Free & Cheap Things to Do in Bloomington, MN

  • The list below includes 197 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Minnesota, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Aquariums, Comedy Clubs, Maze and Movie Theaters.
  • From Normandale Japanese Garden to Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Burnsville and Hastings.
  • The list below includes 197 free or cheap things to do in or near Bloomington, Minnesota, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like Aquariums, Comedy Clubs, Maze and Movie Theaters.
  • From Normandale Japanese Garden to Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Bloomington and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Burnsville and Hastings.
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24.3 Miles
100% 1 votes
Parks 12805 Saint Croix Trl S, Hastings, MN 55033 MoreLess Info
Carpenter Nature Center provides opportunities for patrons to explore the outdoors. The center has property on both the Minnesota and Wisconsin sides of St. Croix River and offers hiking trails, exhibits with live animals and wildlife throughout the restored prairie.
24.3 Miles
50% 2 votes
National & State Parks 10191 St. Croix Trail S., Hastings, MN 55033 MoreLess Info
Located along the St. Croix River, St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park sits on 579 acres and can be used for fishing, boating, tennis, basketball and camping. The park provides a children's playground, picnic areas and hiking trails.
24.6 Miles
83% 6 votes
Parks 8973 St. Croix Trail South, Hastings, MN 55033 MoreLess Info
Whistling Well Farm grows over 20 of the regions varieties of apples. Patrons may choose washed and graded apples from the farm market or pick their own and the Farm store is stocked with apple cider, pumpkins,
24.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Beaches 14593-14741 Point Douglas Dr S, Hastings, MN 55033 MoreLess Info
Point Douglas Beach is a recreational park that features a fishing pier, a picnic area, public restrooms, and a swimming beach. The park also has grills beside the picnic tables.
24.9 Miles
93% 160 votes
Farms & Ranches 450 Apple Orchard Road, White Bear Lake, MN 55110 MoreLess Info
Besides the 25 varieties of apples grown, the Pinte Tree Apple Orchard also is a strawberry farm. It has on its site its own bakery.
24.9 Miles
92% 62 votes
National & State Parks 6959 Pellar Avenue South, Hastings, MN 55033 MoreLess Info
Afton State Park in Minnesota was established to preserve its unique natural features. It offers hiking, biking, camping, and swimming. The park's visitor center shows interpretative displays suitable for the whole family.
24.9 Miles
57% 7 votes
Go Karts 11700 Troy Ln N, Maple Grove, MN 55369 MoreLess Info
Visitors can enjoy a variety of racing karts, racing tracks, and kart racing leagues at ProKART Indoor Racing. The kart racing venue hosts private parties and corporate events and offers a kids racing school.
25.7 Miles
100% 1 votes
Archery 13315 Hanson Blvd, Andover, MN 55304 MoreLess Info
In business since 1957, Rapids Archery Club offers a variety of indoor and outdoor archery ranges. The club offers archery lessons that focus on either bowhunting or target shooting, and hosts regular tournaments.
26.1 Miles
56% 41 votes
Movie Theaters 1836 Bunker Lake Boulevard, Andover, MN 55304 MoreLess Info
Watch a variety of movies at Andover Cinema located near Bunker Hills Regional Park. Along with showing the most up-to-date films, this theater offers stadium seating and tasty concessions.
26.1 Miles
67% 3 votes
Bowling 13633 Martin St NW, Andover, MN 55304 MoreLess Info
Andover Lanes offers 24 lanes of bowling as well as leagues and youth programs. Amenities include a full-service bar and restaurant with happy hours, party packages for all ages and special events.
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