- The list below includes 197 free or cheap things to do in or near Apple Valley, Minnesota, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Dance Clubs, Parks and History Museums.
- From Great Clips IMAX Theatre to Bogart's Nightclub, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Apple Valley and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Burnsville and Hastings.
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Lake Harriet
West 42nd St and West Lake Harriet Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55409
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Minneapolis is home to Lake Harriet, which covers almost 350 acres, plus a 67-acre coastal region. The lake features hiking trails, bike paths and two beaches. Professional lifeguards are on duty during swimming hours.
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Featuring two auditoriums, Grandview 1 & 2 is an art deco styled cinema originally built in 1933 as a single-screen theater. The theater offers first-run feature films along with a traditional theater snack bar.
14.6 Miles
Featuring terrain including grasslands, woodlands and wetlands, Bryant Lake Regional Park is home to wildlife like deer and waterfowl. It offers hiking trails, picnic and play areas, a disc golf course and lake access for swimming, fishing and boating
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615 N 5th Street, Cannon Falls, MN 55009
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Cannon Falls Canoe & Bike Rental is a rental company that supports activities such as rafting, biking, kayaking, and canoeing. The company has used equipment for sale and is situated nearby the Cannon Valley Bike Trail.
15.4 Miles
Shoppers come to Saint Paul's Grand Avenue in droves, attracted by its numerous shops, restaurants, coffee houses and other establishments. Grand Avenue is one of the most important commercial districts in Minnesota.
15.5 Miles
Comprised of 12,000 square feet within an underground cave system, the Wabasha Street Caves is a unique facility that is available for private events. The caves have been fitted with stucco ceilings, tile floors, a 60 foot bar, meeting rooms, and dining spaces.
15.6 Miles
The American Swedish Institute was founded in 1929 by Swan J. Turnblad. The castle currently serves as a combination museum and historic home with a variety of exhibits and programs on Swedish culture.
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Located in the Chain of Lakes, Minneapolis' Lake Calhoun is a prime destination for swimming, fishing, tubing, boating, waterskiing, parasailing, kite flying and other enjoyable waterfront activities. Visitors may rent watercraft and enjoy a meal at the Tin Fish, a restaurant by the water's edge.
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Erected by railroad magnate James J. Hill, the James J. Hill Mansion is an imposing stone structure in Saint Paul. It covers 36,500 square feet, has 13 bathrooms and 5 floors. It also contains a pipe organ.
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Saint Paul is home to the Science Museum of Minnesota, a non-profit organization dedicated to science education. It features dozens of permanent exhibits, plus regularly-changing visiting and special displays. The Science Museum of Minnesota is a popular destination for school field trips and is heavily involve…