What to do In Northeast Minnesota, MN
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Places To Go In Northeast Minnesota
Welcome, traveler, to Northeast Minnesota. Your journey has landed you here, and new adventures are calling your name. Now that you’ve arrived, you can stay in the safety and comfort of your hotel and watch the world spin past…or you can embrace this new place you’ve come to. Learn its streets. Meet its people. Learn its history. Your hand is already on the doorknob, isn’t it?
Things to Do in Northeast Minnesota
You’ll not be wanting for things to do in Northeast Minnesota. Explore the downtown area in search of museums and boutiques…or that next delicious meal. What tickles your fancy? A delectable five-course supper at the restaurant you’ve been hearing about? Or perhaps you’d rather read the paper while sipping hot coffee at one of the cafes scattered throughout town. Take in a show at the theatre, or just walk along down the main thoroughfare, watching people wander past.
Why spend hours ruminating over what to do in Northeast Minnesota? Let the possibilities wash over you as you explore this new region. Move out on foot and get to know the area on a more personal level. Find that perfect souvenir at one of the smaller shops, or reinvent your entire artistic aesthetic at your new favorite gallery.
Is the wind whispering suggestions in your mind? Rent a car and take it out beyond city limits and into the wild blue yonder. Explore the smaller cities and towns past the border, and get to know the stories behind them. Visit a county fair and let childhood memories wash over you as cotton candy melts in your mouth. Sample hand-made jam at a stop on a forgotten highway, or let the hustle and bustle of modern life sweep you away as you lose yourself in the organized chaos of a modern metropolis. Your choices are endless—and so are the adventures to come.
When you book your journey with Travelocity, you’re never far from Northeast Minnesota attractions. After all, the money you save when you plan a trip with us is best spent along the way. Whether it’s the roar of the city you crave, or the quiet solitude that comes with a simpler getaway, everything you need to get started is right here.
Popular places to visit
Voyageurs National Park
Access more than 500 islands by boat and explore this park’s seemingly endless miles of shoreline under the clear skies of northern Minnesota.
Gooseberry Falls State Park
Explore the great outdoors at Gooseberry Falls State Park, a lovely green space in Two Harbors. Wander the lakeside and beaches in this romantic area.
Lutsen Mountains
Hit the slopes at Lutsen Mountains, a top ski area in Grand Marais. Wander the lakeside in this relaxing area.
Mille Lacs Lake
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Mille Lacs Lake during your travels in Aitkin. Stroll along the area's lakeside or simply enjoy its restaurants.
Bayfront Festival Park
Explore the great outdoors at Bayfront Festival Park, a lovely green space in Duluth. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area, or check out its top-notch restaurants.
Aerial Lift Bridge
You can find out about the history of Duluth with a visit to Aerial Lift Bridge. While you're in the area, stroll along the waterfront.