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.
I spend many weekends up there. Very peaceful and the hiking has some amazing views.
Every winter these ice castles go up. Some fun tunnels and caverns to explore.

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
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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 Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park.

Hamel
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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 Paisley Park or Lake Minnetonka.

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Oak Grove

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

Oak Grove
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 AU$131 per night from 12 Feb to 13 Feb
AU$131
12 Feb - 13 Feb
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! (1,356 reviews)
Clean quiet

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

Grand Casino Mille Lacs
Grand View Lodge

Grand View Lodge

3.5 out of 5
23521 Nokomis Avenue Nisswa MN
The price is AU$191 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$191
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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! (873 reviews)
I had a wonderful visit! Charming room in the main lodge and the front desk check in was lovely. Highly recommend dinner in the pub and the breakfast in the Heritage room.

Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Grand View Lodge
My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN

My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN

3 out of 5
3912 12th Avenue East Shakopee MN
The price is AU$147 per night from 25 Jan to 26 Jan
AU$147
25 Jan - 26 Jan
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! (764 reviews)
Yeah

Reviewed on 17 Jan 2026

My Place Hotel - Shakopee MN
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 ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (69 reviews)
The room was so comfortable! We loved the fireplace, the bed and the huge bathroom. The view and the windows were beautiful!

Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026

Nature Link Resort
Home in the Center of the City!

Home in the Center of the City!

Alexandria MN
Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Alexandria. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
10/10 Exceptional! (134 reviews)
Very nice stay! Will be back.

Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

Home in the Center of the City!
PONTOON BOAT INCLUDED early May thru early October. Quaint cabin on Sibley Lake.

PONTOON BOAT INCLUDED early May thru early October. Quaint cabin on Sibley Lake.

Pequot Lakes MN
Stay at this cabin in Pequot Lakes. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a sauna. Popular attractions Wildwedge Golf & Mini Golf and Upper Hay Lake are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (185 reviews)
It was amazing everything was cozy and their fireplace was beautiful after long walks!

Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026

PONTOON BOAT INCLUDED early May thru early October. Quaint cabin on Sibley Lake.
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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