Editors' Picks: 20 of the Best Things to Do in Minnesota!

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Eagle Spotting

Because of its prime location on the Mississippi, the small town of Wabasha is a favorite winter spot for eagles. The National Eagle Center lets you see them up close and learn more about these…

Because of its prime location on the Mississippi, the small town of Wabasha is a favorite winter…

The 6 Best Thrift Shops in Minnesota!

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Common Closet Thrift Store, Wabasha, MN

Recently voted “Best Thrift Shop in Minnesota,” The Common Closet Thrift Store has become a Wabasha institution and community stalwart since its opening in 2010. The store takes in a wide range of…

Recently voted “Best Thrift Shop in Minnesota,” The Common Closet Thrift Store has become a Wabasha…

8 Best Breakfast Spots in Minnesota!

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Eagle Valley Café, Wabasha, MN

The Eagle Valley Café is a beloved local spot in Wabasha that keeps the citizenry awake and full. Traditional breakfast fare—the French toast is particularly good—made from quality…

The Eagle Valley Café is a beloved local spot in Wabasha that keeps the citizenry awake and…

The 9 Best Guided Tours in Minnesota!

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Flooded Forest Tour, Wabasha, MN

Hop in a kayak and leave the main channel of the mighty Mississippi for a guided tour of the serene, haunting flooded forest of the river’s backwaters. Learn about the biodiverse ecosystem of…

Hop in a kayak and leave the main channel of the mighty Mississippi for a guided tour of the…

The 9 Best Educational Activities for Children in Minnesota!

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National Eagle Center, Wabasha, MN

The National Eagle Center is one of the state’s top family attractions. Located in the Mississippi River town of Wabasha, the center offers educational programs and exhibits to educate the…

The National Eagle Center is one of the state’s top family attractions. Located in the…

The 10 Best Public Golf Courses in Minnesota!

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The Jewel Golf Club, Lake City, MN

Built along 800 acres of Mississippi River bluffs, the Jewel offers golfers sweeping views across the river valley to Wisconsin. But this Hale Irwin-designed course is as challenging as it is…

Built along 800 acres of Mississippi River bluffs, the Jewel offers golfers sweeping views across…

The 8 Best Mini Golf Courses in Minnesota!

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LARK Toys Mini Golf, Kellogg, MN

Carved into the Mississippi River bluffs south of Wabasha, this mini golf course is not only beautiful, it’s attached to what publications like USA Today and Travel & Leisure have called one of…

Carved into the Mississippi River bluffs south of Wabasha, this mini golf course is not only…

9 Best Hotels and Resorts for Couples in Minnesota!

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Willows on the River, Lake City, MN

Willows on the River stands directly on the shoreline of Lake Pepin. The condo suites in this resort all have fireplaces and floor-to-ceiling windows with sweeping views of Pepin and the bluffs that…

Willows on the River stands directly on the shoreline of Lake Pepin. The condo suites in this…

The 8 Best Booze Cruises in Minnesota!

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Pearl of the Lake Cruise, Lake City, MN

Hop on the Pearl of the Lake in Lake City and take a cruise with a full bar to enjoy all that the widest point on the Upper Mississippi River has to offer you. From the bluffs of Frontenac State Park…

Hop on the Pearl of the Lake in Lake City and take a cruise with a full bar to enjoy all that the…

6 Best Fried Chicken Joints in Minnesota for 2025!

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Randy’s Restaurant, Red Wing, MN

Randy’s Restaurant in Red Wing is a classic small-town restaurant with traditional American fare, like fried chicken. And Randy’s does fried chicken exceptionally well. Whether you’re looking for…

Randy’s Restaurant in Red Wing is a classic small-town restaurant with traditional American fare,…

Bev’s Café is the oldest restaurant in one of Minnesota’s oldest cities. Needless to say, it’s a local mainstay. The have hot coffee ready to go at 5 a.m. on weekdays and a… Read More

Unraveled Escape Room, Rochester, MN

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Turn your rainy day into a quest when you visit the Unraveled Escape Room. Located in Rochester, this well-planned spot has three different rooms to explore including Escape from Alcatraz, Spirits of… Read More

The Jewel Golf Club, Lake City, MN

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Built along 800 acres of Mississippi River bluffs, the Jewel offers golfers sweeping views across the river valley to Wisconsin. But this Hale Irwin-designed course is as challenging as it is… Read More

Rochester Downtown Farmers Market, Rochester, MN

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In a place that’s known throughout the world for its healthcare facilities, fresh, healthy produce is important. The Rochester Downtown Farmers Market obliges the city’s health-conscious… Read More

Tea Time, Rochester, MN

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Tea time is whenever you want it to be if you’re in Rochester because you have Tea Time in your backyard. This fantastic local shop has not only healthy teas but create-your-own smoothies and… Read More

John Hardy’s BBQ, Rochester, MN

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Since the 1970s, John Hardy’s has been treating Southern Minnesota to the flavors of Southern barbecue. Although its namesake passed away in the 1980s, the restaurant and its two satellite locations… Read More

Rochester Pediatric Dentistry, Rochester, MN

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With more than 70 years of combined experience, the board-certified staff at Rochester Pediatric Dentistry will make sure your child gets the best oral care possible. They seek to create a… Read More

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