Here Are 8 Unique Day Trips In Minnesota That Are An Absolute Must-Do

It's always a great time to hit the road and try one of these amazing experiences in Minnesota. We're lucky to live in a state that's so amazingly scenic! You will have the time of your life, and it'll give you all the inspiration you need to live with a sense of adventure. If you got here by Googling "day trips in Minnesota near me", you've come to the right place, because here's your ultimate list:

1. The ultimate Minnesota day trip destination: Wild Mountain and Taylor's Falls might actually have everything.

Boat tours, a water park, alpine slides, go-karts and free-falling: what more do you need to have the time of your life? Get more info about this awesome time here!

2. Hit the trails - the wine trails, that is! There are five in Minnesota, and they're all spectacular.

The trails in Minnesota are the Upper St. Croix, the St. Croix, the Heartland, the Three Rivers, and the Great River Road. Learn more about the winery pictured above, Falconer Winery, here!

3. Go geocaching! Minnesota, like many other places, is absolutely bursting with geocaches.

The Minnesota Department of Natural Resources has implemented the Call of the Wildflowers program that lets you geocache your way through the State Parks. Click here to learn more about geocaching in Minnesota.

4. Take an epic brewery tour!

Touring the August Schell Brewing Company in New Ulm means visiting a museum, garden, and brewery in one! It's also got a brand-new taproom.

5. Explore A Cave! Niagara is a one-of-a-kind with an amazing tour!

Learn more about the amazing Niagara Cave here.

6. North Shore Drive - You may have heard this before, but Minnesota's North Shore offers unparalleled views.

There's just nothing better, so get in another drive while it's still lush and green. Click here to get all the details about this amazing drive!

7. Sculptures & Swimming

See Nyberg Sculpture Park on the way to Otter Tail Lake or Franconia Sculpture Garden, before heading to the St. Croix for an epic day of swimming and amazing views! Click to learn more about Franconia Sculpture Park.

8. Take a self-guided art tour of Minneapolis!

Check out Minneapolis's vibrant art scene, including the Museum of Russian Art, Swedish Institute, or Museum of Asmat Art. Learn about Minnesota's art scene here!

Minnesotans, have you ever gone on an epic day trip? Where did you go and what did you see? If you have any ideas you'd like to see turned into a feature article someday, let us know by filling out this form. We love to hear from you.

What kinds of day trips in Minnesota do you enjoy?