Things to Do in Southern Minnesota in 2025

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What to do in Southern Minnesota

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Winona State University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Winona State University, during your trip to Winona. Stroll along the riverfront or experience the area's museums.

Guided tours are offered at Mystery Cave where we came upon this little body of water down in the cave. It was very cool!! The water was so clear and beautiful!! #InStone

Forestville Mystery Cave State Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Forestville Mystery Cave State Park during your travels in Preston. Wander the parks or discover the area's countryside.

Hard to beat the sunsets on Lake Shetek, my second home ❤️

Lake Shetek State Park

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Shetek State Park during your travels in The Lakes. Amble around the area's parks or experience its museums.

Niagara Cave

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Niagara Cave during your travels in Harmony. Amble within the natural setting or visit the churches in this family-friendly area.

Mayo Clinic

Though Mayo Clinic might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester while you are here.

Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus

Though Mayo Clinic Hospital - Saint Marys Campus might be what brings you to town, perhaps you'll have a chance to explore more of Rochester while you are here.

Treasure Island Casino

Why not try your luck with a visit to Treasure Island Casino during your travels in Welch? Visit the area's casinos, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Minnesota State University

Enjoy the collegiate vibe when you visit Minnesota State University, during your trip to Mankato. Attend a sporting event while you're in the area, or simply enjoy its coffeehouses.

Mayo Civic Center

Catch an event at Mayo Civic Center during your trip to Rochester. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Southern Minnesota

Downtown Rochester

4.5/5(250 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Downtown Rochester, Mayo Civic Center and Rochester Art Center are top sights worth seeing.

Kutzky Park

4/5(179 area reviews)

While there might not be top attractions in Kutzky Park, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Mayo Civic Center.

Historic Southwest

4/5(34 area reviews)

While visiting Historic Southwest, you might make a stop by sights like Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial and Plummer House.

Folwell

While there might not be top attractions in Folwell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Plummer House and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial.

Slatterly Park

4/5(1 area review)

Slatterly Park might not have many top sights, but Rochester Art Center and Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial are two attractions nearby that you can check out.