Central Minnesota, MN
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Where to stay in Central Minnesota

Downtown St Cloud
If you're spending some time in Downtown St Cloud, Mississippi River and Paramount Theater are top sights worth seeing.

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

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

Hamel
While Hamel isn't home to many top sights, Fish Lake Regional Park and Rush Creek are some notable places to visit nearby.

Downtown Park Rapids
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Downtown Park Rapids and surrounding area, you can visit Hubbard County Historical Museum and Skoe Park.

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Clean room. Nice hotel, hottub, and casino floor.
Reviewed on Nov 11, 2025

Arrowwood Resort and Conference Center
Loved it!
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025

Grand View Lodge
Clean rooms great staff
Reviewed on Nov 2, 2025

Nature Link Resort
Our stay at Nature Link was relaxing, rejuvenating and overall an amazing experience. With the Paul Bunyan state trail a .1 mile walk on the road to the resort, you’re a 2 mile walk from Nisswa’s shopping, breweries and restaurants. We visited in October and the late fall foliage was picture perfect. ...
Reviewed on Oct 21, 2025

Oct weekend dates still open! Clean Cabin, lots of Amenities & Gull Chain Access
Perfect property. Location great. Very clean. 5 stars all around. Just one small issue with sheets on king bed downstairs. They were a little a little worn/bally and could use a new set of sheets.
Reviewed on Oct 8, 2025

Beautiful 5-bedroom house in Enchanting Crosslake -Pontoon Incl with 7 day stay!
The house was comfortable and nicely appointed. The kitchen was well stocked and beautiful to cook in. It was a peaceful lake and a beautiful view. Beds were comfortable. We enjoyed using the included pontoon boat to fish.
Reviewed on Sep 21, 2025
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Popular places to visit

Itasca State Park
You can take time to visit Itasca State Park during your travels to Park Rapids. While you're in the area, wander around the parks.

Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Visit this botanical park to see colorful displays of flowers during warmer months or an icy winter wonderland after snowfall.

Detroit Mountain Recreation Area
Hit the slopes at Detroit Mountain Recreation Area during your trip to Detroit Lakes. Wander the lakeside in this family-friendly area.
Mystic Lake Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to Mystic Lake Casino during your visit to Prior Lake? Stroll along the area's lakeside, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Paisley Park
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Paisley Park during your travels in Chanhassen. Discover the area's top-notch restaurants and its lively festivals.
Lake Minnetonka
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Minnetonka during your travels in Minneapolis - St. Paul.
Things to do

Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass

Mall of America: Rock of Ages Blacklight Mini Golf Ticket

Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour

Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour






