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Wanderlog staff Updated • updatedApr 10, 2023
How long is the drive from Rogers to Minneapolis?
The direct drive from Rogers to Minneapolis is 653 mi (1,051 km), and should have a drive time of 9 hrs 35 mins in normal traffic.
If you’re going on a road trip from Rogers to Minneapolis, we did the research for you and compiled some great stops along the way — with Kansas City, Des Moines, Saint Joseph, Independence, Overland Park, and Kansas City, as well as top places to visit like W 20th Rd and Silver Dollar City, or the ever-popular Bluff Dwellers Cave.
The top cities between Rogers and Minneapolis are Kansas City, Des Moines, Saint Joseph, Independence, Overland Park, and Kansas City. Kansas City is the most popular city on the route. It's 3 hours from Rogers and 6 hours from Minneapolis.
Overland Park, located in Johnson County, Kansas, is the second-most populous city in the state and a key part of the Kansas City metropolitan area. With a population close to 200,000 people, it offers its own distinct attractions for visitors. Situated just across the border from Kansas City, Overland Park is more than just a suburban community and has plenty to offer for exploration and enjoyment.
6% as popular as Kansas City
12 minutes off the main route, 33% of way to Minneapolis
Located on the western border of Missouri, Kansas City is famous for its barbecue cuisine as well as its rich jazz history and iconic fountains. The 18th & Vine Jazz District houses both the American Jazz Museum and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. Meanwhile, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art boasts an impressive collection of nearly 40,000 works spanning from ancient to contemporary art periods. Additionally, visitors can admire the museum's unusual giant shuttlecocks on display outside its entrance.
Most popular city on this route
5 minutes off the main route, 34% of way to Minneapolis
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Independence is a city famous for its historical sites and museums, such as the Truman Library & Museum and the Frontier Trails Museum. These places offer insights into the pioneer era and the life of former U.S. president Harry S. Truman. The Community of Christ Temple also has a visitors center that showcases the area's Mormon heritage.
10% as popular as Kansas City
10 minutes off the main route, 34% of way to Minneapolis
Located on the border of Kansas and Missouri, Kansas City offers a mix of natural beauty and urban attractions. The area is home to the Kansas Speedway, which hosts NASCAR races and features a casino. Wyandotte County Lake Park provides outdoor activities such as trails, playgrounds, and boat rentals. At Kaw Point Park, visitors can take in views of the downtown skyline while learning about its historical significance as the campsite for the Lewis and Clark Expedition in 1804.
Most popular city on this route
8 minutes off the main route, 34% of way to Minneapolis
St. Joseph is a city in Andrew and Buchanan counties and the county seat of Buchanan County, Missouri, United States. Located on the Missouri River, it is the principal city of the St. Joseph Metropolitan Statistical Area, which includes Buchanan, Andrew, and DeKalb counties in Missouri and Doniphan County, Kansas. Wikipedia.
6% as popular as Kansas City
27 minutes off the main route, 39% of way to Minneapolis
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Des Moines, the capital city of Iowa, boasts of several landmarks from the 19th and early 20th centuries. The East Village area is home to the iconic Iowa State Capitol building with a gold dome. Visitors can also explore contemporary collections at Des Moines Art Center or stroll through Pappajohn Sculpture Park. Every weekend, Downtown Farmers' Market attracts crowds eager to sample local produce and enjoy live music.
19% as popular as Kansas City
3 minutes off the main route, 62% of way to Minneapolis
Best stops along Rogers to Minneapolis drive
The top stops along the way from Rogers to Minneapolis (with short detours) are Silver Dollar City, National WWI Museum and Memorial, and The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Other popular stops include Kauffman Stadium, SPAM Museum, and Mystic Lake Casino Hotel.
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Bluff Dwellers Cave
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Museum
Caverns & Caves
We ended up here after Googling caves near me while visiting Eureka Springs. One review said it was the best cave they had been to so we decided to see if it was for ourselves. This experience was the best! Best tour guide, best cave, best gift shop! Great location and some where I would definitely recommend other going to see. I could have taken a 1000 pictures. We had such a good time! Thank you for putting up with a large crazy group we will never forget it!!!
TXGIRL JUL — Google review
This was a great stop. Our tour guide, Jackie, was super! They give tours every half hour or so. You can call ahead but reservations are not required. The cave and grounds are well kept. It's not the biggest tour I've been on but we enjoyed it. There are a few steps and some areas under 4ft or so where you will have to duck, but nothing too bad. I'm 6'1 and 230lbs and I squeezed through just fine. They do have salamanders, crawdads and bats in the cave, which is cool. The gift shop and museum are small but nice. Prices were fair for what you get. Thanks again!
Tyler Dixon — Google review
The cave was amazing! We really enjoyed our tour guide Emma and her friendly demeanor. She did a wonderful job throughout the tour and answered all of our questions with a smile. The gift shop and museum were very nice. A huge thank you to all those who made this trip so interesting! Highly recommend this destination!
Gena Thompson — Google review
Amazing tour with an amazing tour guide. Very funny and protective of the caves preservation yet also incredibly informative. We saw three out of 5 breeds of salamander and can’t wait to come back for the Wild Tour. It’s amazing that the cave has stayed in the family since its discovery. Whatever pay Cory makes, he deserves more! He goes above and beyond. At the end of our tour, he didn’t hesitate to grab a golf cart to take a man with a cane to his car. Incredible. Please go support this amazing place. 💜
Unity Chapman — Google review
We saw a brochure in our hotel for the cave and my 5 year old wanted to check it out. As his first time exploring a cave, this was a great experience! Boon was an excellent tour guide keeping it fun for everyone and had so much knowledge of the cave and its history! We also enjoyed going through the gem museum and gem hunting. Definitely worth the trip! Thank you for sharing this cave and experience with us!
Kasi Orr — Google review
Bluff Dwellers Cave was an amazing quick day trip for my family. The five of us, all adults, thoroughly enjoyed it. The grounds are very well kept, they have a cool gift shop with historical artifacts and other trinkets, and the tour itself was entertaining and educational. The cave is, in my opinion, beyond cool inside. Such a beautiful place. Our tour guide was Boone, and he was amazing. He was very informative and entertaining, and made sure we stayed aware of everything around us during the tour. The most difficult part of the tour is the stairs when you first arrive. There are some with varying heights, but I was able to navigate, and I do have some difficulty walking in general. The cave is always 56 degrees, and a sweatshirt and jeans were perfectly comfortable. The tour was almost exactly one hour, and we bought tickets on arrival and started the tour within 10-15 mins, enough time to wander around the gift shop and look around. I highly recommend this cave tour!
Carla Mendez — Google review
Loved our experience at Bluff Dwellers cave. We had a private tour experience with Cory (AKA coolest cave dude ever)
Cory knew all the cave animal hiding spots so we were able to see a ton of wildlife, he also was extremely knowledgeable and presented all the information in a fun and exciting way. I absolutely plan on returning with my children. This place is an excellent family experience. There is a lodge located on the premises as well, we didn’t stay but it’s something I plan on looking into our next trip around. There are a TON of caves and state parks in the nearby area.
I will note however because of this attraction being a cave it is not wheelchair or stroller friendly.
Christine Gruber — Google review
I loved this tour! Saw the signs on the side of the road coming from Joplin and decided to stop. I was early, but it was worth the wait. My tour guide, Vianna, was amazing. So many amazing things to see underground. I’m so glad I stopped. One of the coolest things I’ve done on my travels.
Annika Plummer — Google review
Tour Guide Cory was wonderful- so knowledgeable & had great jokes! The cave was one of the most beautiful we’ve seen, & we had a great tour. We also got to see around 15 different salamanders. Highly recommend bringing your family here!
Sara O — Google review
Our guide 'Boone' was great, very knowledgeable. The cave is fantastic, this was the second time our family has visited. I took the kids when my daughter was 12 and my son was 3, this time she was 21, he was 12. They loved it both times. I highly recommend purchasing a bag of gems in sand to mine for your gems in the sluice box they have outside the cave. We all had a great time doing that. Lots of good family memories. We will be visiting again and again.
Julie Smith — Google review
Amazing tour with an awesome guide!
Cory was fun, knowledgeable and the highlight of the tour! He shared facts and history with some (many!) puns sprinkled in!
The hour tour is worth the price. And I’d gladly go back.
My husband and I panned for gemstones and relaxed after the tour. The guides walked by and continued to greet us and check out the stones we found. Everyone was super great from the time we pulled in to the time we left!
Thanks for some great memories in Missouri!
Bree Cowan — Google review
Quite the surprise. We added this cave to our schedule after a suggestion from the owner of the Spanish Treasure cave. It was awesome. Pretty, informative, safe, and the tour guide was great. This ended up being our favorite for the scenery in the cave. The guide was incredible. She was good with the kids, bubbly, patient and did a fantastic job. Worth the trip.
Julian Caldwell — Google review
My boyfriend and I visited on our weekend vacation and we had a BLAST. It was his second time visiting and my first time. We were the only two on the tour, which was pretty cool! Our tour guide was awesome, cracking jokes but making sure we learned a lot! I got some awesome shots of the wildlife including a couple salamanders and bats!
We had to do minimal ducking which I was surprised by, and we were on pretty flat ground for the whole cave. We stopped at the gift shop after our tour and checked out the museum and black light room which was pretty interesting!
100% would recommend visiting, even if you have to drive out of the way a bit! Bathrooms are also available before you enter the cave which is a huge plus!
Hannah — Google review
It was such a cool place to visit and explore! our tour guide Jackie was pretty cool! she was very good at explaining everything while making the tour fun! the people who work here were such nice people. definitely would recommend going, it’s such a wonderful memory to have.
Dani S — Google review
Fun tour, the tour guide was amazing! My 4 and 8 year old really liked it! They planned for treasure and found tons of mineral rocks and lots of "shark teeth" although I think some of them were not shark teeth haha it was still the excitement! We will definitely go back. The guide was funny and educated. We were the only ones there I'm assuming because it was the last hour of the day, but I think it being just us made it even better. The inside of the cave was cool and dark, but the guide had a flashlight that kept it plenty bright inside. The gift shop was a little pricey, but what gift shop isn't. They got some awesome souvenirs and my kids already asked to go back!
Abigail Edmondson — Google review
This cave has awesome history to it! I would definitely recommend this for families. We even got an awesome guide, Cory. The place is owned by the original finders grandkids. Cool cave, cool guide and a great experience. 10/10 I definitely recommend!!
FANTO OFFICIAL — Google review
While on vacation my husband thought it would be a good idea to check out some caves. Most of them were closed this time of year but this one was open so we gave it a go. So far this was the best part of our trip. We were very nervous bringing our children because theres no touching and no strollers allowed and we didn't know how well they would do. Our tour guide was amazing though and he kept everyone entertained and engaged in the information he shared with us. He made it so much fun and we loved how much he enjoyed his job. We would definitely go back because it was such an awesome experience.
Bethany Mouret — Google review
Awesome cave! My guide was Boone. He was very knowledgeable and also made the whole experience a lot of fun. I saw a cave cricket, salamander and bat. You can see fossils hidden within the cave walls. I also learned some great history about the cave including Native Americans visiting the cave. I have been to a lot of caves and this one had some real unique aspects to it. A real hidden gem, I highly recommend it!
Tammy Wall — Google review
Had an amazing guided tour with Cory. Hes truly a master of his craft. Extremely knowledgeable. We were very lucky to have him, and so are the bluff dwellers cave family.
Kyle DeAngelis — Google review
This was such a cool experience! We purchased our tickets online and showed up early but our guide allowed us to join an earlier group so we didn’t have to wait which was nice. Boone was our tour guide and he was amazing!! Super knowledgeable and made the tour fun and friendly. Will definitely come back to try the wild tour! Thank you guys😁
Katelyn Mire — Google review
Amazing! We came to Miami, Ok from Northern Michigan to visit family, they had never been to Bluff Dwellers Cave. After driving 15 hours to get to Oklahoma, a 50 min drive seemed like salt on a wound. After seeing the beauty of God's creation within this cave, I would walk 15 hours to see it! Highly recommend stopping here!!! Add this item to your bucket list!! The staff and the grandson of the brave explorer that found the cave were exceptional!!! Far surpassed any and every expectation! Laura did a great job as a tour guide, using facts, stories, and some humor! American businesses, take a look at this team as an example of how a business should be, and how a team should work together!! Such an amazing experience for the entire family! Thank you all!
