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Visiting the Twin Cities with Kids

April 21, 2018

A sculptural Minnesota Welcomes You Sign

Special thanks to The Roseville Visitors Association for partnering with us and hosting our stay so that we can share all about the fun things there are to do in Roseville and the Twin Cities! This article may contain affiliate links. 

 

If you are planning a trip to the Twin Cities, Roseville, MN, is the perfect hub for all of your fun adventures! Located within minutes of Minneapolis and St. Paul (just 10 minutes from both downtowns), it’s close proximity to attractions and restaurants make it the perfect destination on your next vacation to the Twin Cities!

A close up of the Roseville water tower in Minnesota.

 

[section-divide]Science Museum of Minnesota[/section-divide]

A highlight of our trip, the Science Museum of Minnesota is full of hands-on, engaging exhibits, perfect for the whole family!

A close up of a space suit at the Science Museum in Minnesota.

 

Visit multiple floors to experience interactive exhibits including The Mississippi River, The Human Body, Experiment Gallery, Math Moves, and more.

A close up of a dinosaur skeleton at the Science Museum in Minnesota.

 

Throughout the day, enjoy presentations led by enthusiastic leaders, on a variety of engaging topics, with experiments and audience participation.

A man doing a cryogenics demonstration at the Science Museum in Minnesota.

 

Our favorite exhibit at The Science Museum of Minnesota, Sportsology had several interactive exhibits that allowed you to test your skills with those of collegiate and professional athletes.

A sportsology display at the Science Museum in Minnesota.

A sign that reads, Want to race?, at the Science Museum in Minnesota.

 

[section-divide]Como Park Zoo and Conservatory[/section-divide]

The outside of a building in the snow in Minnesota.

We loved our visit to the Como Park Zoo and Conservatory! At the time of writing, it was FREE Admission (donations welcome.)

 

A bunch of purple flowers next to a water garden feature in Minnesota.

The flowers in the Marjorie McNeely Conservatory were stunning and brought a wonderful sense of Spring in the middle of Winter.

The Zoo housed a variety of animals, including an indoor Tropical Encounter Exhibit. The kids loved the Zoo, which was the perfect size for an afternoon visit.

 

[section-divide]Mall of America and Other Favorite Attractions[/section-divide]

The inside of the Mall of America in Minnesota.

A fun stop for any visit to the Twin Cities is the Mall of America. With 400+ Events held at Mall of America each year, there is always something fun going on!

 

A roller coaster at Nickelodeon Universe in the Mall of America in Minnesota.

Nickelodeon Universe, located in the middle of Mall of America, was a special treat for our family! With 27 fun-filled rides, including some we have never seen before at other parks, it was very fun-filled day.

Read more about all of the FUN at Mall of America and Nickelodeon Universe here!

 

[section-divide]Outdoor Fun[/section-divide]

A frozen water fall in Minnesota.

Minnesota is full of outdoor activities and experiences during all Seasons of the year. Minnehaha Falls in Minnehaha Park are stunning during the Winter, and I imagine equally amazing during the rest of the year!

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A snowy field in Minnesota.

As one can imagine, lakes are abundant in the Twin Cities. Even though it was Winter, there were people everywhere enjoying the outdoors, walking around the lakes, cross country skiing, and playing hockey.

 

A group of people playing hockey on a  pond in Minnesota.

 

A city with tall buildings in the snow in Minnesota.

The beautiful skyline!

 

[section-divide]Where to Eat in Roseville[/section-divide]

The Country Inn & Suites in Roseville was centrally located to many delicious restaurants!

A sign on the side of a building that reads, 13 Lucky\'s Pub  in Minnesota.

Our favorite restaurants in Roseville include La Casita, Lucky’s 13 Pub, and Pizza Luce.

Be sure to check out the Daily Specials at La Casita including a Taco Night and Kids Eat Free night!

Lucky’s 13 Pub provided a warm atmosphere, friendly wait staff, with a variety of menu options.

At Pizza Luce, the baked potato pizza was delicious, and my husband really enjoyed his Vegan sandwich.

 

The storefront for Snuffy\'s Malt Shop in Minnesota.

We happened to find this perfect little diner in St. Paul, Snuffy’s Malt Shop, with delicious food. The malts and ice cream was outstanding, too!

 

[section-divide]Where to Stay in the Twin Cities[/section-divide]

The outside entrance to Country Inn Suites in Roseville.

Roseville, Minnesota, is the perfect place to stay when visiting the Twin Cities! With less traffic and wonderful hotels and restaurants, it provides a perfect resting stop after a fun-filled day.

The Country Inn & Suites in Roseville (affiliate link) was clean, family-friendly, with a friendly and helpful staff.

 

The inside of a guest room at Country Inn Suites in Roseville.

The inside of a guest room at Country Inn Suites in Roseville.

The rooms were spacious with a pull-out sofa, desk, seating areas, and 2 TV’s. This was perfect for our family of 4!

 

The hotel lobby at Country Inn Suites in Roseville.

The beautifully decorated lobby welcomed visitors with a comfortable ambience.

 

The hotel lobby at Country Inn Suites in Roseville.

This was a perfect spot to enjoy the delicious breakfast that was included every morning, or to relax and visit with friends after a long day.

 

The indoor pool at Country Inn Suites in Roseville.

My kids enjoyed the pool every night!

 

A canister and sign at Country Inn Suites in Roseville.

It’s the little things that make all the difference, and these delicious cookies in the front lobby were a perfect touch!

 

A State of Minnesota welcome sign with overlay text that reads, Visiting the Twin Cities with Kids.

 

[section-divide]More Midwest Travel Resources: [/section-divide]

  • Fun at Mall of America and Nickelodeon Universe
  • Day and Weekend Trips from Omaha
  • Midwest Indoor Waterparks
  • Midwest Outdoor Waterparks

 

Special thanks to The Roseville Visitors Association for partnering with us and hosting our stay so that we can share all about the fun things there are to do in Roseville and the Twin Cities! Be sure to contact them for help planning your next visit. 

 

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