- TripBuzz found 161 things to do with kids in or near Hastings, Minnesota, including 146 fun activities for kids in nearby cities within 25 miles like St. Paul, Red Wing, Burnsville and Bloomington.
 - From Point Douglas Beach to Extreme Sandbox, the Hastings area offers 86 different types of family activities, including: National & State Parks, Parks, Waterfalls and Amusement Parks (All Ages).
 - Home to various historical attractions and vineyards, the city of Hastings is a interesting place to live or visit. Located where the St. Croix River meets the Mississippi, the city spans just over eleven square miles. The waterfalls at Vermillion River are a popular spot to take in the beauty of Hastings, as are the local waterfront city parks.
 
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                State Capitol Grounds, St. Paul, MN 55101
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            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.        
    
    
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                193 Pennsylvania Ave East, St. Paul, MN 55101
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            Formerly a steam room engine maintenance facility for the Great Northern Railway, the Jackson Street Roundhouse uses exhibits to educate visitors about the history of the railway. Highlights include a roundhouse turntable and vintage steam engines.        
    
    
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            Bay Point Park is located along the Mississippi River and is home to many community celebrations. It features picnic areas, a play area for kids, boat launch, volleyball court, walking paths, and beautiful trees and scenery.        
    
    
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                3815 American Blvd E, Bloomington, MN 55425
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            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.        
    
    
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                White Bear Av. and Frost St., Maplewood, MN 
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            Ramsey County Sheriff's Department Fright Farm is a haunted house that features an all adult cast of performers. The haunting experience is produced by professional craftsmen, theater artists, and law enforcement professionals.        
    
    
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            Established in 1899, Eagle Magic & Joke Store is the oldest magic store in the whole country. The shop includes how-to instructions for many magic tricks, props, costumes, and specialty card decks for tricks.        
    
    
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            A tour of the city can be offered by the Red Wing Trolley, with a vintage trolley and a driver dressed accordingly to that period in time.        
    
    
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            Located on seven acres, Alimagnet Dog Park is an off-leash canine recreation and exercise facility. The park is fenced and features a walking trail, access to a pond, grassy areas, drinking water and heated bowls.        
    
    
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            The Red Wing Shoe Store & Museum offers its visitors self-guided tours, with the main point of interest being the Biggest Shoe in the World. Besides the exhibits depicting the history of the company, there is also a retail store on the premises.        
    
    
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                East Avenue & Levee Road, Red Wing, MN 55066
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            With its 55 foot-long ship which can transport up to 37 passengers, the Rusty's Red Wing River Rides offers its clients all sorts of river tours, including special ones in which weddings can be officiated.