Noxus — Google review
Absolutely stunning cave system, surprisingly low cost for the tour! Our tour guide, Boone, was incredibly informative, funny, and made us all feel right at home. He showed us many beautiful features of the cave, and was knowledgeable about the history of its formation, discovery, and excavation. More importantly, it was obvious he loves his job! I would definitely go again. We detoured about an hour off our main path to see this cave, and it was worth every second!
Matagorda MMA — Google review
We had a wonderful time at the caverns. Ann was our tour guide and was allot of fun and very knowledgeable about the cave. The gift shop and rock museum were pretty awesome to see as well.
Jenifer Sellars — Google review
We visited this cave on a Friday during spring break. It was quiet on location and very peaceful just out front. The gift shop was full of minerals and gemstones as well as other cave related findings! The museum inside the gift shop was very informative, and had lots of artifacts on display. We used the pans to search for minerals and there were SO many stones in the dirt, it was worth the money! My children both crawled the crawl space that was outside several times and enjoyed the entire place.
Our tour guide was Boone and he helped make it a magical, musical, and memorable! He very much knew a lot about the cave and the Native American history of what was there. He shared stories throughout the tour and answered our questions. He was genuinely excited to see an adult salamander living inside the cave, and to show my children the bats that were sleeping. He even took time to explain the unnatural things in the cave that had been put in by man.
We will be back with more friends!
Andrea Binkley — Google review
Incredible hidden cavern in a little bitty small town. The staff was so friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. Lauren was an incredible guide and very knowledgeable about this amazing cavern.
This cavern is very family friendly and or large groups. Our family of 6 with kids of different ages enjoyed every aspect of this cavern. So much history and a great educational experience! I loved that it’s still family owned and operated to this day. Amazing atmosphere and I would recommend to anyone.
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Silver Dollar City
Amusement park
Water & Amusement Parks
Leafy theme park with rides & waterslides, plus demos of basket weaving & other old-timey pursuits.
We were just there last week and pleasantly surprised that the park was full of greenery trees and flowers everywhere giving us lots of shade from the heat. It was busy not overcrowded like the Disney world. This park was better than Disney. We could relax and enjoy the rides. Just a different atmosphere. Their rides esp the water rides were awesome! So impressed with how friendly staff and people were to us. It made our trip so worth while. Thank you for the hospitality!
J Sheldon — Google review
We really do enjoy this theme park!!! The atmosphere is is nice, they are rides for all ages ( the roller coasters are AMAZING), the scenery is wonderful, and we only had a problem with one worker. (She was running the kiddie coaster.) I removed a star because the first day we went was absolutely packed. I get it, it is a theme park so it is going to be busy, but this was a weekday and we were literally shoulder to shoulder with everyone! They were understaffed and the lines for all the rides were so long! I feel like on days it is going to be super busy they should NOT allow so many people to come in. Besides that I would definitely recommend this theme park.
Rebecca Schnetzler — Google review
This park is truly one of a kind. It's a theme park that has a unique, old-fashioned feel to it, which sets it apart from other theme parks. The rides are thrilling and exciting, but there are also plenty of fun activities for those who don't like rides. The food is delicious, and there are plenty of options to choose from. The staff is friendly and helpful, and they go out of their way to make sure you have a great time. The park is also clean and well-maintained, which makes for a pleasant experience. Overall, I would highly recommend Silver Dollar City to anyone looking for a fun and memorable experience!
Aliyah Thompson — Google review
Silver dollar city is a beautiful park with a lot of activities,events,foods and rides. There were restrooms and chairs to rest. They will provide detailed map of silver dollar city like name of rides, shows with time, restaurant using numbers. There is a regular to diamond VIP pass, you can upgrade when you want. Water is free all over park. Foods we're amazing. Beverages can be refilled at any shop by paying money. Saloon show was amazing, filled audience with laugh and entertainment. All rides has their height limit for kids to ride. Safety measures are followed throughout park. There are multiple areas to visit. You should be ready to walk a lot. Beautiful park with entertainment and many things to enjoy.
Venkatlaxmi Vic — Google review
I went at Christmastime and the lights were just spectacular. I've seen a lot of light shows and displays but nothing like this! It was just amazing and I didn't even know where to look first. Also, the rides were a blast. I love roller coasters and Silver Dollar City did not disappoint. So fun!
Kristina Hernandez — Google review
This is a unique amusement park. The mining village theme for the buildings is good. The humour associated with the narration of its mining history and the tour guides stories were very much enjoyable. One of the tour guides asked for tips which will only be used to "help children" and he has five children :-D. Another one asked riders of the train not to activate the emergency brake if they don't have an emergency because if they did, "one will be provided for them" :-D.
The roller coasters here are of the moderate thrill type and are quite enjoyable. Christmas season is particularly good because of the lighting. This is one of the best I have ever seen. Nearly the entire theme park was beautifully decorated with lights.
For me personally, the jewel on the crown was the Marvel Cave - a 500-foot deep cave with an underground waterfall.
Praghalathan Kanthakumar — Google review
Our first time here. We were impressed with the family friendly atmosphere and the amazing Christmas lights. Our teenagers' expectations of the rides were far exceeded. They even asked to come again in the future. The layout of the park takes a bit of getting used to. In the large crowd (I heard there was record attendance on the day we were there, 12/30/21), I don't feel like we were able to see everything and not being familiar with the layout hurt us. The lines for dining were excessive but I'm not sure if that is normal. The teens had the express passes and felt like they were able to enjoy the experiences. My husband and I just took in the sights and enjoyed taking in things slowly. The show, Home for the Holidays was excellent. Again, when you can impress everyone in the group including teens, you are doing it right. The food at the buffet was not good, bland and heavy, but I have no way of knowing if that's normal or a result of large crowds and short staffing. I would be willing to try again. Overall, I highly recommend Silver Dollar City for the excellent family experiences.
Jennifer Abrell — Google review
We really enjoyed our time here. We got the "after 5" tickets and had plenty of time for the kids to ride what they wanted and adults time to shop. We absolutely LOVED the vendors in the barn! Honey pecans! YUM! The gentlemen with the furs were so sweet and taught us all about the different furs! The rest of the employees were so engaging and helpful! All the fall decor was super cute! Employees were all so polite and helpful! We will definitely return!
all on fishing 524 fishing — Google review
Having only been to Six Flags theme parks around the United States, this little park really surprised me! First off, the staff is so fun and you can tell they really do enjoy what they are doing. Very helpful too. The main rides are fun, my personal favorite was Time Traveller and Wild Fire. The view you get from Wild Fire is breathtaking! I highly recommend going in the off season. We happened to be there yesterday (April 21st, 2023) and legit had no lines and got to ride everything 4 times each. It was perfect! Great weather too. I will say some parts of the park are a little steep to walk but overall it wasn’t bad. I can’t wait to come back here! Also, if you choose the “Free Parking” line and go to stop 5, there is a bus that picks you up right there and drives you to the front so you don’t have to walk. When you are ready to leave just find the stop 5 pick up and the bus will take you back! It was super convenient and was great because of how tired we were by then lol.
Kayla Thonesen — Google review
I have a few complaints and suggestions but over all we had a great time. Our boys are 15 & 17 and hard to entertain but they enjoyed the park and it’s rides. We did a 3 day pass most will tell you two days is fine. I however enjoyed taking our time and seeing every show and eating at our leisure.
Steve Horvath — Google review
I have been coming to this park since I was a little girl and now I'm bringing my little ones! I have been to the park hundreds of times and it's worth it every year!! I have really enjoyed getting to grow up coming to the park and seeing all the changes and improvements! All the rides are thrilling and all of the shows and shops are worth seeing!! A perfect family friendly park to visit! It's also worth mentioning that over the years the park has seemed busier and busier and they have even expanded their parking lots. I used to live in Springfield Mo which is not very far from the park but since I have moved to Fayetteville AR, over 2 hours away I have found it's better to buy the trail blazer passes that last all season. With how busy the park gets almost every day it let's us skip the lines to the roller coasters and gives us more time to really enjoy the park. Without the trail blazer passes you will easily spend over an hour waiting in line for any of the rides. We once waited over two hours just to ride time traveler. So it's definitely worth getting trail blazer passes! Also, the different festivals each season is amazing and they have the BEST Christmas lights in the whole world!!
Chrissy Snow — Google review
We had the pleasure of attending Harvest Fest this year! Plus, it was my birthday. We had such a great time. The tasting pass is excellent! Can't wait to go for Christmas too! We had a group of 8 and had a blast! The food was so delicious and comforting! The lines for the harvest themed food were extremely long but flowed quickly and efficiently. We only rode 1 ride due to the misty cold weather. The decorations and pumpkins were amazing! It was so beautiful and tastefully done. Can't wait to go again next year!
Kristen Davis — Google review
Had a lot of fun, but there was such a long wait for rides and food that we didn't get to see much of the park. I recommend going more than one day if you can or go when the park isn't as busy. We have go e several times, and Halloween and Christmas are just so busy, but definitely both are a must see just be prepared for longer wait times. We bought tickets in advance, so our wait time to enter wasn't that long at all.
Jaymi Shoun — Google review
Over 6.5 million Christmas lights, it looks like pure Christmas magic! The whole family enjoyed it especially all the rides and the 20-minute train ride. We did have to wait about 1.5 hours to ride the train and to get on was like letting sheep out, there was no rhyme or reason and people cut you in line. They should have a better system for this because my parents are disabled and they were getting cut and almost did not get a seat on the train after standing for far too long in that line. We only went for 3 hours but if you pay all of that money, make it a whole day thing and get your money’s worth. The lines were way too long, I felt like I was at Disney World but without the fast passes. For a family of 4, 2 kids and 2 adults, it was about $300 for 3 hours and most of that time was spent split up and waiting for the train and waiting for the roller coaster rides. Since it was right after Christmas, all of their Christmas items in the gift shops were 75% off but finding your way around the place was a nightmare and the workers in the shops were not helpful. We spent so much time trying to find something that was located in the giftshop and none of the three workers we asked, told us it was located there. Too many slopes too, hard to get around if you’re disabled or older. Good thing it was not snowing or icy outside because it seemed it would be difficult to get around on the uneven ground.
Samantha Baldyga — Google review
This place is AWESOME! Tons of things to do for a full day of fun for ALL ages. Everything is kept clean - even the bathrooms! Lots of shade! Workers were friendly and always helpful. Definitely check out Marvel Cave tour and Time Traveler. I got better ticket deals online. We went during a weekday & it's was perfect!
Aide Morales — Google review
We came on a Saturday evening after 5 so we were able to purchase the $40 per person half price tickets. It rained for a little while, but we were still able to ride Fire in the Hole (this is the last year it will be in operation), go through Grandpa's house, and see plenty of shops and interesting sights during the rain. All of the employees were extremely helpful and nice. Time Traveler and Powder Keg were mine and my husband's favorite rides. Our teenage daughter thoroughly enjoyed the ABBA tribute band in the Amphitheater and she and our 9 year old nephew both enjoyed the outdoor jazz band. We definitely want to come back when we can purchase a season pass (much cheaper than purchasing full price tickets for more than one day) because there is so much to see and do. We definitely got our money's worth in the few hours we were there and even got to stop and see the beautiful nightly fireworks show up close as we were exiting.
Kirbi Poindexter — Google review
Get ready to pay up. It's a great family friendly amuseement park. There's plenty of food, crafts, and rides, but you better bring plenty of money. It costs dearly. There's a cave tour at the beginning of the park. Be sure to check it out. (My personal favorite ride is the Time Traveler. Amazing experience!)
Alex Hennis — Google review
First time going. I was impressed. The hidden star is the cave tour though. If you are um....let's say um ...a little more blessed downstairs then a couple of the rides are going to be a no go due to seat design(was no way, no how). But the rides were pretty fun. My lady enjoyed all of them. The glass blowing demonstration is cool. I just wish they spoke more on technique but who am I? Didn't get to see a lot of the craftsman demonstrations. But I will next time. This place is good family fun for less than big time theme parks. Food is relatively inexpensive for being locked in a park .
Daniel McGowan — Google review
Have loved coming here since I was a kid. They do a great job of bringing back the memories while constantly having new things to see and do. Rides are state of the art, shows are really fun, craftsmen are masters in their trade.
Whether you like rides, shows, shopping, history, food, cave exploration, etc. this is a must experience place for you!
For those with allergies they have a list online of which dishes/restaurants are allergen friendly. Great food options!
Elizabeth Fehring — Google review
Had a wonderful family visit. We stayed at the RV park and spent two days at the theme park. A great place for all. Nice rides, lots of live craft, arts and cooking going on. We saw some good musical entertainment as well. A much friendlier atmosphere than many places.
