Free & Cheap Things to Do in Coon Rapids, MN

  • The list below includes 140 free or cheap things to do in or near Coon Rapids, Minnesota, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Batting Cages, Parks, Movie Theaters and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Grand Slam to Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Coon Rapids and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Bloomington and Eden Prairie.
  • The list below includes 140 free or cheap things to do in or near Coon Rapids, Minnesota, including 87 different types of inexpensive activities like Batting Cages, Parks, Movie Theaters and Nature & Wildlife Areas.
  • From Grand Slam to Coon Rapids Dam Regional Park, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Coon Rapids and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Minneapolis, Bloomington and Eden Prairie.
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14.0 Miles
52% 178 votes
Malls btwn Washington Ave and 13th St S, Minneapolis, MN 55403 MoreLess Info
The Nicollet Mall boasts two million square feet of retail space. This dining and shopping district spreads across 12 blocks of downtown Minneapolis and features a free METRO bus for easy transportation from store to store.
14.1 Miles
84% 1019 votes
Gardens 725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403 MoreLess Info
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.
14.1 Miles
80% 129 votes
Parks 1382 Willow St, Minneapolis, MN 55403 MoreLess Info
Featuring a sculpture garden, Loring Park houses a variety of fountains in unique shapes, a highlight being a dandelion fountain. The William Berry House, a historic Victorian home, is located on the park's grounds.
14.2 Miles
85% 183 votes
Art Museum 333 E River Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55455 MoreLess Info
The Weisman Art Museum is located on the University of Minnesota main campus. It features a collection of fine arts from the contemporary period with most emphasis on its permanent pieces and some rotating items on loan.
14.4 Miles
93% 71 votes
Movie Theaters 1625 West End Boulevard, St. Louis Park, MN 55416 MoreLess Info
With the company's history dating back to more than 100 years ago, the Showplace Icon Theatre has now state of the art technologies and its own snack bar for the moviegoers to enjoy.
14.7 Miles
93% 690 votes
Parks 1265 Snelling Ave. N., St. Paul, MN 55108 MoreLess Info
Home to the Minnesota State Fair, the State Fairgrounds Minnesota is a huge expanse located in Saint Paul. The Fair draws tens of thousands of visitors annually and features rides, barnyard animals, crafts, games, delicious food and other delights.
14.9 Miles
97% 1623 votes
Art Museum 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404 MoreLess Info
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.
15.2 Miles
91% 340 votes
History Museums 2600 Park Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55407 MoreLess Info
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.
15.2 Miles
90% 60 votes
Lake 1360 North Lexington Parkway, St. Paul, MN 55103 MoreLess Info
A historical landmark, the Como Lakeside Pavilion has a cafe, banquet and meeting facilities, and paddle boat rentals available. It also has a lakeside stage that hosts concerts and plays during the summer months.
15.2 Miles
91% 34 votes
Parks 1431 Lexington Pkwy N, St. Paul, MN 55103 MoreLess Info
Como Park is a community park that is home to the Como Park Zoo, an 18-hole golf course, and a lakeside pavilion. The park supports activities including fishing, kayaking, running, and wildlife viewing.
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