Second Street and 11th Avenue South
Minneapolis, MN

When you need an immediate break from the hurry-up pace of work or craziness of life in general — discover Gold Medal Park, a slice of green space and sunshine in the downtown Mill District. This 7.5 acre park pleasantly disrupts the skyline as a quick urban escape. Learn more below about what makes Gold Medal Park a local favorite.

102 Portland Ave S
Minneapolis, MN

At Mill Ruins Park, you’ll see historic walls of flour mills and discover 1800s Minneapolis as the world’s powerhouse flour producer near Saint Anthony Falls.

1 Theodore Wirth Pkwy
Minneapolis, MN

Make tracks to Eloise Butler — a wildflower garden and nature getaway, that for more than a century, has been devoted to the gorgeous blooms of summer. You’ll be surrounded by the sights and smells of summer while walking a short, winding trail among thousands of wildflowers and native plants in woodlands, marshes and prairie grasses.

4124 Roseway Rd
Minneapolis, MN

Where is the most beautiful place in town to stroll with your sweetie? We propose to you, Lyndale Park Garden, a 1.5 acres park on the northeast side of Lake Harriet, and holy grail of beautiful gardens. In Spring, thousands of blooming tulips speak the language of love. In Summer, you’ll be surrounded by thousands of roses, the ultimate flowers of love. In Fall, wildflowers and buzz-worthy pollinator-friendly plants add more sweetness to your words of love.

4801 S Minnehaha Dr
Minneapolis, MN

If you’re in search of the perfect family picnic spot, make it Minnehaha Falls Park. This 167-acre park has public grills for your picnic barbecuing, playgrounds for the kiddos, botanical gardens to explore, and plenty of space to spread out. But first, you’ll feel the mist before setting eyes on the majestic 53’ waterfall. Take the staircase trail to the base of the falls for an Insta-worthy photo.