Richard Krueger — Google review
This is a very cute and beautiful place to visit. I spent whole day walking around the park. Many rides were closed due to the weather inclement. However, there were still a few rides open, and the wait for each ride was between 20 to 40 minutes. The Broadway style musical shows were awesome! Definitely worth to watch it. I watched the “Dicken’s Christmas Carol” show, very cute story. In addition, I strongly recommend to ride the steam train to get around the amusement park. I saw beautiful Christmas lights and story. The only downside about this amusement park was no place for people to rest. It was 45 degree Fahrenheit on the day I visited. I was so freezing and tired being outside for almost the whole day, and I could not find anywhere to rest and get warmer.
Mavis L — Google review
What can I say, we love this place! We have been visiting as a family since we moved to Missouri 5 years ago. Last year, we finally became Season Pass members, and it was so worth it! I bought 2 for our family of four, and they both came with free friends passes and we used those for the other 2 of us. I love the Pioneer theme, like Dollywood, and all the rides and artisan shops. The live shows are great too. But my very favorite things that they offer are the seasonal festivals and food/drink passports. We loved the garden fest in Spring, seeing the Circus in the summer, and the pumpkin dance party in the fall. Then of course, tonight we went to our favorite Christmas lights festival! The food passport is around $35, and you get to choose 5 seasonal choices from the different food vendors. We buy 1 and share. It is definitely worth it for the price and food selections! Our favorites are the soups, skillets, and funnel cakes!
Nicole Hood — Google review
We have loved every trip we have made to Silver Dollar City over the years. Our favorite time of the year is Christmas. It's indescribable the sense of Christmas spirit you feel between the park completely lit with holiday lights, the old fashion train ride complete with "Grandpa" sharing the story of Christmas, the professional musical productions of It's a Wonderful Life and A Christmas Carol. There is something for everybody in my family, whether young or old. Fantastic amusement rides, the best roller coasters I've ever been on, quality food at an affordable price, and a unique experience I have never seen anywhere else.
Thank you for being able to provide a family-friendly environment that has never lost its magic in the 20 years we've been visiting!
Jason Garraway — Google review
Had a great time for the final day. The app is so fantastic and pretty accurate for ride time waits. The staff was super friendly and when we requested the back they were always happy to let us have it. The Christmas lights were beautiful. If you are there during the winter when Christmas lights are up, I highly highly recommend riding the barn swing when it gets dark because the view is breathtaking (you just need to face the correct side, but you can ask the staff member and they are happy to do it).
Kaycee Ward — Google review
SDC did not disappoint! 1st time being there and it was perfect timing with it being the holiday season. So our family got to enjoy the Christmas lights, it was incredible. It was like a little village with various different kinds of things to enjoy. While the tickets may seem pricey, there were plenty of fun. During the cold season, not all the rides were open but it did not affect the overall experience. It was a lot of walking and we had a 5YO, so I’d recommend plan accordingly.
Lyn Nguyen — Google review
Night time was gorgeous, which is why I wanted to come during Christmas! The weather was perfect (65 degrees). I wish there was a little bit more detailed information to get around and enjoy everything. It was confusing and I feel we didn’t even get to explore half the park. Overall, I would recommend! Pay attention to discounted rates. Instead of $99 a person we paid $59.99. From rides to shows to the light show, it was a great experience!!! The turtles from the Brown’s Candy Store are a must-have!
Kalli McCann — Google review
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399 Silver Dollar City Pkwy, Branson, MO 65616, USA
Marvel Cave is a cavernous limestone formation situated below a popular amusement park. Its subterranean depths can be accessed by ascending 600 stairs or utilizing ramps and a cable train system for the return trip to the surface. The cave is marked by its damp, watery environment and features unique geological formations that have been shaped over thousands of years. Marvel Cave's natural beauty has made it an attraction for visitors seeking adventure and exploration in this remarkable underground world.
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Buffalo Run Casino & Resort
Casino
Casinos & Gambling
Casual casino lodging offering free breakfast & Wi-Fi, plus an indoor pool & 2 restaurants.
Wow! Wow! That’s literally what comes to mind when I think of this place! I love it. It’s just a few dollars more than the roach trap hotels around the same area and the accommodations here are amazing! The staff are the friendliest bunch of people I have ever experienced and have gone out of their way to make me comfortable. The casino next door is very nice as well. Not really my thing, but the food available in the casino section is really good and really fair priced. I highly recommend u try this place out!
Robert Moore — Google review
Went there for Thanksgiving lunch/dinner buffet. The food was very well prepared, my hats off to the chef and his crew. The front of house staff also did a great job, very personable and friendly, good service. Stayed for a little while after and played the machines, they all seemed pretty tight and not a lot of winning going on, could be because it was still kind of early. Will be back one day.
Matt Kieser — Google review
Only stayed once, but it was wonderful. Service & Staff is friendly. They have a cauliflower crust pizza that is good. But, the outer edge they get burnt because otherwise the center doesn't get done. When Bistro first opened and we tried it. It wasn't burnt. I tried telling them that. Games are fun. Do have 2 other places to eat.
Debbie Wilson — Google review
One of my best casino world wide hands down from customer service, to the pay and clean restroom restaurant haven't tried but I'm pretty sure the food is fantastic. I love the fact they stay working and making sure you are OK if you needed anything. For the workers keep up the great work🙌👍
Asoiva Iata — Google review
My Daughter and me are the Easter buffet there today. We had never been before to that casino. We both were very impressed by the service and the food. The best part was not overly crowded and for spacious. The veggies were cooked perfect. I had the Waldorf salad too it was the best I ever have had. The prime rib was cooked great. The fruit was just ripe too.
randy Hutsler — Google review
We had a wonderful time there. I wanted to check out the Truckers lounge. I was, way more than surprised, at what we saw. I expected slot machines. I was very wrong! It is an old farm house and inside was remodeled very elegantly!! Not a slot machine in sight. T.V. room, laundry room, computer, showers!! I think they turned a couple bedrooms into showers! They are huge!! Toilet, sink, shower and enough room to do cartwheels.
We played some blackjack and the dealers were very friendly, as expected. Didn't win but had a few hours of fun entertainment. Our room was nice and the bed was comfortable. We live 1/2 hour away and will most likely spend more nights there.
B T — Google review
The first place where a truck driver is treated with respect, and welcomed with open arms! Free breakfast with my overnight stay. All food was hot, and good, just like home. Thank U one and all for a GREAT experience.
The only change I would make. A Non - Smoking section in the casino!
David Hornberger — Google review
As a truck driver, this is most definitely my favorite casino to visit. Truck drivers get treated like we are nothing but trash in most places. Not here, we are treated with great respect. They have created a awesome drivers lounge for us. It is equipped with showers and sitting area. You can shower once a day free, and up to 3 loads of laundry done per day free. The casino gives drivers a $10 food voucher every day. And every morning drivers may go to the hotel and eat breakfast for free. Now this doesn’t sound like much to so, but for a driver who spends a couple months away from home working. This is just enough to recharge the batteries. If I could give them 10 stars I would. I have been driving for over 25 years. And hand down my favorite stop.
Richard Long — Google review
The people that work here are very friendly. The showers were clean and very nice. The laundry machines were very nice. Ten dollars for a 12 dollar buffet. It had steak, salmon, mashed potatoes, 7 different kinds of cake. It was beyond an awesome experience. Whoever is making decisions here knows how to run a business. Thank you for the charity. Thank you Jesus!
Charles Odom — Google review
Great place to stay, it is right beside the casino and you can even get a shuttle to and from if necessary. The resort is very nice and clean with excellent staff. They have a full breakfast in the morning that will be served to you just say what you want and the amazing host/server with get it for you and or bring it to your table. Breakfast stops at 11am.
Buffalo Run accommodation also includes truckers. They have plenty of truck parking, showers and complimentary $10 voucher every 24hrs for cdl holders and plenty more. Also $25 free play for 1st timers. But you have to play at least $10 to get the free play.
They also have indoor top golf and 2 restaurants and an 24hr bistro that is very good. They have plenty of games to choose from and actual gambling tables.
I have been to a few other casinos here in the area and so far Buffalo Run Casino and Resort is my favorite.
Brian Adkins — Google review
Great casino really is and especially if you're a trucker, one of the few that respects us! They have a truckers lounge where you can have your laundry done, beautiful shower room and a voucher for $10 for food each day I believe. Plenty of parking. Also I had a suite room when on a 34 hr reset there and the food was great and the room was pretty nice and big! Room was close to 5 star rating but this hotel definitely deserves 5 stars especially for being considerate and respectful.
James Crosby — Google review
I had a good time, while doing my 34hr restart. Not as good as the last time, about 6 weeks ago. I didn't have any luck at the Blackjack table this time. I don't like where they moved all the table games into a side room. I liked it better when they were on the main floor area. Feels like it lost the ambiance it had before!!
Mark Fellows — Google review
As A Truck Driver this is my go to spot when on the Toll road. Plenty of parking, nice modern yet cheap hotel rooms for guest and Drivers. The food is good. They have a new Drivers lounge. Which is awesome! But I like playing the slots, and the staff is very friendly and helpful!
Mylan Rivera — Google review
Signs all say more jackpots more winning more fun. Well I didn't win anything no jackpot for sure so not much fun. I know you won't win every time but don't claim to have loose slots if they are tight and don't really pay out. I couldn't even break even. I will say it's a nice casino and staff was great but a casino makes to much money to not let you win more than you do. Overall not a bad place just don't expect to win or break even. You might get lucky who knows.
Wes Crawford — Google review
This place is beautiful and cozy. There was ample parking for my truck and trailer. The front desk was so helpful and accommodating. The rooms are really nice with fancy showers. I will definitely be back my next roadtrip. T
Jaexon Sowell — Google review
Took my son and family here for his birthday and wanted to treat them with nice meal....
Was told 35 minute wait which was way over an hour, no biggie. We all had lots of questions about menu and waiter did great job with it. Got our drinks and salad and he was waiting a new table that came in, he took them their drinks and bread, told us he would bring ours in bit... felt like the other table was more important. We get our food and 3 out of 4 dishes are like warm to cold. Very disappointed, because could of been very good. Flavours were there but big bite of cold gravy on mine, cold chicken for pasta was not good. Waiter did comp free dessert, but would rather had hot meal. The boys were starving and ate theirs, but my daughter and I took home so we could hear and eat it hot.
Would of been nice to been checked on by mgmt about the experience.
Trace Montee — Google review
It was so refreshing to have a business that shows appreciation to truckers. I was really impressed with the free showers, free laundry, free casino credits, free truck parking in a clean and roomy lot, and a $10 meal voucher. You make it easy for me to give 5 stars 🌟. Thank you so much for the love.🙏🏾
Michelle McMillian — Google review
This place is awesome! Employees are extremely friendly. I'm a trucker and this place goes above and beyond to make sure truckers are made to feel welcome.
I lost $800 last time I was there, but it was worth it. I had a great time winning and losing . I had an absolutely great meal. I will definitely be back when I'm in the area and have spare time
Chad Barnes — Google review
I had a great stay here with my family last weekend. Staff is very friendly and helpful. Rooms were generously sized, clean and comfortable. The tiled walk-in showers were very nice. I also enjoyed the gift shop and morning coffee in the lobby dining area. Too bad we didn't stay during weekdays when the breakfast buffet is open. However the food at the 3 casino restaurants next-door was really good with generous portions. Overall a great deal!
Susannah Skye — Google review
All staff in every area are super nice. Big wins every once in a while. Usually enough to keep you alive & have some fun. By the way, they LOVE truckers! They provide ample parking, a separate building with showers & lounge, and their CDL discount isn't just 10%. It's $10 every 24 hours. We always stop here for the night whenever we have the chance.
Dennis Wesselman — Google review
I was given a room with toilet running, fridge door would not shut due to all the frost build up and a napkin behind tv stand. I asked to be put in a different room they refused my request. I checked out.
We love truckers not. I've stayed here other times this was the worst experience ever. I always make it a point to stop when on the area. That ends today.
JR Rocamora — Google review
Used to be my favorite place to stop. I'm a truck driver and used to love the truckers lounge. It's 10:00 in the morning, ain't no coffee made and can't do laundry because Desmond the worker is using all the machines for herself. I think I'll find me another favorite place to stop. Looks like she's doing her personal laundry. I didn't know they were allowed to do that as employees.
Charles Cook — Google review
Exceptional! I looked at the other reviews before going and thought it was too good to be true. This is a truckers paradise. The machines are loose and the staff is super friendly. They made our first visit a good one and we cannot wait to come back. Free showers and laundry for truck drivers. They also give you a $10 food voucher as well as free play on your first visit. Buffalo Run, you have us forever and I look forward to returning. Thanks for a fun time.
