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Mankato City Center
Live music, bars and theatres highlight some of the noteworthy features of Mankato City Center. Make a stop by Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center or Reconciliation Park while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Pipestone Commercial Historic District
While Pipestone Commercial Historic District isn't home to many top sights, Pipestone National Monument and Pipestone Center for Preforming Arts are some notable places to visit nearby.
Pipestone Historic District
Uncover some of the top draws of Pipestone Historic District like its historical sites and bars. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Pipestone Center for Preforming Arts or World's Largest Peace Pipe.
AmericInn by Wyndham Mankato Event Center
The room clean, and the staff was extremely helpful!
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
Best Western Plus New Ulm
Clean and friendly staff. Good breakfast.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
TownePlace Suites by Marriott Mankato
The staff were ALL wonderful. This place is one of the most accommodating place we’ve stayed. Our family has extended our stay 3 times now. We love this place.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Log Inn on Madison Lake. Multi generation. Corporate retreat for team building
This place was PERFECT for our family Christmas. 4 different families all under one roof and everyone had their own bed and bathrooms! It was great! Spacious, clean, and very friendly hosts! 10/10 recommend!
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Fall is BEAUTIFUL @ LAKE Francis! Winter Specials, flexible, inquire!
The property is awesome for our large group(14) plenty of space to spread out. The kids / adults enjoy going fishing on the pontoon and also we brought kayaks which was fun. We had everything we needed and Chris is great to work with.
Reviewed on 20 Oct 2025
Luxury Countryside Home! Sleeps 22+/Pickleball
Communication with the host was great, very prompt. The home was great and definitely had the space our group needed. The pinball machine did not work, and it would've been nice if there were food storage options (ziploc bags, foil, or bowls with lids). With such a large group, there was a lot of ...
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026
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Popular places to visit
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.
Blue Mounds State Park
You can take time to visit Blue Mounds State Park during your travels to Luverne. Make some time to visit the churches while you're in the area.
Pipestone National Monument
Learn about the local history of Pipestone when you take a trip to Pipestone National Monument. You can enjoy the bars while in the area.
Minnesota State University
Enjoy the student 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 cafes.
Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
Catch an event at Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center during your trip to Mankato. Discover the cafes and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.
Jackpot Junction Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to Jackpot Junction Casino during your travels in Morton? Discover the waterfalls while you're in the area.
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