Central Minnesota Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

"The Red Barn" is a really cool spot, off of County Rd 4 in Zimmerman, MN (East of 169). #ruins
"The Red Barn" is a really cool spot, off of County Rd 4 in Zimmerman, MN (East of 169). #ruins
#colorful

Sunrise on the lake. Nothing better than this to greet you in the morning on the cabin.
Every winter these ice castles go up. Some fun tunnels and caverns to explore.
Nature at its best... #lifeatexpedia #summer #evergreenstate #washington #seattlebeauty #laketwentytwo #frozen

Where to stay in Central Minnesota

St. Cloud is a City in Central Minnesota on the Mississippi River with a University

Downtown St Cloud

While visiting Downtown St Cloud, you might make a stop by sights like Paramount Theater and Mississippi River.

Downtown St Cloud
Mississippi River Fall Colors at Riverview Heights Park in Fridley Minnesota

Oak Grove

Travellers like the golf courses in Oak Grove, and Lake George is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Oak Grove
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Hamel

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Hamel and surrounding area, you can visit Rush Creek and Plymouth Playhouse.

Hamel
Forest-Covered Island in Lake Minnetonka: Aerial View on a Serene Summer Day

Greenwood

Greenwood is well liked for its theatres. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Excelsior area, you might plan a trip to Excelsior Bay Books or Paisley Park.

Greenwood
Evening view of the lake we stayed at for our couples trip

Downtown Park Rapids

While Downtown Park Rapids isn't home to many top sights, Red Bridge Park and Skoe Park are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Park Rapids
Grand Casino Mille Lacs

Grand Casino Mille Lacs

3 out of 5
777 Grand Avenue Onamia MN
The price is Rp1.344.639 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
Rp1.344.639
Rp1.484.139 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Onamia. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,370 reviews)
All very good

Reviewed on 26 Feb 2026

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN

My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN

3 out of 5
3912 12th Avenue East Shakopee MN
The price is Rp1.344.639 per night from 7 Mar to 8 Mar
Rp1.344.639
Rp1.591.074 total
7 Mar - 8 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Shakopee. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (786 reviews)
Very quiet and clean.

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN
Grand View Lodge

Grand View Lodge

3.5 out of 5
23521 Nokomis Avenue Nisswa MN
The price is Rp1.829.783 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
Rp1.829.783
Rp2.161.158 total
2 Mar - 3 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach resort in Nisswa. Enjoy 2 indoor pools, a full-service spa and 7 restaurants. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (890 reviews)
The staff was very friendly and helpful throughout the resort. We stayed in Gull Haven cabin for two nights. It was clean and had plenty of wood for fires. Shuttle service available to take you to the main lodge area. We also stayed in a lodge room the third night. It was also comfortable and liked ...

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Grand View Lodge
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
Nature Link Resort

Nature Link Resort

3 out of 5
24621 S Clark Lake Rd Nisswa MN
Stay at this beach cabin in Nisswa. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a private beach. Popular attractions MN Surf Co and Nisswa City Park are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (74 reviews)
Every detail was amazing!

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Nature Link Resort
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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