Jessica Hudson — Google review
Def lots of good parking for truckers, casino is nice inside, however, the Trucker Lounge is only open from 0700-2200, 7 days a week, but on the Sunday we were here, someone didn't show up to work, so no restrooms/shower access. The roving Security guy gladly took husband to the casino, because it's a pretty far walk. Hope we get to use the facilities next time.
Facility providing a range of zip-line canopy tours to view local ecology & the Ozark Mountains.
Katrina and her team were wonderful and very accommodating to our needs. We had a 4 year old toddler that wasn’t sure about the zip lining but Katrina and her team kept working with her until she was comfortable enough to do them. Safety was their number one priority and everyone in our group had a wonderful experience.
Santiago Pink — Google review
If I could give them 10 stars I would. The staff is extremely friendly and great at making you feel comfortable and safe. I must note that they have great customer service. We signed up for the 5 lines and photos... I assumed they were inconspicuously taking photos of us but it turned out that they took photos of the wrong group. When we figure it out that was the problem the owner immediately offered for us to come out and zip again the next day. Luckily for us we were still going to be in town. It was our last day there, so we were able to take her up on her offer! We went out on the morning run and it was just as beautiful as it was in the evening. The course is great for beginners but let me just say there are definitely some fast beautiful views from up above. Hold on to your pants and give him a try. You won't be disappointed!!
Amy Guerrero — Google review
These guys are top notch! We did both the laser tag and the zipline course and had an absolute blast. Gorgeous views, great staff, and a super fun experience. Can’t wait to go back!
Lanie Hess — Google review
Highly recommend! We haven’t done other zips in the area and chose this one because it was outside of town and truly in the forest. The leaves were just beginning to change colors and the weather was perfect! The team working was awesome, the were very safe and helped everyone have a great time.
Melanie Harr-Hughes — Google review
We have visited and ziplined 5 times here. We have never been disappointed. The guides are amazing, and Katrina, the owner, is the best. I highly recommend going.
Staci Czar — Google review
My whole family went zip lining for the first time here, and I'm the nervous mama, but I felt so safe the whole time! All of us had a blast, from the thrill seeking teenagers and father, to the worrywart mama and youngest. Everything was explained thoroughly and the short test run was very helpful. Plus our guides were very entertaining and enjoyable to be around, making the group setting hilarious, which is what I care about! Plus we got to be up in the mountains for over two hours with over 4 miles total of zip lines, making it a worthwhile afternoon for the cost!
Rachel Rosendahl — Google review
Awesome experience! Beautiful views. The guides were friendly and helpful.
Lanitha — Google review
We just finished our second zip line experience here, having gone 5 years ago when it was under different ownership. The quality of our experience was amazing and the owner, Katrina, is an absolute gem! The team made my whole party feel comfortable. This is a wonderful experience & I will certainly return with my family.
Zip line team - Thank you for being apart of memories we will all cherish 💙
Ameena Young — Google review
We have three young boys in our family who LOVE laser tag. We’ve played in lots of places and on lots of systems. This one is hands down the best. It worked flawlessly, tracks fun stats for each player and teams, has loads of possible play modes, and was all set outside with two very fun play zones. The people running the place were great and we all had a blast. To top it off, you can reserve your play time rather than do pay and play as you go like a lot of places, often with a wait in line between games. Play here was continuous and we could make it whatever we wanted. Highly recommend this place for laser tag. We will be back to try out the zip lines!
Amanda Owen — Google review
Our group had an awesome experience! The owner and the guides were all wonderful- they even went out of their way to ensure our comfort on the bumpy mountain roads that bring you up to the starting point. (A couple of us struggle with motion sickness.) The guides were great with the kids and very encouraging. We absolutely couldn't have asked for better service. 10/10 would recommend!
Alana Harper — Google review
We had a great time ziplining here. The owner is super nice and friendly 😊 Everyone was very professional and took care of us. This was our first time going and they made us feel very safe and we were able to enjoy ourselves without being stressed out. Safety is a high priority here and they are very safe. Didn't have to walk very far to the ziplines which is a nice setup. I highly recommend this place to enjoy your zipline adventures.
John Whitcomb — Google review
Took my family of 12, only 9 participated in the zipline. They had a blast! Made amazing memories. Staff is VERY knowledgeable and kind. It was obvious that safety was their first priority. Will be returning and highly recommend, worth every penny!!!
Sandy Lapsley — Google review
What an absolute blast, Katrina and her staff are top notch. We where there this spring of 2023 on a recommendation and were so happy we booked. If your on the fence get off and go make some memories, you won't regret it!!
Kevin Stockman — Google review
Zipline USA is our favorite zipline company! Our family and friends enjoyed a great morning of zipping down the high lines with the friendliest employees. We have ziplined around the world, and this is one of the best places. Definitely recommend to anyone even if you have a fear of heights. My husband is scared to death but loves it once he gets started.
Julie Stewart — Google review
My son and I went and it was an awesome experience! Great people and all around fun. It was in a beautiful spot also! Out in the wild with deer running around and a nice clear creek!
Scenic waterfall cascading off a 163-ft.-wide ledge, plus creek pools for swimming & fishing.
This was my first time seeing this waterfall in person, and it was breathtaking! It's definitely worth visiting. I can't wait to get more pictures this summer when the trees are green. I'm sure it'll be beautiful.
Jennifer Leigh — Google review
Beautiful place. I could stay here all day. We saw all kinds of wildlife in the short time we were there. Definitely going to come back next time we're out this way. I would love to be able to go swimming and to explore the area more. Clean and family friendly area.
The water looked like it was moving pretty fast in some areas, so make sure if you plan to go swimming to have life jackets on hand if needed.
Michelle W. — Google review
Beautiful area, I just wish there were more trash cans so that people wouldn't feel so compelled to litter. My and my boyfriend's pockets were full of trash we picked up after we walked around for about ten minutes, and there was no way we could get it all without a bag.
Jennifer Ezell — Google review
We got to the falls just before the sun started to come up. It made for some amazing photos.
I recommend this place to people who are adventurous. If you want to go all the way next to the falls, you will want to have shoes or boots with good grip. It can be slippery in spots. But if it's not busy, you can park your vehicle and view the falls from it. I prefer to get close enough to hear and really feel the water rushing and crashing onto the rocks.
Harley Chaos (Spanks1Big) — Google review
Beautiful! Two beautiful waterfalls! Be careful of where you step though as you could easily trip. Worth seeing for sure.
Jessica — Google review
Such a peaceful scene. Was so glad my family found time to stop by this beautiful attraction. Has small pool for children to play in. Enough space to actually set up and have picnic a falls. Not hard to find. Parking is limited. Wear appropriate shoes rugged terrain and slippery rocks in water.
Sckethia Byrd — Google review
Grand Falls is one of my go to spots for getting away from the hustle and bustle of life's busy accolades.
It is also a great spot to show those visiting or passing through. The falls are conviently located just off of the highway.
The falls are open to the public and it is free to visit year round. There is no specific parking when visiting, cars usually line the street. It typically is not overcrowded, but the visitation does pick up during the summertime peak hours. Occasionally, you'll see people fishing, hiking or even swimming down at the bottom, a little away from the waterfall.
Overall, I highly recommend atleast a 10 minute stop if passing through the Missouri to Oklahoma state-line. It is beautiful but be careful of all the rocks and watch your step. I would not recommend for those who are walking-impaired as this scenic area is not readily accessible. However, you can still view Grand Falls from the road.
Twyla King — Google review
Very cool waterfall just south of Joplin. The water must fluctuate a lot here. Be advised that there isn't much parking and it isn't the greatest, mostly just of the side of the road. Very calming to listen to the falls. The walk to get to a good picture location is treacherous, so be careful.
Brian Dible — Google review
Top place to visit in Joplin.
Always a pretty place to stop.
In the warmer months people often swim here. Great spot for pictures.
Family fun. Definitely bring towels, sunblock, and good and drinks. It's free. There's is no picnic tables or bathrooms.
Tabi — Google review
It's a nice place to see. I recommend being comfortable walking on rocks to see these amazing views. You'll have to enjoy your view standing because there isn't any seating unless you sit on the rocks. Also, if you're feeling a little adventurous, you can walk across the rocks and down to the river and splash around.
Rosanne Kudler — Google review
I love this place! This place is a beautiful place to just relax or even take professional photos! (I take my own) I love it out here. It’s so relaxing and peaceful. Whenever I go floating I start here at the falls and float down. It’s really nice to come before they close and sit and listen to the water. I’m from Florida so I appreciate just the sound of water a little more than most. Many people come from all over just to check out this place! Just be careful swimming/jumping off the falls if you ever do.
Country Wide — Google review
We drove up an hour from Bentonville,AR and wasn’t sure if the falls would be worth it. They were! Easily accessible, easy parking! They aren’t handicap accessible unless you want to view them from the rocky lot at the top. There are no designated parking spots, just dirt and rocks. I’m 65 and not too steady on my feet, but with my husband’s help and hiking sticks, I was able to climb down. Next time we will bring swim suits because there is a great swimming hole. Wonderful views and a lot of fun. Warning: slippery rocks.
Lynne Campo — Google review
Visited this hidden gem on weekday, not much crowded. Its 10mins from both Galena,Kansas and Joplin,Missouri. Theres a limited parking space next to the road. Accessible from main road not much hike required. Can spend 30-40mins while in here. Happy Visiting
Deepak — Google review
Amazing! Take sturdy shoes! These stones that you walk on are probably very slippery when wet. We went on a Tuesday. It’s was not empty. Certainly not a crowd. The geography is breathtaking as well as the falls.
Amy Jo — Google review
Nice place to enjoy the falls for a bit. Beautiful neighborhood next to a farm with friendly cows, they all gathered to come meet my baby. It was so cute!
Tanya Cascarano — Google review
Awesome place to stop, stretch your legs and enjoy the scenery. The waterfall is beautiful. Definitely worth coming here to enjoy some time walking around and taking it all in.
Roberta Peek — Google review
Always a lovely place to stop and spend time at. Has a few small beach areas where you can play with your kids or dog. Usually always well kept and clean. Has several areas to park at.
Damien “Thoroxian” — Google review
This is a beautiful site to behold. There is parking right off the road. It is very uneven ground getting down to the water. I would suggest good shoes. This is a good spot to swim at the bottom. I also noticed people fishing. This is a hidden gem.
The Precious Moments Chapel is a tourist attraction that boasts of colorful murals inspired by Precious Moments figurines. One can take tours, visit the gift shop and cafe to fully experience this simplistic yet ornate place. The stained glass, wall art and murals are exquisite with a heartwarming story behind it. Even though it's half an hour away from Branson, it's definitely worth visiting as the artwork and detail are fantastic.
It's beautiful and heart felt. If you ever suffered the loss of a child this place is emotionally comforting. It is simplistic, ornate and beautiful. The stained glass was beautiful, the wall art and murals were beautiful and the story behind everything is heartwarming. An hour and a half is plenty of time to see. It was a half hour out of our way going to Branson
Stephen Tuohy — Google review
This place was really awesome. Disappointed that several spots were closed. I would have loved to see more of it. Prices in the gift shop were comparable to the retail market. I opted to get a blind grab bag which was awesome. I got 4 figurines for the price of 1. I loved all the ones that I got. Very friendly people and very knowledgeable. Here are only a few pictures. I don't want to spoil it for you..kinda like telling someone about how a movie ends while you're watching it. Definitely worth another trip.
*If you are in need of a job .. they are hiring btw.
Jessica — Google review
Really beautiful, amazing experience. Be sure to walk around and look at everything! We were on a road trip and didn't have a ton of time to spend unfortunately. Watch your kids in the shop and museum areas! Our daughter nearly set off an alarm wanting to touch something! Lol
Judi Andrews — Google review
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit. We started at the picnic tables out front under the trees to have a picnic lunch on our road trip, then went in to tour the chapel, see the cave look out, and enjoyed a very knowledgeable guided tour of the chapel paintings and history in the chapel. The museum was closed, but maybe on another trip. The gift shop was an enjoyable stop on the way out and we mailed postcards in the giant mailbox before heading out!
Othella Esposita — Google review
Didnt think i would like it but the chapel was incredible. Its a definite stop for anyone. The art work and detail was fantastic. I dont give many 5 stars so its a for real stop. There is a italian restaurant there that was very good not just a fast food place. You wont be disappointed.
