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Sibley Park
Park
Expansive, popular park with a petting zoo, sports facilities, fishing & winter sledding.
4.70 (2.1K reviews)
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Kiwanis Recreation Area
Dog park
This 100-acre recreation area features bald eagles, fishing, hiking/biking trails, shelters & more.
4.70 (329 reviews)
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Sibley Farm
Zoo
Goats, horses & pigs on view in red barns on pastureland, with picnic areas & a playground.
4.70 (258 reviews)
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Rasmussen Woods
Park
Park featuring hiking trails through meadows & wetlands, plus wildlife viewing & a nature center.
4.70 (244 reviews)
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Betsy-Tacy Society
Museum
The children's books & life of author Maud Hart Lovelace are showcased in 2 historic homes.
4.70 (34 reviews)
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Sibley Park Gazebo
Park
👍👍 Quiet little park on the upper Minnesota River. Both playgrounds look great, there is a petting zoo and plenty of parking and shade.
4.60 (45 reviews)
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Carnegie Art Center
Art gallery
👍👍 The Geraldine Tostenson exhibit was magnificent. Once in a lifetime opportunity to witness this master's work
4.60 (39 reviews)
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Riverfront Park
Park
👍👍 When I was little my dad & I would go fishing from the bank of the river, I caught an 8 pound northern when I was 8 years old, so that in itself was very memorable to me.
We found old bottles along the shore & even saw soft shell turtles. It was always a very special place.
My dad passed away sudd...
4.50 (449 reviews)
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Fillin' Station Coffeehouse
Coffee shop
👍👍 I understand why this place was rated Mankato's best in 2020. The coffee is great! I loved the vanilla honey bee. Fast and friendly service. Plenty of tables and some comfy couches make this a great gathering place. They also feature a different artist each month. Must try!!!
$ $$$
4.50 (417 reviews)
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Highland Park
Park
👍👍 The equipment is in great shape and there are things for large and small kids. I wish there were more benches.
There are small kids stuff, big kids stuff, volleyball nets, and a half court basketball court.
4.50 (202 reviews)
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Tourtellotte Park
Park
👍👍 This is a beautiful park Mankato has maintained. The pool is free all summer long! It's a great place for picnics and family reunions.
4.50 (122 reviews)
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Alexander Park
Park
Quaint neighborhood park featuring green expanses, athletic facilities & a children's playground.
4.40 (96 reviews)
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Hiniker Park
Park
👍👍 Was staying at a nearby hotel and wandered over here on a beautiful, early Saturday morning. The hike around the lake was very peaceful. Watched three distance swimmers who were swimming the length of the lake. The beach looked nice, as did the other facilities. There is a nice picnic shelter and a...
4.30 (230 reviews)
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Erlandson Park
Park
Community retreat featuring athletic fields, gardens, a playground, picnic areas & a skating rink.
4.30 (170 reviews)
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Jaycee Park
Park
👍 This is a great park to see some softball. It has men's and women's bathrooms and playground equipment for the kiddos!
4.30 (116 reviews)