Hotels near Minnesota Zoo

Skiers and snowboarders might want to test out the slopes at Buck Hill, a skiing spot located 3.1 mi (4.9 km) from central Burnsville. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you master the slopes, Hyland Ski and Snowboard Area and Bush Lake Ski Jump are also just a short drive away.

If you like shopping, take time out to go to Twin Cities Premium Outlets when in Eagan. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander.

If thrills are what you're after, head to Cascade Bay Waterpark, located 1.1 mi (1.8 km) from central Eagan. Our travelers also like the art galleries in the area— your cultural tour starts here. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Cascade Bay Waterpark, you'll love Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium and Nickelodeon Universe, both located nearby.

Burnsville Performing Arts Center is 0.4 mi (0.7 km) from central Burnsville, why not stop by during your stay. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you want to experience more of the culture Burnsville has to offer, head to Twin Cities Premium Outlets, M Health Fairview Ridges Hospital, and Buck Hill.

Why not give yourself a treat with a trip to Skateville, one of the family attractions located 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from central Burnsville. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at Skateville, you'll love Bloomington Ice Gardens and The Works, both located nearby.

If being by the water is a major draw, Crystal Lake Beach is a spot you might want to check out, located 3.1 mi (5 km) from central Burnsville. Enjoy the sunset by the shore at Watzl's Point Beach and Bush Lake Beach.

You might want to practice your swing at Crystal Lake Golf Club, a golf course located 3.9 mi (6.2 km) from central Lakeville. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If Crystal Lake Golf Club doesn't quite scratch your golfing itch, Fountain Valley Golf Club and Hyland Greens Golf and Learning Center are all just a short drive away.

East Bloomington is home to The Works, so why not stop by during your stay in Bloomington. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. Bloomington has lots of other activities such as U.S. Bank Stadium and Target Field.