David Hobbs — Google review
The chapel was beautiful. Extreme heat so being outdoors for the walk was a bit hot. Not crowded for a July 4th holiday weekend. It was a self guided tour. The grounds were well manicured and maintained.
Larry Shulman — Google review
If I could rate this special, special place with 100 stars, I sooo would! Everything was absolutely amazing and so beautiful!! My boyfriend has been there many, many times, but this was my first time ever seeing the actual place or hearing the history behind it, which was so cool!! Definitely one of my favorite memories now! The only things I wasn't really a fan of were the Halloween figurines and the skull keychain. Everything else was/is amazing! Honestly, if I could work here, I totally would! I can't post allll the pictures I took, but here are some of them! If can do another review, I'll post some more!
Elanor J. Smith — Google review
Who would have known a place like this existed? It was charming and very reminiscent of the 90s.
If you collected Precious Moments y o u may as well stop in.
Enjoyed the kind customer service, seeing the many figurines, discovering their mission, and seeing the chapel.
Jen . HI. It's me! — Google review
We showed up on a day they were closing early, so we had to walk fast. The chapel is absolutely a must see. The details, the decor, everything is preserved beautifully. If you’re an 80’s kid and remember when they first came out, this place can bring out how nostalgic a heart can be.
Shay Plane — Google review
So much to do & see. We used to come here all the time when I was younger, so we just had to take my Momma by to see what it was still like. Great Christian place to take the family!
Whitney Honeycutt — Google review
Loved it! You can feel the love put into this art and location. Didn't take a picture of the most beautiful part, the chapel, just because I don't feel comfortable taking pics of places of worship.
Jennifer Rafferty — Google review
Such a sweet, nostalgic stop. Was grateful to learn a lot about the artist from local guides and plenty of space to explore. Cute gift shop and happy to pick up some treasures. Ask about their archive items in the basement!
Tina Tickles-Dinkel — Google review
Such a beautiful chapel and so many things to look at. It’s nice that they have a gift shop. I highly recommend seeing it in person.
K — Google review
Wow. What an amazing place. You really don't need to be religious or even spiritual to appreciate this one. It is an incredibly beautiful of one man's artistic expression of love. Everything is so intricate, so soothing. It's a place where one can genuinely sit in solitude and find peace.
It's free to visit, off the beaten path, and well worth your time. I'm posting many random picture to give kind of a feel for it all but they do not do it justice by any means. I routed my road trip to stop here and I am so glad that I did. Plan to spend at least an hour walking around and just enjoying the beauty of it.
christopher trochez — Google review
I absolutely enjoyed my visit. The story of how Precious Moments came to be. I thoroughly enjoyed the Chapel. I enjoyed the history, and each painting told a story. It was absolutely amazing the steadfast faith this man has. Thank you for sharing this with us.
Linda Mercurio — Google review
What a beautiful experience. First walking up from the parking lot you see the fountain and the horse sculptures and the adorable RV camper off to the side. Going inside to see the life-size figurines. Just really neat. They also have a few different smooshed penny machines which I love. Walking out around the building to get to the church the walkway is lined with more sculptures and another fountain. Love it. The gates are so ornamental. Then proceeding on to the church you're greeted by the gorgeous hand carved doors. And then walking inside it's just overwhelming how amazing the interior is painted. Such detail. And the stories of the bible on display with each painting and stained glass window. Breathtaking! The room of Remembrance and the book there to sign. Just such a meaningful experience. All of it was really great and I'm glad I stayed for the free tour. I really enjoyed learning about the history of Precious Moments and Mr. Butcher (a fellow Michigander). Well worth the time spent here. If you're in the area definitely stop. Really needs to be seen in person.
Roberta Peek — Google review
No cost to enter and has changing tables in both the ladies and men’s bathroom! We took our 2 YO and 1 YO as a place to stretch legs while traveling. It was perfect! They have a beautiful outside part with fountains and statues. The kids also LOVED the chapel and just wanted to sit in the pews pointing out all the things they could see in the HUGE painting. The museum was nice but the kids could have cared less about that part. But everyone we met were so nice and it did a great job of letting my kids get some energy out :)
Laura Humphrey — Google review
Beautiful place to visit. Visited from out of state and was very delighted by everything there was to see. There is no cost of entry, but they do recommend any donation. You can expect to see everything in two hours or less. If you’re a Precious Moments enthusiast this is a must see!
Maximiliano — Google review
There is no cost to enjoy this wonderful place, if you love art and beauty this is a great place to stop for a little walk. Unfortunately the chapel was closed for renovation during our visit but the museum and rest of the grounds were an extremely relaxing place to take a break from driving.
On top of all the wonder this place holds, the bathrooms are exceptionally clean. Next time I go, I will be prepared to buy something from the giftshop.
Jade Nitro — Google review
This was my second time here and I still had a good time. If you like precious moments, this is a must. If you like cute thing, this is also very nice. Entrance was free. Plenty of parking. Learning about the creator of Precious Moments was also very interesting. Going through the visitor center store, history building, the chapel, I spent about 2 hrs. It’s all self paced so it may take you more or less. Some of the best things are free, this is one of them. Definitely worth it. Definitely recommend if you like Precious Moments.
Luke Chang — Google review
It has been years since I was last here. I enjoyed everything. Lots of good memories.
I was thankful they had wheelchairs available since the electric one I rented for our vacation wouldn't hold a charge.
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is a renowned institution in Kansas City, housing an impressive art collection that spans 5,000 years. The museum consists of two large buildings, one designed in neoclassical style and the other with modern architecture. It showcases a variety of artworks from different regions and time periods, including ancient civilizations like Egypt, Greece, Rome, and Etruscan.
I absolutely love this place. Most of the galleries are free to the public and the exhibits that require a fee are very moderately priced. Nelson has one of the most significant art of Asia exhibits in the United States. In fact, many of the specimens here in the Nelson are shown in my Art of East Asia Art History text book for my BFA. This place has a fun little Egyptian art exhibit with a crusty old mummy which I must say is very well preserved and the display is exquisite. The restaurant has high quality foods at relatively affordable prices. You could spend a whole day here if you wanted. The sculpture yard is a good place to have a picnic on a warmer day and overall I’d just highly recommend you check out the Nelson Atkins.
Harvey Flowers — Google review
Incredible and fantastic! Could not recommend more, 10 out 10. We literally just went to the Louvre and I enjoyed it here more. Not crowded, cool and refreshing air-conditioning. Beautiful artwork, wonderfully displayed. I felt like I got to go to a private section of the Louvre. Had I not gone I would have no idea how nice it was, we went across the world to see the thinker, when you had a copy right here, just a few states away!!! The glass maze was fun. Our son enjoyed the scavenger hunt, he puts on the pin he won on each shirt wears each day.
Rebecca Ruiz — Google review
This place is wild! We came for the shuttlecocks and stayed for the mini golf. Spent a little over 90 minutes here and didn't even step foot in the building, had way too much fun in the sculpture garden. Currently have an instillation where you can mini golf your way through the iconic pieces of the sculpture garden, I think we had more fun as three grown adults than the group of kids next to us. Great way to spend an afternoon and spark discussion about the necessary levels of stuffiness surrounding art.
Alyssa Brown — Google review
Spent the afternoon at the new Monet exhibit; was even more impressed by the modern/contemporary art. All museum personnel I interacted with were incredibly friendly & gracious. The museum is on the most incredible grounds. I live in Nashville & did not realize there was a world-class museum just across the Mississippi from me!
blueshi EBG — Google review
A wonderful museum! It’s free to visit (the special exhibitions on the bottom floor are separate tickets that must be paid for, but are worth it).
Plan to spend a whole day here if you want to see most of the exhibits. You will need more than one day to fully experience the whole museum. A must-do in the KC area!
Jaiden S — Google review
This was what made our trip to Kansas City very memorable. The building is classical architecture; the art is top notch, world class. Beautiful! I cannot overstate how gorgeous the entire inside exhibits spaces were, especially the restaurant Rozzelle. Like walking into Rome! Stonewalls, archways, frescoed ceilings, water fountain, columns, and more. This is a must-see. And it free admission...
Marilee Gloe — Google review
The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art is a masterpiece of architectural design, seamlessly blending classical and modern elements to create a visually stunning experience. The neoclassical facade, reminiscent of ancient Greek temples, evokes a sense of grandeur and timelessness, while the sleek, contemporary additions add a dynamic contrast, reflecting the museum's commitment to innovation and creativity. Inside, the expansive galleries are bathed in natural light, creating an inviting atmosphere for visitors to explore the impressive collection of artworks. The thoughtful layout and spaciousness of the museum allow for unhurried contemplation, enhancing the appreciation of each piece. Overall, the architecture of The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art not only serves as a fitting backdrop for its world-class collection but also stands as a work of art in its own right, enriching the cultural landscape of Kansas City.
Katie Luthor — Google review
Fantastic museum! The museum was built in the early 1900s, and the architecture inside was so beautiful. They have incorporated pieces into the actual building, and have a wide variety that everyone will enjoy. The cafe was peaceful and beautiful, with decent prices. The grounds surround the museum were great, and the sculpture garden was fun to walk around in.
E — Google review
One of Kansas City's top places to visit! Our biggest museum! Gorgeous inside and out! Never crowded! There is cover parking. The museum is closed Tuesday and Wednesday. Open 10am to 5pm rest of the week. Plan a couple hour visit it is a huge place multiple floors and art inside and out! Different exhibitions and programs check their calendar! Handicap accessibility. You can eat and shop here as well! Great place for a picnics too! Great place for pictures!
Tabi — Google review
This is a truly amazing museum with so much to see both inside and outside. Admission is free but you should still book online prior to your visit. They have a parking garage that is reasonably priced at $14. You should plan on at least 3 hours if you want to walk the entire museum.
Nathan Sims — Google review
This museum has some of the most stunning architecture you could ever believe. It felt like I was in Europe for a brief moment. The workers were relaxed and kind and there is so much for you to see everywhere! Definitely recommend going out back to see the greenery or sit on a bench near the fountain.
Denedjah Peak — Google review
A world class museum with exhibits from every era and culture. We spent four hours and could have easily spent 4 more. Free general admission, spotless facilities and a spectacular restaurant along with a gift shop make for a great inside experience. Outside, the lovely grounds and sculpture garden are well worth the stroll.
Cris Kelley — Google review
Great place to visit when in Kansas city. It’s free but if you register online before coming over it’s much easier to sign in. It has a small restaurant so that you can enjoy your food in the museum vibe. Check the working days as they are not open every day. Consider a min 2 hours, better if you can spend more time here.
Golnaz Abkenari — Google review
This is a FREE museum! It’s very clean, quite & full of art! It’s huge, so there is plenty to enjoy. They have a wide variety of art on display from classic paintings & ancient Egypt, to modern art & minimalism. Would recommend if you’re looking for something to do on a rainy day. **NOTE: if you bring a backpack they will make you take it off your back when looking at the art & outside food & drinks are not allowed**
Leanna Pietra — Google review
Great museum, I had a lot of fun with my son. I was grateful the entrance fee was free and found free parking nearby.
It was a great experience and educational. We went on a Monday (no school) and it wasn’t packed. I took lots of pictures and was amazed how art has changed over the centuries.
The flow was somewhat logical although not chronological if you’re not careful. There are paintings, sculptures, and stonework.
Be sure to download the app Smartify, since you can take a picture of artwork and it will give additional details as you go around.
I’m thankful that there seems to be appropriate seating conveniently placed around if you need to get off your feet.
I’ll definitely be back.
Lewis Meyer — Google review
Had a great afternoon exploring the gallery. The person at the front was very helpful when she learned it was our first time there. She showed us the map, and walked us through the exhibits that are there. It's fascinating to see all of the art and items on display, and even though I'm not very well versed, I found it to be very exciting to see everything. Spent about 2.5 hours there, but easily could have been there longer. My 15 year old son had a great time too.
Ben Herdlicka — Google review
Better than I ever imagined. We enjoyed every hour of our walk through the museum. There was a lot to see. The history, techniques, and talent were simply amazing. This is a perfect place to go on a hot day. Park in the cool underground parking lot (14.00) and enjoy the perfect indoor climate while enjoying the beautiful art.
Jim B — Google review
Nelson-Atkins Museum is such a hidden gem and probably one of the top museums on the country! The collection is phenomenal, especially the Asian art that’s collected from specific periods that’s hard to obtain. On top of it all, it’s free to visit! Really love the exterior and the shuttlecocks and the sculpture garden. I’ll recommend spending a whole day here and grabbing lunch at Rozzelle. Use the map to plan out which sections are the most important to you and check them out first before they get crowded and then you can cover the rest. There is also a nice coffee shop in the museum. The staff is nice and helpful. Parking is $14 for the whole day and it’s covered and cool. Make sure to get a reservation beforehand to make entry easy and seamless.
