Girls night's in is great! There's nothing better than curling up on the couch with a few great friends and a good movie. However, sometimes you need a change of venue! For that purpose, here are some of Southern Minnesota's Best Day Trips organized by season for you and your besties! Fill up your gas tank, grab a camera, and hit the road!
Winter:
The Depot Ice Skating Rink - Minneapolis, MN
Whether or not you are fluid on skates, the Depot is the perfect place for some classic winter fun! The rink is inside an old train station, which makes it historically interesting as well!
Northfield Winter Walk - Northfield, MN
Grab some hot chocolate from one of the local coffee shops, hop on a horse driven sleigh, and enjoy the beautiful, lantern-lit town of Northfield which includes many cute shops and cafes. You might even see Olaf walking about the town!
Mankato Holiday Lights - Mankato, MN
Whether you chose to drive or walk through, there is no way you won’t leave this wonderful light’s display full of Christmas cheer! Also, if you time it right, you might just be able to take some cute pictures with Santa’s reindeer.
Manic Ceramic - Lakeville, MN
This indoor activity is the perfect way to fight the winter cold as well as exert all of your creative juices by glazing your piece of pottery.
Eden Prairie Ice Castles - Eden Prairie, MN
Bonfires, snowman cookies, and live entertainment all inside of an illuminated ice castle all contribute to this being the perfect night that even Elsa could not resist.
Spring:
Barney's Drive-In - Waseca, MN
Located right off of Clear Lake, Barney’s Drive-In is the perfect destination for a summer cruise ending in a classic burger, fries, and root beer served from a frosted mug!
Vali-Hi Drive-In Movie Theater - Lake Elmo, MN
You'll feel like a character from the movie Grease at the retro drive-in movie theater complete with a snack shack!
Black Coffee and Waffle Bar - Minneapolis, Minnesota
This fun food venue serves yummy coffee, delicious and unique waffles, and good vibes all day!
Minneopa or Minnehaha Falls - Mankato or Minneapolis, MN
Waterfalls are one of natures many beauties! Both of these falls are complete with many walking trails, bridges, and shelters for a picnic lunch!
Skateville - Burnsville, MN
Throw in your side pony, put on some bangles and get ready to skate the night away under a disco ball while listening to Michael Jackson and other classic throwbacks. Skateville also features concessions and an arcade for a full night of fun! We may not have been alive when all of this was cool the first time around, but we’ll sure witness it during its second go-around!
Summer:
Flaundrau Sand Bottom Pool - New Ulm, MN
New Ulm is a beautiful city full of all sorts of adventure! Among other things, Flaundrua State Park and it’s unique sand-bottom pool are perfect for a fun summer trip! While you’re there, be sure to climb “Herman The German” and make a stop at Lola’s Bistro!
Twin Cities Farmer’s Market - Twin Cities, MN
Fruits, and flowers, and homemade soaps oh my! The twin cities area is littered with large famer's markets all throughout the summer! This is the perfect opportunity to support local farmers, invest in quality food, and find special treats as you enjoy summer in the city!
Cascade Bay Waterpark - Eagan, MN
Who says water parks are just for kids? Soak up some rays while relaxing in the lazy river or show your adventurous side by going for a ride on one of the water slides!
Fall:
Emma Krumbee’s Apple Orchard - Belle Plaine, MN
Along with a large and beautiful apple orchard, Emma Krumbee’s includes a restaurant, bakery, raspberry patches, pumpkin store, gift shop, and lots of other fun fall activities. It’s also perfect for those basic but adorable fall themed photos with your girlfriends.
Farm America’s Haunted Corn Maze & Feed Mill - Waseca, MN
This is just one of the many spooktastic events MN has to offer. Get your heart racing and your adrenaline pumping as you run through a corn maze and feed mill filled with ghouls and goblins!
Minnesota’s Largest Candy Store - Jordan, MN
Not only does this big yellow barn house the largest selection of candy in Minnesota, but it is also home to the world’s largest puzzle & soda selection! This is a fun place spring-fall, but in the fall you’re able to get pumpkins, caramel apples, and yummy pies along with all of your other sweet treats.
