The Cedar Cultural Center

If you're looking for a fun and educational experience for your child, consider visiting the Minnesota Children's Museum, where your child can explore nature, art, culture, and science with interactive exhibits and attractions. The Museum's play spaces are designed to empower children to take control of their learning. They can develop critical thinking, creative problem-solving, communication, and confidence skills. The Museum is located in St. Paul and houses ten permanent exhibits, including a four-story climber with a spiral slide, a laser maze, a car wash, ball launchers, a maker space, a pretend town, and a gallery for toddlers and preschoolers. Additionally, a traveling exhibit gallery features a new experience every few months.

The Guthrie Theater is a renowned venue where talented actors bring classic and contemporary plays to life. Since the 1960s, the theater has entertained audiences with various performances, including Cat on a Hot Tin Roof, Arsenic and Old Lace, The Crucible, Of Mice and Men, Macbeth, Sweeney Todd, and many more. The Guthrie Theater is dedicated to creating meaningful connections between people and culture through the power of transformative theater experiences. Its exceptional artists, staff, and facility have made the Guthrie a leading 21st-century arts organization that influences the field from its roots in the Twin Cities. Join them at the Guthrie to experience the compelling power of theater and discover how it can bring people together, inspire learning, and encourage personal growth.

Escape the mundane atmosphere of the office and host your next corporate event at Como Park Zoo and Conservatory. The Visitor Center and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory provide a unique and exotic retreat for business functions, executive meetings, and corporate retreats. Step away from the ordinary and immerse yourself in the lush tropical rainforest while experiencing the wonder of exotic animals. As one of the last free zoos in the United States, Como Park Zoo and Conservatory is a unique and awe-inspiring venue that will impress your guests. The zoo's vast collection of animals, including big cats, gorillas, and giraffes, will keep your guests engaged and entertained. Admission to the zoo is free, but donations are appreciated so you can positively impact the preservation of the environment.

Welcome aboard the Minneapolis Queen, a steamboat accommodating up to 125 passengers. It offers public and private cruises on the Mississippi River and provides breathtaking views of downtown Minneapolis. Paradise Charter Cruises and Minneapolis Queen offer sightseeing boat cruises and private charters on Lake Minnetonka and the Mississippi River. You can choose from events such as wedding boat cruises, corporate events, birthday parties, and more. You can also take a narrated sightseeing cruise along the Grand Rounds Scenic Byway and Heritage Trail, passing under the stunning 35W Bridge.