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Insider Secrets: These Are Tripadvisor’s Highest-Rated FREE Things To Do In Minnesota!

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Tripadvisor’s Top Free Things to Do in Minnesota

ST. PAUL, MN – Get ready to explore Minnesota without spending a dime! According to Tripadvisor, the North Star State is packed with amazing free activities that will blow your mind.

From breathtaking natural wonders to charming cultural hotspots, we’ve rounded up the highest-rated, no-cost experiences that locals and travelers alike rave about. Buckle up for a journey of fun and excitement without breaking the bank! This is a list of the highest rated free things to do in Minnesota from Tripadvisor.

Minnesota State Capitol

30. Minnesota State Capitol

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Historic Sites • Points of Interest & Landmarks
  • Address: 75 Rev Dr Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Saint Paul, MN 55155-1605
Grand Portage State Park

29. Grand Portage State Park

  • Rating: 5.0 / 5
  • Type of activity: State Parks
  • Address: 9393 E, Mn-61, Grand Portage, MN 55605-3000
Bde Maka Ska

28. Bde Maka Ska

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Bodies of Water
  • Address: West Lake St and Calhoun Parkway, Minneapolis, MN 55408
Minneapolis Skyway System

27. Minneapolis Skyway System

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Points of Interest & Landmarks
  • Address: not available
Lake of the Isles

26. Lake of the Isles

  • Rating: 5.0 / 5
  • Type of activity: Bodies of Water
  • Address: 2500 W Lake of the Isles Pkwy Franklin Ave and Logan Ave South, Minneapolis, MN 55405-2332
Munsinger Gardens

25. Munsinger Gardens

Basilica of St. Mary

24. Basilica of St. Mary

Lego Imagination Center

23. Lego Imagination Center

Summit Avenue

22. Summit Avenue

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Neighborhoods • Points of Interest & Landmarks
  • Address: not available
Leif Erickson Park

21. Leif Erickson Park

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Parks
  • Address: 1301 London Rd, Duluth, MN 55805-2424
Minnehaha Falls

20. Minnehaha Falls

Park Point

19. Park Point

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Beaches
  • Address: 45th St & Minnesota Ave., Duluth, MN 55805
Tettegouche State Park

18. Tettegouche State Park

Lake Harriet

17. Lake Harriet

Grand Portage State Forest

16. Grand Portage State Forest

  • Rating: 5.0 / 5
  • Type of activity: Forests
  • Address: not available
Grand Portage National Monument

15. Grand Portage National Monument

  • Rating: 5.0 / 5
  • Type of activity: Speciality Museums
  • Address: 170 Mile Creek Rd, Grand Portage, MN 55605-3012
Chain of Lakes

14. Chain of Lakes

  • Rating: 5.0 / 5
  • Type of activity: Bodies of Water
  • Address: Cedar Lake, Minneapolis, MN 55415-1411
Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center

13. Lake Superior Maritime Visitor Center

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Visitor Centers • Speciality Museums
  • Address: 600 Canal Park Drive, Duluth, MN 55802-3102
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Spam Museum and Visitor Center

12. Spam Museum and Visitor Center

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Speciality Museums
  • Address: 101 3rd Ave NE, Austin, MN 55912-3442
Lakewalk

11. Lakewalk

  • Rating: 5.0 / 5
  • Type of activity: Historic Walking Areas
  • Address: not available
Enger Park and Tower

10. Enger Park and Tower

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Points of Interest & Landmarks • Parks
  • Address: 16th Ave W & Skyline Drive, Duluth, MN 55811
Canal Park

9. Canal Park

Cathedral of Saint Paul

8. Cathedral of Saint Paul

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Religious Sites
  • Address: 239 Selby Ave, Saint Paul, MN 55102-1811
Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

7. Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Points of Interest & Landmarks • Gardens
  • Address: 726 Vineland Pl, Minneapolis, MN 55403
Aerial Lift Bridge

6. Aerial Lift Bridge

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Bridges
  • Address: Duluth, MN
Gooseberry Falls State Park

5. Gooseberry Falls State Park

Minnehaha Park

4. Minnehaha Park

  • Rating: 4.5 / 5
  • Type of activity: Parks • Waterfalls
  • Address: 4801 Minnehaha Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55417-2373
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Mall of America

3. Mall of America

Minneapolis Institute of Art

2. Minneapolis Institute of Art

  • Rating: 5.0 / 5
  • Type of activity: Art Museums
  • Address: 2400 3rd Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404-3506
Minnesota's North Shore Scenic Drive

1. Minnesota’s North Shore Scenic Drive

Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis, MN

Unforgettable Free Adventures Await You

Minnesota’s rich offerings prove that you don’t need to splurge to have an incredible time. Whether you’re a nature enthusiast, history buff, or simply looking to enjoy a day out, these top-rated free attractions promise memories to last a lifetime.

So, grab your friends, family, or just yourself, and dive into the best of what Minnesota has to offer—all for free! Happy travels!

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