Minnesota Tourism

The land of 10,000 lakes is no doubt a paradise for the water-sports lovers but is also a god-send destination for nature lovers. The city is home to more than 11,000 lakes and pristine shores, along with beautiful lighthouses, museums, national preserves, and wildlife parks.

Adventures of Minnesota seek out a hundred thousand tourists every year of varied cultures and ethnicity. From remote adventure areas of Boundary Waters Canoe Area to scenic drives along the North Shore Scenic Drive and wild beauty of the Itasca State Park, Minnesota has a wide range of activities for all adventure buffs to choose something from.

Minnesota's Split Rock Lighthouse State Park is a serene blend of forest trails along rocky beaches that allow tourists to hike to the lighthouse and explore other sites along the way. The historic Aerial Lift Bridge among other attractions in Duluth takes away the spotlight but the view of the Lake Superiors Canal Park and The Lighthouse Pier are not to be missed. With 200,000 area coverage, the huge Voyageurs National Park is a water lovers mecca. The place is popular for its hiking, fishing, and camping adventure sites along with snow-sport activities during winters.

Minnesota State Capitol building and the cathedral of St. Paul at the heart of its capital city are the two most important historic buildings that are known for their architecture. Minnesota is home to the Minneapolis Institute of Art and Walker Art Centre that boasts a diverse collection of modern and contemporary arts along with some unique antique illustrations. The Science Museum of Minnesota is a collection of galleries that provide curious insights and exciting hands-on experience for all ages on a varied facet of natural and physical science.

The home of twin cities is known for its beautiful urban setup amidst abundant lakes and enchanting forest trails. The land of 10,000 lakes is also home to the largest mall in the United States, the Mall of America, and alone hosts crowds of million tourists every year.