- 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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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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At Crystal Lake Beach, visitors can lounge in the sun, swim, fish, or go boating. The beach is situated in a 24 acre park with pavilions, tables, and grills in the picnic area.
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The venerable Minneapolis Institute of Arts is located in Minneapolis, Minnesota. It is open Tuesday through Saturday on every day but Thanksgiving, and museum admission is free. Special travelling exhibits, however, often require a small entrance fee.
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Big Thrill Factory is a family entertainment center and arcade. Visitors will find an 18-hole miniature golf course, bowling, a laser tag arena, bumper cars, climbing walls, arcade games, and an in-house pizzeria.
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15501 Murphy Lake Road, Savage, MN 55378
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An ideal venue for outdoor enthusiasts, Murphy-Hanrahan Park Reserve provides picturesque trails for challenging hikes and bike rides. In the winter, it is also a popular place for cross-country skiing.
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Muskies & More Guide Service is a guided fishing business run by local native and captain Brian Koshenina. Visitors of all skill levels commonly enjoy taking guided fishing tours and learning about the fishing lakes in the Twin Cities area.
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The Three Rivers Park District is a recreational district that supports activities including archery, geocaching, biking, boating, camping, fishing, and picnicking. The district also has a couple of playgrounds and a swimming pool.
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The largest park in Dakota County is the Lebanon Hills Regional Park which holds roughly 2,000 acres of land. In addition to a visitor center, there are miles of trails and several lakes for outdoor recreational activities.
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11129 162nd Street West, Lakeville, MN 55044
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A 38-lane bowling facility, Brunswick Zone XL - Lakeville offers open and league bowling along with a laser tag arena. The center provides a bar and grill, billiard tables, arcade game machines and rooms for private events.
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725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403
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Art and nature lovers enjoy spending time at the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden, a series of outdoor art installations that fuels the imagination as its delights the eyes. The Garden covers 11 acres.