Minnesota Day Trips by Theme

By Mary Bauer and Mary M. Bauer

Book Overview

Explore Minnesota with the guide to more than 250 of the best destinations, organized by theme so you can decide what to do and then find where to do it.

Discover a multitude of unique attractions throughout the North Star State. This comprehensive guide is jam-packed with Minnesota's top spots for fun and entertainment. Take a simple day trip, or string together a longer vacation of activities that appeal to you. Useful for singles, couples, and families--visitors and residents alike--this guide by Mary M. Bauer encompasses a wide range of interests.

Features You'll Appreciate

Sections divided by theme for easy reference--decide what to do, then figure out where to do it

Destinations based on themes such as Waterfalls, Garden Tours, Small Town Antiquing, Family Days, and Extreme Adventures

Tips for other things to do in the area

Handy size that's perfect for traveling

You'll Find

Museums, state parks, and winter activities

Breathtaking views along scenic drives

Highlights of Duluth, Rochester, and the Twin Cities

With Minnesota Day Trips by Theme at your fingertips, you'll always have something to do

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 1591935504
• ISBN13: 9781591935506
• Release Date: July 2016
• Publisher: Adventure Publications
• Length: 160 Pages
• Weight: 0.79 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.3" x 5.4" x 8.4"

Customer Reviews

The Makings for a Minnesota Migration

This guidebook deals with some great topics and locations in the state of Minnesota, plus highlighting a few to be found in western Wisconsin as well. It's a good connection to a variety of destinations and because of the wide range of interests covered; there is something here for everyone's curiosity, set of pace and budget. A few of the themed chapters revolve around: Family Day, Country Churches, Small Town Antiquing, Caves, Waterfalls, Garden Tours, Wine & Beer Tours, History & Arts, Train Trips, Romantic Getaways, the cities of Duluth and Rochester and many more. My personal favorite, the chapter that I particularly relished was The Extreme Adventures. But all together I think the book skimped out on one of my favorite activities, downhill skiing. It seemed like the small list of ski places was an 'oh by the way' last minute addition to the Odds & Ends chapter. But on the other hand, it provides many other options for winter sports, and outdoor recreation for all seasons in general.On most attractions the book offers a load of marvelous facts, sometimes giving clues as to what the expense, season and hours are expected to be like. In addition to some very basic directions and map illustrations along with address, phone number, and/or internet connections. But the book is not always so consistent in providing these helpful details on every place listed. There is a short but beneficial outline of contents at the beginning of each chapter, highlighting the information found under each theme. This makes it easier to find certain attractions but not necessarily certain places or towns.It's great for discovering something new and unique to explore in the Minnesota region and the author's personal touch of suggestions should help make your trip an interesting experience. This book is best used for brainstorming, to find intriguing destinations for a short trip on a weekend. It might also be useful in obtaining information on places around a particular location for a trip already in the planning. [review author: tilley_traveler]

Minnesota Day Trips by Theme

This book is great to plan a quick get-away for a day or two. When you can't leave for a week's vacation, this book is perfect for a mini vacation.