Sam Pattnaik — Google review
I was really surprised by the museum. I've been to many large museums, and just always assumed Missouri wouldn't have a great one. Was I wrong lol. This place was amazing, there are a lot of great exhibits and works of art to see here. Not only that, you can visit for free! I spent a good 3.5 hours just looking around, I will certainly be coming back and donating.
I would like to see more historical items, there seems to be an abundance of paintings, which are nice, but it seems to outweigh the amount of historical objects they have by a lot.
Andy Xufuris — Google review
This place is absolutely amazing. It's huge and has 3 floors full of art. Parking in the garage is free for 30 minutes, and $14 after that. Entrance to the museum is free but you need to check in at the desk and get a wrist band. There are so many great things to look at in there, and i feel like you'd need more than 6 hours to really see and appreciate everything. The museum staff is amazing, and everyone seems passionate about their job. I love this place.
Dani Drugan — Google review
One of the most beautiful art museums we’ve ever been to. Lots of variety in new and old sculptures and paintings! The workers were also super friendly with guiding us around and even game us a voucher to visit the temporary exhibits!
Jade — Google review
100% worth the stop whether you have an hour or all day. Easily could spend a day exploring this museum. I wish I had more time and will be coming back to catch more of the exhibits. Excellent help around to point you in the right direction as well.
All the exhibits I did get to see were so amazingly presented and had information easily presented along side each piece.
Paden Barnard — Google review
What a magical place for all ages and art lovers of all types and perspectives. Art through the ages presented in thoughtful and engaging ways. Parking is extra if you are not a member, but admission is free. Mostly helpful staff, some are better than others, but overall very helpful. You could spend days there and not see everything. Free coat check is a bonus and a terrific restaurant as well. Can’t wait to go back.
Cami Ward — Google review
Kansas City · Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art
I heard about the special collection of the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art long time ago from books, it has about 35,000 collections. Although the number is much less than well known museums such as the Metopolitan Museum of Art in New York, but there are some top-notch collections in many categories. Although it is located in the central agricultural area, the museum has a unique collection and a broad vision, thanks to the five curators who are good at grasping historical opportunities. The first, third and fifth are experts in Western art history, and the second and fourth are experts in Chinese and Eastern art history. The most important collection of the museum is European and Chinese art, followed by Japanese art. My ability to appreciate art is very limited, so I can only take a quick look and watch the excitement.
The scenery outside the museum is beautiful, making it a popular place for portrait and wedding photography. Admission is free, and the collections in the museum are all authentic. It is a bit surprising that it is so generous, especially when I saw many well known art works later, I appreciate the sincerity of the museum. The European section has many great impressionist works by Van Gogh, Monet, Gauguin and others; the Chinese section has many extremely precious stone carvings from the Northern Wei Dynasty and Longmen Grottoes, the last one is the Northern Wei Dynasty's "Queen Worshiping Buddha", which comes from Longmen Grottoes, the folds of the clothes are flowing and exquisite. There are also Yuan blue and white porcelain and Ming and Qing porcelain, which are all priceless treasures; the collection in the Japanese section are also very interesting. After digesting and absorbing outside cultures, the Japanese have taken a different approach to religions and arts. Compared with the elegance of Chinese literati, Japanese art is full of folk customs, and the understanding of music, chess, calligraphy and painting is also quite different.
Two and a half hours passed in a flash. I was the last one to get out when the museum closed, and I felt very fulfilled.
Zemin Hu (old skool boy) — Google review
Beautiful experience at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art. Attended Native American cultural festival on Sunday, March 3, 2024. We were able to introduce our 10 year old to the wonderful art collection of the museum. For the festival, there was a shuttle from UMKC to ease crowds. Was a great day! Highly recommend for KC residents and those from out of town.
Debbie Bishop — Google review
The exhibits here are very interesting and educational. We need at least half a day to look at all the exhibits in detail. Though the museum is free, there is a fee of $14 for the parking garage. The first 30 minutes are free. It’s next to impossible to get street parking.
Divya Darshni — Google review
Since first visiting back in Spring 2019, some of the exhibits in the Bloch building have changed to keep the museum interesting. The museum had a wide variety of artwork to look at including contemporary, African, Native American, Japanese, Chinese, Southeast Asian, French, German, Old American, and Greek.
Travis Truong — Google review
This is a lovely art museum filled with works by many of the greatest European artists, with an especially good collection of romantic and impressionist paintings. I was shocked at how strong the collection was - for instance, I would rank Nelson-Atkins well ahead of the Guggenheim in New York, and entrance is free here. The grounds are gorgeous as well, and the inclusion of the sculpture park makes this a must see for anyone near the area.
Home of the Kansas City Royals in Major League Baseball, Kauffman Stadium is a massive and popular stadium with great seats to watch a game. It also has a great Kids Area, interactive features, and an impressive video board. If youre lucky enough to catch a game or concert here, its definitely one of the most captivating experiences of your life.
Beautiful ballpark. We loved the fountains and museum. We were visiting from NC and everyone was very friendly. The staff told us to go see guest services and get a first time visitors certificate. The kids really enjoyed that. Food was great. I think we tried everything in the ballpark. Parking was easy and simple to navigate. Overall we had a great time and would suggest checking out Kauffman Stadium.
Hayden Dad — Google review
Fantastic experience here. Great food options, friendly fan base, comfortable seating. I came from San Diego to see Padres play Royals on Friday and Saturday nights. No complaints. Stayed at the Best Western across the street so it was a short walk to the park. When I first saw the screen I thought it was odd because it was tall rather than wide I got use to that quick. It had fantastic resolution. The video team kept me entertainment. The found myself mesmerized by the fountains several time between innings. What a great feature they are. It was definitely worth the trip to see this stadium.
Mark R — Google review
We love our Royals! No matter the “weather”, we will always be happy to cheer them on. While we’ve been to The K many times, we never tried out the mini golf in the kids area before. It is a neat little course! We always like walking through the hall of fame, seeing the fountains, and of course watching a baseball game. There isn’t a bag seat in the stadium.
Dani McPeek — Google review
Took my boys to their first baseball game, and they loved it. And what a game it was. It was a hitting fest.. they l the only downfall.. they tried so hard to get a ball from the pitching box.. but the other kids that were there would push and shove... they waited and waited to only be let down.. I raised my boys to be respectful other than that it was fun...
Union Brothers Tree Care LLC. — Google review
I love ballparks and Kauffman stadium ranks up there as one of the best. I hear they are thinking about moving this place to downtown. I think that shouldn't do it. How about redeveloping the area around the stadium? There is literally nothing there. Put in a light rail, hotels, restaurants, bars, etc. Make it a destination!
james scherz — Google review
With a little planning you can park and enter very close to your seats with minimal walking. They have golf carts going through the parking lot if you need a ride. Outside food is allowed. If you sign the sober driver form in guest services they'll give you a free drink ticket. It can be a trick to find the vendor that excepts them though. The ushers can be a bit demanding to see tickets at times, but do a great job of keeping it a safe family friendly environment.
the shoe — Google review
Best ballpark I've ever been to. No reason to tear it down. The K is spectacular. I have had so much fun with family and friends here. The K is...OK!
Paul Eide — Google review
A great stadium. They don’t build them like this anymore. You can still get close to the plate for a decent price, as well as have some player interaction.
There’s a free museum in the outfield, as well as a play area for kids.
The water features are pretty cool as well. New stadiums would have packed this area with things no one asked for in an effort to make more money, but the Royals stadium has retained its charm by not selling out.
This is truly a memorable stadium and not one to be missed.
It’s truly a family friendly stadium and a fan friendly stadium.
Ron Holden — Google review
We had fun at our first game at the K! The tailgating atmosphere before the game was great. The seats were a good view, even from the nosebleeds. Traffic control leaving the K needs improvement though. It was over an hour before we got out of the stadium sitting dead stopped in the parking lot.
Erica Campbell — Google review
Layout of the stadium is great. Parking is super easy. Food was not so great. Eat before you go, or bring something in.
Burke Allen — Google review
An experience in itself. Not only can you catch the Kansas city Royals throwing it down on the field but the stadium is just as enjoyable. From mini putt, a miniature baseball field, historic/hall of fame walk through, and outdoor game area this place leaves nothing out. So many avenues to explore in this stadium it seems like a small town filled with excitement. Lots of fun for a family outing and not a bad seat in the house. This place exudes Kansas city and everything it stands for.
Chris Stone — Google review
We were guests of dear friends at the stadium for dinner at the Crown Club and opportunity to see a game this past week.
We had a GREAT time! Food was excellent, service was top notch, and everyone had a wonderful experience. Had a bit of rain delay, however, that gave us a chance to catch up and visit. Go Royals!
Chris Rankin — Google review
I ABSOLUTELY LOVE THIS PARK!! I have visited four other MLB parks and this park is by far the number 1 park as far as having the best views when your seats are by the dugouts. It just has an overall more friendly environment and friendly atmosphere. I am an extrovert and more so when I have a few cold ones and everyone loves to interact and talk smack!! The employees are the best and everyone is so accommodating and friendly!! 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
Margaret ?Marty? Martin — Google review
Loved this stadium, huge screen, fountains, hall of fame museum, kids play zone! They allowed us to bring unsealed water or sports drink, and 1 gallon ziplog bag of food each. That was cool. Got in quick and no hassle. The stadium has nice air flow, and bathroom lines are not long.
Daniela Arroyo — Google review
We thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Kauffman Stadium. The location is great, easy to get in and out of, the facilities are clean and well-kept, and the field is in excellent condition. The local fans that we sat next to we’re very friendly. The food options were also good. Really nice that you can get refillable. Soft drinks here. There is a really good vibe and atmosphere at Kauffman. It really is a shame that they are looking to replace this stadium.
AP Wilcox — Google review
Pretty cool stadium. Was in town because the Cardinals were playing the Royals. First time at Kauffman. Sight lines were good. Beautiful stadium. I'm sad that there are already plans to replace it. I guess I can understand though. There is literally nothing around the stadium except the parking lot.
Gregory Yeh — Google review
It's not in a neighborhood. It's surrounded by concrete but still the stadium itself a classic design. Nice clean concourses. Tons of food and drink choices along with great staff. The team really, really stinks this year but, they won today! I love all the stuff they've put into the outfield. It reminds me a small town street.
Gunnar Larson — Google review
It’s the K! 10 stars, please!
Look, this is the finest place to watch baseball in the world. Sorry, Wrigley… there’s no “obstructed views” at our K.
The food is fun, represents KC well, and there are nearly infinite options.
The staff? They will always go above and beyond for nice fans who visit our park.
And, depending upon how the team is doing, you can have a jam packed stadium full of raging Royals fans…, or you might have a quiet night out to watch some ball.
I recommend you visit!
Jeff Hauck — Google review
Fun ballpark, lots to do and see even if baseball isn't your thing. The staff was friendly and prices were fair. Overall, some updates could be made but, they don't detract from the experience.
Scott Reese — Google review
This feels more like a minor league stadium versus a major league stadium when you compare the stadium to other MLB stadiums. Yes, this is a family fun atmosphere and the Royals HOF is cool, however a major face lift or new stadium is desperately needed.
David Ryan — Google review
Still a great venue. Love the food and drinks choices. Decent wait time for restrooms. Good ushers and support staff.
Fran Keal — Google review
Great place for family outings. Has been one of mine since childhood. I have many wonderful memories in this stadium and I'm hoping to provide the same for my own children.
Lauren Wigal — Google review
Had a great time watching the Royals spank those insolent Yankees. The food at the stadium is incredible and a real steal for the price. The crowd is great and the folks I sat next to were very friendly and welcoming. Thank you Cowarts for making my first Royals game so fun.
Ambar B Capoor — Google review
Really cool experience at this ballpark. Very open and airy, with plenty of sunlight. The fans are into the games here, making for an exciting ambiance. The Hall of Fame walk through in the outfield is very cool. And there are many other games for the kids, including batting cages and mini golf. Traffic was a bit difficult after the game, but that’s our only complaint.
Chris Schweighart — Google review
I hadn't been to a Royals game in nearly 20 years. The facility was amazing. Hard to believe they think they need a new ballpark.
The World War Museum and Memorial is a museum dedicated to the history of World War I. The museum has a large collection of photos, weapons, and more. It is the only public museum in the United States dedicated to WWI.
