Southwest Minnesota Travel Guide
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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 World's Largest Peace Pipe are some notable places to visit nearby.
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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.
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.
Camden State Park
You can take time to visit Camden State Park during your travels to Lynd. While you're in the area, wander around the natural setting.
August Schell Museum of Brewing
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at August Schell Museum of Brewing during your trip to New Ulm. Amble around the area's gardens or visit its monuments.
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.
- Mayo Clinic Health System Event Center
- Jackpot Junction Casino
- Laura Ingalls Wilder Museum
- Lake Shetek State Park
- Mayo Clinic Health System Mankato
- Caswell Park
- Minneopa State Park
- Blue Mounds State Park
- Jolly Green Giant Statue
- Mount Kato Ski Area
- Chankaska Creek Ranch & Winery
- Bethany Lutheran College
- Camden State Park
- Round Lake Vineyards & Winery
- August Schell Museum of Brewing
- Redwood Falls Golf Club
- Sod House on the Prairie
- Le Sueur County Fairgrounds
- Hermann the German
- Nobles County Pioneer Village