Free & Cheap Things to Do in Maple Grove, MN

  • The list below includes 174 free or cheap things to do in or near Maple Grove, Minnesota, including 88 different types of inexpensive activities like Go Karts, National & State Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Malls.
  • From Fish Lake Regional Park to Elm Creek Park Reserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Maple Grove and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Shakopee and Bloomington.
  • The list below includes 174 free or cheap things to do in or near Maple Grove, Minnesota, including 88 different types of inexpensive activities like Go Karts, National & State Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas and Malls.
  • From Fish Lake Regional Park to Elm Creek Park Reserve, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Maple Grove and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Shakopee and Bloomington.
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18.4 Miles
78% 74 votes
Aquariums 120 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425 MoreLess Info
Located under the Mall of America, the Underwater Adventure may worth the while with its many programs: wild Amazon, touch of the wild woods, rock pool, scuba with the sharks, and others. It can host birthday parties and other events.
18.4 Miles
58% 64 votes
Comedy Clubs 408 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425 MoreLess Info
Guests at Rick Bronson's House of Comedy are able to enjoy a wide range of comedians, including local talent and big name headliners. They also have access to a full dinner menu that is served during the show.
18.7 Miles
94% 32 votes
Historic Sites 2187 East Highway 101, Shakopee, MN 55379 MoreLess Info
Murphy's Landing was established in 1969 and it covers 88 acres. It is a living museum, which depicts the life in the 19th century, with authentic building and demonstrations. There are also trails on this site.
18.8 Miles
83% 71 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 3815 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55425 MoreLess Info
Popular among the birdwatchers, the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge has floodplain forests, tall grass prairies, and wetlands on its more than 14,000 acres.
18.8 Miles
83% 141 votes
National & State Parks 101 Snelling Lake Rd, St. Paul, MN 55111 MoreLess Info
Outdoor enthusiasts love visiting Fort Snelling State Park in Saint Paul, Minnesota. The park features great fishing spots, shady picnic areas, hiking trails and bike paths. The park is open daily, but overnight camping is not allowed.
19.0 Miles
96% 590 votes
Religious Buildings 239 Selby Ave, St. Paul, MN 55102 MoreLess Info
The Roman Catholic Cathedral of St. Paul is the seat of the Archdiocese of Minneapolis and Saint Paul. It is also the United States' official Catholic shrine of Saint Paul the Apostle and Evangelist. It was built in 1841.
19.1 Miles
94% 319 votes
Historic Sites 240 Summit Ave, St. Paul, MN 55102 MoreLess Info
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.
19.1 Miles
95% 410 votes
History Museums 345 Kellogg Blvd W, St. Paul, MN 55102 MoreLess Info
Saint Paul is home to the Minnesota History Center, a historical and interpretive museum for adults and children. The Center features a core of permanent exhibits augmented by traveling and rotating presentations. It also contains a series of shops and booths for visiting vendors.
19.1 Miles
100% 13 votes
Monuments State Capitol Grounds, St. Paul, MN 55101 MoreLess Info
Built by James Steele Construction Company out of St. Paul, the Minnesota Vietnam Veterans' Memorial honors the state's Vietnam vets. The monument is designed to express honor and help people reflect on the lives that were lost.
19.1 Miles
86% 35 votes
History Museums 345 Kellogg Blvd W, St. Paul, MN 55102 MoreLess Info
Minnesota History Center is an interactive museum with both permanent and changing exhibits. The Center hosts concerts, lectures, family days and other special events throughout the year and is also home to the Minnesota Historical Society library and archives.
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