Hit the Road: Minnesota

Cooler temperatures are taking over, meaning cooler adventures are just around the corner. Hit the Road with Best Western and experience the comfort and caring hospitality of any Best Western location and have convenient access to some of the U.S.’s most beautiful places this winter.

Minnesota is full of enchanting cities and must-do outdoor recreational activities. Here are several must-sees in Minnesota to add to your itinerary:

Go into town

Minneapolis
With the slogan “you’ve never met a place quite like this,” how can you not be intrigued to visit this city? Some of the nation’s premier destinations are within the city’s limits, from Mall of America and the Mississippi River to the Walker Art Center, there is excitement around every corner.

Lutsen
If there is one place in Minnesota to visit for some winter fun, it’s Lutsen. Rotate your day from skiing and snowboarding to grubbing on local, delicious food for winter fun that’ll never get dull.

New Ulm
Any Minnesota city is bound to hold a plethora of history, but New Ulm is where it comes alive. Take a historical walking tour through downtown, visit historic buildings and monuments capturing the history of New Ulm’s first settlers and dive into the German history that still is very much preserved in the city’s food, drinks and attractions.

Get outside

Voyageurs National Park
This water-based park has something for everyone. Whether it’s enjoying time on the islands or gliding across the water highways, either way, you’ll have endless views of this beautiful park.

Saint Croix National Scenic Riverway
With over 200 miles of water to explore, this is the perfect day excursion. Paddle, board, hike or fish along this forested landscape.

Winter activities

Ice fishing
If there is any winter experience to have in Minnesota, it’s ice fishing. Bundle up and head out to the many frozen lakes and tackle this winter activity that’s bound to create memories.

Winter kayaking
What better way to see the nearly 12,000 lakes in Minnesota than to be on it? From Lake Superior to the mighty Mississippi River, Minnesota has no shortage of what ranges to tackle.

Snowshoeing
For those that seek adventure, but prefer the scenic route, snowshoeing is the perfect activity to enjoy for those winter views at a leisurely pace. Snowshoeing is accessible across Minnesota’s 75 state parks and recreation areas.

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