Price includes 10 people • Starting at $432.48
St Paul
90 Minutes
Kid-Friendly
Cooking Class
St. Paul - Way Cool Cooking School
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Sizzlin' Chicago
Experience the Windy City Like Never Before! Join us June 21-25, 2027 for our Sizzlin' Chicago Tour
Stewartville
5 Days
Kid-Friendly
Rochester Trolley & Tour Company
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Crochet 101: Abridged Basics or Finishing
For ages 10+ • 1.5 Hours
Minneapolis
Kid-Friendly
Fiber Works MPLS
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Family Flamework Class
Ages 4+ • 90 Minutes
Duluth
1.5 hours
Kid-Friendly, Private Tours
Lake Superior Art Glass
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Kids Cooking Class
Ages 7-15 • 1.5 - 3 Hours • Starting at $102.71 per child
St Paul
1.5- 3 Hours
Kid-Friendly
Cooking Class
St. Paul - Way Cool Cooking School
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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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Cathedral of St. Paul, MN Multilingual Tour
Official Cathedral Tour
St Paul
1 Hour
Kid-Friendly
TourPatron
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Duluth Winter Village Tour
Discover Duluth’s Winter Wonderland: A Festive Getaway of Lights, and Holiday Magic! Dec. 3-6, 2026
Stewartville
4 Days / 3 Nights
Kid-Friendly
Rochester Trolley & Tour Company
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Experience Lake Superior Explore All
The Great Pumpkin Train - Coach Seats
For All Ages • 1.5 Hour Ride & Museum Activities Included • A Fall Tradition with Pumpkins
Duluth
1.5 hours
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Museum Admission
All Day Access • Explore Duluth Train History! • Optional Pre-purchase
Duluth
All Day Access
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Nightlight Class
Ages 10+ • Up to 6 Participants • Craft Glass Nightlights!
Duluth
1 Hour for Groups of 1-3 People / 2 Hours for Gr
Kid-Friendly
Lake Superior Art Glass
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Deckboat Outing
Enjoy the best of the inland lakes of Cook County in a deckboat!
Grand Marais
3 hours
Kid-Friendly
Boat Rental
Sail the North Shore
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Paperweight Class
Ages 10+ • Up to 6 Participants • Craft Glass Paperweights!
Duluth
1 Hour for Groups of 1-3 People / 2 Hours for Gr
Kid-Friendly
Lake Superior Art Glass
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The Great Pumpkin Train - First Class Dome Car
For All Ages • 1.5 Hour Ride & Museum Activities Included • A Fall Tradition with Pumpkins
Duluth
1.5 hours
Train
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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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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Donations - Gallery Car Update
Support Lake Superior Railroad Museum Gallery Car
Duluth
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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The Northwoods Explorer - First Class Dome Cars
For All Ages • 2.5 Hours up the shore • Dome seating • Snacks & Drinks included
Duluth
2.5 hours
North Shore Scenic Railroad & Lake Superior Railroad Museum
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Glass Icicle Class
Ages 14+ • 60 - 90 minutes • Up to 6 Participants