This is a large museum with wonderful architecture. The rooms are easy to get lost in, in the fun, adventurous way.
The Reflection rooms have a wonderful atmosphere— a soundproof box to let yourself by fully immersed in the music and the stories told.
Enjoy a presentation into the mind of the soldiers on the battle fronts, as you look down to see them trek onward.
Full of real relics of the time, it could make a great school trip or scavenger hunt.
A wonderful place, worth visiting whether you live in Kansas City, or are passing through to elsewhere.
Emma P-4 — Google review
Beautiful memorial. The trip up the tower is totally worth it. It's a tight ride on the way up, with a few extra steps (about 1 flight), but the view is gorgeous. The views of the skyline are almost as good from the base of the tower, too. Would love to go back to go through the museums when we have more time. Love that it is one of the only WW I memorials in the country, and it's right in our back yard.
Bethany Stephenson — Google review
This is a beautiful, yet serene place. It is a great reminder of the sacrifice that the military men and women of our country have continually been willing to do for our freedoms and for the freedoms of others in other countries. It is also a a great reminder of How our country started. And how blessed we are to be in this country and how those in charge of our country used to put God first. I highly recommend all locals and tourists to visit the site. And read the placard‘s that they took the time to put in when it was founded.
This is also a great place to just walk around and burn off some of that great Kansas City food.
Robert Stevens — Google review
A very nice way to honor WWI veterans and to see the city (Kansas City MO) and to see the huge phallic symbol called the Liberty Memorial. Freud would have had a field day! May the city enjoy lots of inspiration. It’s beautiful at night and you can take really breathtaking pics. There doesn’t seem to be a curfew for this area so feel free to enjoy he sights anytime. And go see the museum.
karina k — Google review
This is a great place to visit if you have the time and are interested in learning more about WWI. I went on a school trip here, and we walked around with a guide. But I also enjoyed the fact that you had the choice to have an audio walkthrough or to just walk through without any guide. There's plenty to see and plenty to do, if you ever have time to stop by I would suggest spending some time here! 5/5
PiperSniper — Google review
Nice memorial with paid museum inside. However if you just want to stroll by, you can explore the museum ground for free. From the memorial ground you can see the Kansas City skyline (a very nice view when it is not cloudy). The museum itself is informational and the staff members were friendly and helpful. Definitely recommended if you are visiting Kansas City!
Han Setiawan (Han) — Google review
Amazing! Yes, simply Amazing place to get some evening walk with beautiful view of Kansas City and Amazing sunset. This is a historical place and wonderful art work done in the memories of world war I veterans. I believe this is one of the best places to visit in US and I highly recommend to everyone. I didn't get chance to go in but I will do it soon. I can't wait to go up in that monument tower and get a wonderful views from the top.
Gajen Jan — Google review
Visited in May, 2023. Nestled in Kansas City, Missouri, the WW1 Memorial and Museum is a fantastic sightseeing spot to experience. The memorial opened in 1926 and is the United States' official memorial and museum dedicated to World War 1. It rests upon a plateau that overlooks Kansas City. From the top of the memorial you will have amazing views of the surrounding area, including downtown Kansas City. For a small fee, you can go to the top of the tower for more breathtaking views. The tower is over 200 feet tall. If you are able bodied, a short walk away is Union Station and Crown Center. A short distance more is the Power and Light District. Local historic restaurant, Town Topic, is nearby as well. You can easily see all of these places in a few hours or make the area an all-day outing. The WW1 Memorial includes the Liberty Memorial Mall and parks in the surrounding area. When the National Football League held their player draft in 2023 in Kansas City, they included the entire WW1 Memorial and parks as well as Union Station. Over 300,000 people attended that NFL draft and were comfortably accommodated. If you are going to be in KC or are passing through KC, I highly recommend carving out a little bit of time to enjoy this experience.
Greg Slaten — Google review
We only visited the park and grounds since the museum was closed when we drove through Kansas City. It is pretty much a park so it's a good place to stop for a picnic. The tower is of course the centerpiece, worthy enough to visit on its own. The area behind the museum has some nice wall sculptures and fountains. It also offers a good view of the Kansas City skyline, especially with Union Station in the foreground.
Patrick Villacorta — Google review
My husband and I were in Kansas City for a couple of days and went to the National WWI Museum. We honestly didn't know much about this world war so glad we did to learn about it. All of the volunteers were very friendly and knowledgeable.
We purchased our tickets online and went right when it opened at 10am. There was an entry for those who had tickets already and we got right in with no wait. Reading the other reviews, we went first to the Memorial Tower, again with no wait. The view of Kansas City was fantastic even on a cloudy day.
We then viewed the exhibit right next to the tower before going back down to the main level. We did rent the headphones which we listened to as we walked through the exhibits. It was very informative as well as the videos that played in the museum.
Definitely worth going to and we learned a lot!
Meansween — Google review
Really great setup for history buffs. There is a lot of focus on all countries involved as opposed to just the USA. Actual objects from world war 1 are on display everywhere. Highly recommend to anyone if in the area. The tickets are not expensive either.
Cliff Roberts — Google review
I visited on a Saturday for my birthday. It was my first time here and not my last. I can't give a totally honest review because I didn't see it all. We ran out of time, so definitely set aside more than 3 or 4 hours to see it all. But I'm also the kind of person that reads every bit of information, so it probably takes less time if you don't. From what I did see, though, it was an amazing museum. The view from the tower is great and the staff were very nice. The staff also know their stuff they seem to actually enjoy the history of it, so they gave great answers to our questions. This museum was really good. I definitely recommend it if you plan ahead. Definitely don't go like an hour or 2 before they close you wouldn't get to see much and if I remember correctly the tower closes at 4:25 but I could be wrong on that. I loved it, and I will definitely be coming back.
Caleb Razvillas — Google review
Must-see. It's expensive, but it's so worth it. Very nice design. Great displays filled with information. Unfortunately the entire outdoor pavilion and tower were closed when I got there. I spent 2.5 hours there but I also tend to read everything. I would guess most people would need at least 1.5 hours to get a reasonable view of everything. One small beef: The mock trench looked like it would be really cool, but it was difficult to see with the small viewing windows.
Michael Miller — Google review
A must-see in Kansas City, the National WW1 Museum and Monument is a beautiful, informative, well-maintained national landmark dedicated to a war that has largely been forgotten about by the American public despite its huge influence in shaping the world we live in today. Anytime someone comes and visits me, I bring them here and all of them have said it's incredible. Tickets are very reasonably priced at $18 per adult or $20 if you buy a combo ticket to go up in the tower (which you should, the view is amazing). While the museum and its associated exhibits cost money and are open from 10-5, the actual memorial and its surrounding grounds are completely free to explore by the public and open at night too. Pro tip: If you have the time, I highly recommend making a second trip to the memorial after sundown as you can treat yourself to the best view of the city skyline while it's all lit up at night
James Ellison — Google review
Absolutely loved going to this museum. We love history, and this was a great stop. I recommend getting there early definitely in the summertime if you plan to go to the tower to see amazing views of the city. They closed down at noon when we went because of the heat. It is within walking distance to the money museum, and Union Station. They have several things to do, and you learn. I could have spent a couple more hours really digging into the history. Super helpful staff! They have a ton of knowledge and want you to enjoy the museum. We bought 3 combo ticket to go up in the tower and an extra exhibit for $25. I would highly recommend the tower to see KC from a great vantage point.
Keisha Caetano — Google review
If you are in Kansas City and have any interest in history, particularly WWI history, then please do yourself a favor and visit this excellent memorial and museum. My only regret is that I should have allotted more time to visit. I had about 2 hours and I wished I would have allotted 3-4 hours. I am more of a WWII history buff but wanted to learn more about the First World War. I was able to find out details I hadn’t heard previously and would have loved to have more time to learn more. I paid for the museum entry and the add on for going up the tower. I would recommend doing both for sure. I visited while in town during the week but would have LOVED to check out the virtual tench experience that they offer only on the weekends. I am sure it would have been fascinating and also very humbling to see what the tench experience would have looked like. We are so far removed that I don’t believe folks appreciate what it was really like to endure such warfare and hardship. The few guides I talked to were very friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. I highly recommend visiting this museum and memorial if you are in Kansas City. Take time to take it all in and really try to understand the conditions of the world, what people sacrificed, and what led up to the war. It was a time of great technological change as well as unrest between nations not unlike what we have been experiencing for several years ourselves now in our current time. We must not forget our past so we do not make the same mistakes again.
Jon H — Google review
Equally entertaining as it is educational. Fantastic displays/exhibits. Enjoyable for both kids & adults. Take the old elevator ride to the top and enjoy the spectacular view of Kansas City!!!
Carey Rose — Google review
A must-visit in KC. Though I couldn't capture much inside the museum, the experience at the WWI museum was truly exceptional. The museum impressively covers a vast amount of history with a smart layout, and the friendly, knowledgeable staff adds to the visit. Preserving this history is crucial for educating future generations.
*The tower stands as the undeniable centerpiece, deserving of a visit all on its own.
Nixon Caparas — Google review
What a truly remarkable experience. The WW1 museum was just a perfect day to learn about the men and women who fought and died for our freedoms. The museum does a great job explaining those sacrifices. A must do while in Kansas City
Michael Boroczk — Google review
The National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City is an absolute gem for history enthusiasts and anyone seeking a profound understanding of World War I. The museum's exhibits are incredibly well-curated, offering a comprehensive and emotionally resonant journey through the war's impact. The architecture and design of the memorial are awe-inspiring, providing a fitting tribute to those who served. The view from the tower is breathtaking, offering a unique perspective of Kansas City. The knowledgeable staff and informative displays make this museum a must-visit. It's a powerful and moving experience that leaves a lasting impression. Don't forget to go to the top!
Waruna Thotamune — Google review
Excellent experience. Beautiful facility and high quality displays. Curators were wonderful and pointed out areas of interest. You could spend the day reading everything but displays had key notes to help. The tower was a great experience. Definitely a must see!
Amber — Google review
This place is great. So much great info and a really neat experience. The only world war 1 museum they’ve made!! Charlie is a great guide and full of info so if you run into him, ask him some questions about the war. Hundreds of thousands of amazing artifacts from the war here and really neat and important stories. Only recommended going if you’re interested in the topic tho or you might be bored.
Katie Hergenrother — Google review
The National WWI Museum and Memorial in Kansas City is a must-visit for history enthusiasts, offering a deep dive into World War I's impact through well-curated exhibits and awe-inspiring architecture. The view from the tower provides a unique Kansas City perspective, and the knowledgeable staff enhances the visit. It's a moving experience that leaves a lasting impression.
Josh Edwards — Google review
An outstanding experience. Has to be the Best WW1 museum in the USA. Very high quality exhibits. The volunteer staff is amazing and dedicated. Pay the extra $4 for the tower experience, it’s worth it for a great view of Kansas City. If you’re in the KC area, this is a Must see. I highly recommend it.
Mark Kahny Jr — Google review
The National World War I museum is a worthy tribute to the War to End All Wars. I was very impressed by the scale, gravity, and vision of this monument. I visited on a beautiful summer day and went up the tower at night; I recommend the tower at night if the weather is nice.
There are a lot of stairs, and the museum may not interest children much.
Ben Ruddell — Google review
This place is awesome. If you're a history nut like I am, this is a must. If you're looking for places to go in Kansas City this would be one of those places. My endorphins were so high by the time I left here it was Unreal
Shelley Riley — Google review
The museum is split up into three parts, the indoor exhibit, the monument itself, and the upstairs exhibit. We started by getting our tickets downstairs inside, then went up to the upstairs exhibit, we went up the monument tower to the top, then went back down and enjoyed the museum. Plan on the entire experience taking a day. It's a very well designed museum, covering the different sides of the conflict, and why each country was involved in this massive and horrible war.
Union Station is a beautiful, historic train station in Kansas City that has been refurbished and reopened for a completely new purpose - to provide visitors with an array of restaurants, shops, and attractions. The station also has the Arvin Gottlieb Planetarium, Science City, Regnier Extreme Screen Theatre, and other attractions.
We visited to see the Auschwitz exhibit. It was one of the best exhibits we’ve been to. The audio guide is top-notch and easy to use, guiding you through the exhibit. While the content is heavy, it is presented thoughtfully.
The artifacts and experience were incredible. Highly recommend if you can get a ticket before the traveling exhibit leaves!
