Best Things to Do in Shakopee, Minnesota By Ravish Mattoo
1.Canterbury Park
Nestled in the southwest corner of the Minneapolis/St. Paul Twin Cities, Shakopee is a thriving community situated along the Minnesota River. Offering both the charming spirit of a small town and the conveniences of a vibrant cosmopolitan city, Shakopee is a booming river town. Founded
in 1857, this lively neighborhood is known for its historic attractions including The Landing living history event and Wings of the North Air Museum. It is also home to several popular Minnesota attractions including the legendary Valleyfair Amusement Park, Prince’s Paisley Park, and
Canterbury Park card casino and racetrack. Here are 17 attractions in Shakopee that you won’t want to miss.
Located less than thirty minutes from downtown, Minneapolis, Canterbury Park is Minnesota’s premier card casino and racetrack. From mid-May through Labor Day, visitors can experience heart-pounding excitement with their live thoroughbred and quarter horse races, great for the
whole family. The newly remodeled card casino provides legal adults the largest selection of table games in the state, 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Omaha, Texas Hold ‘em, 7-Card Stud, Blackjack, EZ Bacarat, Pai Gow Poker, and Let it Ride are just a few of the classic games played here. The Park’s Special Events Center and Race Book is also open all year with daily action.
1100 Canterbury Road South, Shakopee, MN, Phone: 952-445-7223
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2.Valleyfair
Valleyfair is the largest amusement park in the Upper Midwest area. Open seasonally, from May to November each year, the park features more than 75 exciting rides and attractions. This includes eight daring and exhilarating roller coasters like the 230-foot tall tower, North Star.
Delirious, the newest addition, is a 70-foot-tall, looping, stomach sinker. For visitors who prefer a calmer experience, Valleyfair also has a variety of family and kid rides as well as the Soak City Waterpark. A new family area named Route 76 was created within the park. Inspired by its 1976
roots, old favorites have reappeared, Antique Autos, the Scrambler, and a revamped Tilt-a-Whirl to name a few.
1 Valley Fair Drive, Shakopee, MN, Phone: 952-445-7600
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3.The Landing
The Landing is a living history event that takes place Wednesday’s through Sunday’s from Memorial Day to Labor Day and exclusively on Saturday’s and Sunday’s from Labor Day until October 30th at the end of the season. Taking place in the Minnesota River Heritage Park, participants
reenact the lives of 19th century Minnesotans who established their lives on farmstead, frontier, and villages. The historic buildings are displayed as a timeline beginning at the pre-territorial era, ending in the late 1800s. Visitors can walk through the grounds and the river trail for free, or
choose to join a tour participating in a few hands-on activities. Each event offers a different experience and chances to meet new historic special guests.
2187 Highway 101 E, Shakopee, MN, Phone: 763-694-7784
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4.Paisley Park
Paisley Park is the remarkable private estate and production compound of legendary musician, Prince, located less than 15 minutes away from Shakopee in the town of Chanhassen. Fans of the extraordinary performer have been given the unique opportunity to tour his private sanctuary
where he created, produced, and performed many of his most famous hits. Throughout the tour guests will get the chance to view artifacts from the late singer’s personal archives. This includes his iconic concert wardrobe, musical instruments, awards, motorcycles, and artwork as well as
rare video and music recordings. There are four ways visitors can tour the Park, from General Admission, a 70-mintue tour to the Ultimate Experience, a three-hour tour.
7801 Audubon Road, Chanhassen, MN
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5.Minnesota Landscape Arboretum
Located less than ten minutes from Shakopee, in the town of Chaska, the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum is a popular tourist attraction situated on over 1,200 acres. A premier northern garden, it was established in 1958, created by the University of Minnesota Horticultural Research
Center. These impressive grounds feature woods, prairies, several tree collections, magnificent colorful gardens, and miles of beautifully landscaped trails. Visitors can view various nature-inspired exhibits in the onsite galleries, dine at the Arboretum Café, peruse the Anderson Horticultural
Library, and explore the Bee and Pollinator Center. They also offer public tours by foot or on the Trumpet Creeper Tram led by knowledgeable naturalists.
Contact us at :
Travelodge by Wyndham Valleyfair Shakopee
1251 1st Ave E, Shakopee, MN 55379, USA
Reservation: +1-952-466-6572
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