Free & Cheap Things to Do in St. Paul, MN

  • The list below includes 220 free or cheap things to do in or near St. Paul, Minnesota, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Children's Museums.
  • From State Fairgrounds Minnesota to St. Croix River, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in St. Paul and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Minneapolis, Burnsville, Hastings and Stillwater.
  • The list below includes 220 free or cheap things to do in or near St. Paul, Minnesota, including 90 different types of inexpensive activities like History Museums, Parks, Movie Theaters and Children's Museums.
  • From State Fairgrounds Minnesota to St. Croix River, there are a variety of budget-friendly attractions in St. Paul and in nearby cities within 25 miles like Minneapolis, Burnsville, Hastings and Stillwater.
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20.3 Miles
100% 14 votes
National & State Parks 15501 Murphy Lake Road, Savage, MN 55378 MoreLess Info
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.
20.4 Miles
96% 26 votes
National & State Parks 14900 Bass Lake Rd, Maple Grove, MN 55311 MoreLess Info
Multiple nature trails make Fish Lake Regional Park a destination for walking, hiking and biking. There is rental equipment for paddle boarding, canoeing, paddle boats and kayaking. There is also a dog park for canine buddies.
20.6 Miles
92% 214 votes
National & State Parks 1034 County Road A, Hudson, WI 54016 MoreLess Info
This is a day and evening use park with no over nights allowed. During the summer canoe rentals, concessions, swim beaches and boat access to the lake are available; year round there are picnic sites, fishing, hiking, and walking trails.
20.6 Miles
50% 2 votes
Visitor Centers 12905 Arcola Trail North, Stillwater, MN 55082 MoreLess Info
Part of the St. Croix National Scenic Waterway, the Arcola Mills Visitors Centers offer locals and visitors information on the surrounding area. The center, which offers beautiful scenic views, is also available for private event rentals.
20.7 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.
20.8 Miles
75% 16 votes
Historic Sites 402 East Lake Street, Wayzata, MN 55391 MoreLess Info
Home to the Wayzata Historical Society Museum, the Wayzata Depot is located on the shores of Lake Minnetonka. The museum is a hands-on, educational place, where visitors will see a variety of exhibits about local history.
20.9 Miles
50% 2 votes
Cooking Classes 309 E. Lake St., Wayzata, MN 55391 MoreLess Info
Designed for private parties, team-building events, or other gatherings, Saga Hill Cooking School offers lessons in professional-caliber, imaginative cooking for aspiring chefs of all levels of ability and experience. Lessons are customizable.
21.0 Miles
95% 164 votes
Nature & Wildlife Areas 12400 James Dean Parkway, Maple Grove, MN 55369 MoreLess Info
The largest of the Three Rivers Parks, the Elm Creek Park Reserve has dog trails, hiking and horseback riding trails, playgrounds, picnic areas, swimming areas, and many other amenities on its 4,900 acres.
21.1 Miles
- 0 votes
Paddleboarding 220 Grove Lane East, Wayzata, MN 55391 MoreLess Info
A full service stand-up paddle board seller and service provider, Wai Nani Surf & Paddle-Day Classes offers lessons for beginner and intermediate stand-up paddle boarders. The shop also hosts races.
21.3 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.
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