- The list below includes 86 free or cheap things to do in or near Forest Lake, Minnesota, including 84 different types of inexpensive activities like Movie Theaters, Parks, Nature & Wildlife Areas and National & State Parks.
- From Lake Side Park to Forest Lake 5 Theatre, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in Forest Lake and in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Stillwater, Minneapolis and Hudson.
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31.8 Miles
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120 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425
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Located beneath the sprawling Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota, the SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium is home to more than 10,000 fascinating creatures. Tickets purchased online are sold at a discount.
31.9 Miles
The largest mall in America and the 13th largest in the world, Mall of America has aquariums, themed indoor parks, restaurants, and more than 520 stores.
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Matinees, 4D movies, VIP seats and plenty of other things await the visitor at the 14 theaters in the Theaters at Mall of America.
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408 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425
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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.
32.0 Miles
Southdale Center is the first covered shopping mall in the United States. But it has changed so much since it opened in 1956. There are new stores now which are of the higher end, plus several good restaurants and a theater.
32.2 Miles
The Vintage Paintball Park specializes in all varieties and levels of paintball activities for game enthusiasts. The venue has multiple fields for play and can be booked for birthday parties, corporate events and private gatherings.
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Lake Minnetonka, Grove Lane E, Wayzata, MN
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Offering 13 paved miles, the Dakota Rail Regional Trail follows the route of the former Dakota Rail Corridor. Visitors can hike, bike, and walk their dogs along the trail which offers panoramic views of Lake Minnetonka.
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Situated on 40.58 acres, Glen Park & Public Pool features athletic fields, a children's playground, walking trails and picnic facilities. The public pool offers reservations for private events and can be used for open and lap swimming.
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This is an indoor park with jungle gym, pool, mini basketball courts, jumping castle, slide, and a climbing area. The padded floor for the scooters and bikes is a good place for kids to play. This is a park especially made for kids to have fun.
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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,