Alex Reiney — Google review
My most favorite place of all in Kansas City!! Love everything about this place, so much stories touched my heart I cried on my first trip heartwarming feeling to see this historic stunning architecture been frozen in time. I’ve been visiting this place three times now and will come back for more. It’s a family-friendly adventure no doubt a truly magnificent place to spend with your families. Can’t wait for more special events to come especially during Xmas. There’s a link connecting this place to Sea life , Lego Land and Crown Center Plaza where you can find stores and various kinds of international cuisines.
Sammie PYO — Google review
Great place to walk around. They have a big, model Railroad setup that is free to visit. A gift shop, restaurant and a science area for kids (cost). Lots of history too. Our toddler enjoyed the visit too.
Joe M. — Google review
Love that they have the Amtrak station here. Like always, I like the 1930 vibe and the restaurants in the building. The souvenirs vending machine has some cool stickers. Lots of displays to remember our history.
AddictedToRaids — Google review
What a wonderful place to visit if your in Kansas. Stunning from the outside in, historic and beautiful. There is so much to see that explains the history of the station. They have a great coffee place, a beautiful restaurant for lunching at and a very stylish restaurant called Pierponts which looks like it has been transported by into a different era. Let's not forget the amazing science part where families are able to explore amd learn.
Joanne Philpott — Google review
We’ve done many trips here over the years and had a membership a number of years ago when our kids were younger.
Our most recent visit was for the Holiday Reflections(during Covid). We had tickets and they did a good job limiting the crowd, for public safety of course.
The setup and arrangements were every wells space so people weren’t on top of each other. Staff were very welcoming.
Tan Nguyen — Google review
This is a great place to visit. I love the architecture of the building and all of the history connected to it. The basement always has an exhibit that you can tour. It was a Mayan exhibit when I went. I love that you can eat at the restaurant, get a drink, or simply just explore.
I included a picture showing the second and third floors. Most people miss this experience but it is worth it. The second and third floors have little museum exhibits all along the halls to teach you about the history of the building and the trains. It's really interesting and the views are amazing. I even captured a picture of the World War I museum across the street.
We visited with my mother-in-law who used a wheelchair and all of these sites are completely accessible. I recommend visiting and perhaps having lunch while you are there. It's fun for all ages.
Gregory Slagle — Google review
Go to the 4 level exhibit on the south side!
It isn't marked well, but obvious once you enter one of the elevators on either of the south corners. It explains the entire history of the station, why it was built where it was, how it was used, and, the downfall and long restoration process. Detailed maps and written explanations were very informative. The only issue was that the middle portion of the third level was inaccessible due to locked doors. It was also strangely neglected. The motion sensing lights and video displays were not being activated by anyone but me on a Sunday afternoon when the main floor was full of people looking around.
Paul F — Google review
The street cars are not running until further notice they are replaced with buses. We specifically went to ride the street car with my two year old bc he loves stuff like that only to see they were gone… we did still see the model trains and stand on the bridge over the trains and that was really cool!
Laura Humphrey — Google review
Awesome example of early 1900’s craftsmanship. Get to the 3rd floor observation deck for a perfect spot to people watch and relax. The old clock has been restored and the WW1 museum is right across from it.
Tony Rudy — Google review
What Kansas City has done with Union Station is beautiful. It's such a wonderful way to preserve this important building and to teach visitors about the important role it played not only in the history of the city, but in American history.
My grandmother was born and raised in Kansas City, and I never came to visit when she was alive. Stepping into Union Station was a way to see a place that she frequented when she was growing up in Kansas City 90 years ago. She traveled by train often.
There's something for everyone in Union Station. I especially enjoyed being able to park there (visiting Union Station is free, but there is a fee to park) and then take the streetcar to other parts of the city to continue exploring.
It was a lovely way to spend a few hours of an afternoon.
Laura Henry — Google review
Awesome place to spend a day.
We visited at Christmas time and that added more beauty because of the lights.
The train exhibition was very nice and interesting to watch. They decorated a hall with lights and had so many events. Kids can easily spend and enjoy a day. They set up a lot of photo frames where you can capture fantastic photos.
Clean and good parking area.
You can experience the "Street Car" which is starting from Union Station
Bageesh M Bose — Google review
Classic Kansas City icon. Always has fun exhibits and activities for the family. We love going to the planetarium and using the link over to crown center. You can park for free in river market then catch the Streetcar over for free too. Admission to Union Station is free but the activities inside are mostly paid attractions. The grand hall is really cool and the hallway back to the link shows photos and stories from the construction and opening of what was once the largest train station in the country and was one of the last built of its size.
Chris Bolek — Google review
Union Station in KC is pretty compared to some others! It has a few restaurants throughout, along with some local shopping for souvenirs or local favorites! A movie theater, Lockout Rooms, Science City (for kids) and more! This visit was for the "special Spider-Man exhibit"..... as you can tell! The exhibit was "okay!" Great camera and light works, nice displays of vintage comic books 📚, and several movie used props! Great for adults, but not much for kids until they get to the retail shop to look around and make purchases! Ehhhh, it was alright, but by the time we ventured thru the rest of Union Station and bought ice cream 🍦 😋, it made it all worthwhile! 😉
RedBullKC — Google review
Had an amazing time going this time of year with all the Christmas decorations!!! It's an absolute must-see if you come to KC. Got coffee at the Parisi Cafe, and the staff is 100% super helpful. Parking is super easy.
Krystle Sharp — Google review
If you love history and or old architecture, what a cool building. You won’t be disappointed in it. We actually went there to go to the Science Center (pretty great), and ended up eating at Harvey’s restaurant (fantastic, highly recommend, Ashley was a great waitress).
thaddeuscook — Google review
I went to see the Christmas lights and train exhibit with my mom and it was AMAZING!!! 5 stars without a doubt. The lights were beautiful and we had a blast. We took a lot of pictures and thought it was incredibly cool. Highly highly highly recommend!!!
Brennan Gray — Google review
Best place to visit if you are in Kansas City . There are a lot of things that you can do and spend your day . We went to the science city with our toddler and he loved every bit of it . It’s a great place to visit .. the Christmas decor was Amazing…
Highly recommended
Nupur Goel — Google review
All aboard the praise train for Union Station in Kansas City! This hub is the ultimate express route to a fantastic time. The architecture is like a well-orchestrated symphony of steel tracks, and the atmosphere is electric with the buzz of passengers.
The staff here are conductors of hospitality, ensuring your journey is smooth and delightful. The exhibits are a first-class ticket to history, offering a scenic route through time. The ambiance is so charming that it's like a cozy train compartment on a cross-country adventure.
Whether you're a locomotive enthusiast or just someone looking for a unique destination, Union Station is the whistle-stop for you. Trust me, it's a one-way ticket to an unforgettable experience – no delays, just pure locomotion joy!
Kirk Provine — Google review
Our visit to the science center was both educational and enjoyable. The diversity of facts, especially the classic display affirming the biological basis of gender, was appreciated. My kids were engaged and learned a lot through interactive exhibits. It’s a testament to the center’s commitment to education. We’re grateful for the enriching experience and the staff’s dedication. A must-visit for curious minds of all ages. Five stars for an unforgettable day of learning and fun.
Sam Anthony — Google review
What a great place to explore!!!! Lots to see and do here! So much history to hear and read about as you walk through. Take some time to stop and have a bite to eat. There are a few places that are really great to sit and relax
If you go downstairs to watch any of the shows make sure you purchase tickets in advance.
Carman Carter — Google review
Really neat! Full of history! Lots to do inside and lots of eating options. I’d want to spend a whole day here. Really cool picture spot and fascinating vibes.
The Arabia Steamboat Museum is a fascinating attraction in Kansas City that features an extensive collection of objects salvaged from the sunken steamboat Arabia in 1856. The museum captures the life and history of pioneer Americans during the mid-nineteenth century with exhibits, displays, and presentations on items such as kitchen spices and farm implements.
The museum was extremely well done. The exhibits were nicely displayed and pretty self-explanatory, but there were employees, including Jerry, one of the original excavators, walking around telling stories, and pointing out details the signage didn't tell. That was probably my favorite part. It took us about 2 hours to go through the entire museum. The price is very reasonable, and definitely worth it. Made a great homeschool field trip.
Becca Crow — Google review
It is one of the best museums in Kansas City. The layout is so nicely done. There are videos to explain every step. I love the tons of artifacts found at the archeological site it brings all the history to life. Great museum
Michael Boroczk — Google review
This was fantastic, staff are very informative and very friendly. This was a wonderful experience and can’t wait to watch the next dig live! Great collection can’t believe the quality of the collection of artifacts! Have to stop and see this when you’re in Kansas City! Awesome
Hugo Swanepoel — Google review
Absolutely amazing collection! What a lot of work restoring all the items that went down with the ship. A true glimpse of the past way of life. Met Dave who actually found the ship
He is a wealth of info on all the items and back story as well. Very reasonable admission, don't skip this one! A gem!!
Amiel Dejnozka — Google review
We have been wanting to visit for a few years and finally took the time. What a thrill to dive into the history of the river boats on the Missouri River. The displays are very well done. The one area shows the size of the boat in real time. Awesome! Don't miss it!
Steve Klepfer — Google review
The Arabia Steamboat Museum is one of the more memorable museums I've ever been to. I've been to museums where you could see the technicians working on artifacts behind glass. And I've been to museums where you have docents who talk about artifacts. In this museum you have an opportunity to speak directly to the curators and technicians.
The down-to-earth story behind finding the Arabia steamboat and uncovering it is the stuff of legends. That the team of local people who did this amazing thing turned around and kept all the artifacts together in this museum is remarkable.
It's unheard of to my knowledge anyway. So many artifacts in a variety of conditions that can be not only be examined examined and studied, but also simultaneously appreciated by the public. This place has great historical significance, both for the generation of the steamboat itself and also of the generation that uncovered it.
If you're interested in American history, or steamboats, or a myriad of other cultures that traversed the path from Kansas City to Oregon along the Columbia River, then this museum is a must-see.
Joseph Carpenter — Google review
So cool! We took my 2 year old and 9 month old. The baby could have cared less but liked looking at people but our 2 year old loved the giant water wheel and some of the other bigger things. My husband and I thought it was so interesting what good condition it all was in! They had such a nice little gift shop with some old school toys which felt very appropriate. We didn’t find any changing tables in the community bathrooms for this little area. Maybe they have them and we couldn’t find them…
Laura Humphrey — Google review
Just as amazing now as it was during my 1st visit 20 years ago. Nowhere else have I seen a snapshot of normal life's goods than here. Clothes, china, but especially for me was all the old tools. Axes, shovels, trowels, planes, saws, pocket knives, kegs of nails, and we got to talk directly to a conservator still reclaiming rescued items from the mud! This is a must see!
David Umber — Google review
This is an absolute gem for Kansas City, rich with both local and national historical significance. Not only does this well preserved collection share incredible insight of American frontier life prior to the Civil War, but guests are treated to an incredible story of how 5 average individuals and their families banded together to accomplish the unbelievable. The gift shop is a little hokey, but the real treasures are in the museum beyond.
Bryan Terry — Google review
HISTORY BROUGHT TO LIFE!!!
🚢🚢🚢🚢
Incredible collection and beautifully explained history of the Arabia.
If you are visiting or are a local, this is a MUST stop experience.
Restrooms available before you enter and during the tour.
Employees are meandering around to explain bits and stations. They were very welcoming.
Gretchen Leigh Willson — Google review
Love the history of this place. It is great for gun and tool collectors too. Many different antebellum makers and maker marks. Henry Disston saws, authentic Russell knives, lots of axe head patterns from around the eastern US.
Darren Webb — Google review
Fascinating museum - the collection of artifacts found in the wreck of the Steamboat Arabia, including the personal story of the team that discovered the wreck. The sheer volume of artifacts is amazing and continues to expand as they restore and preserve items (intact jars of pickles, dishware collections, rubber boots, clothing,...).
The layout is nice as it walks visitors though the modern discovery of the boat and object recovery before displaying and interpreting the artifacts from the boat and its cargo.
My only reason for the 4 stars is the interpretation. Mention was made of Bloody Kansas and one display of guns specifically addressed the violence surrounding the question of if Kansas would be a slave or free state. A portion of a display addressed slaves working on the riverboats. While the men's entertainments aboard were addressed, little time was spent discussing the women aboard, seemingly assuming that they all were women going west to join their husbands? Admittedly, this museum is over 20 years old and our standards of presenting balanced interpretation of thorny historical topics while attempting to represent diverse voices have changed, but I would have liked to see a more nuanced discussion.
A.J. Weinhold — Google review
The museum is pretty cool. There wasnt much of the original steamboat frame or timbers, but the display of all the goods found from that time are nicely cleaned up and displayed. I will say the museum is inside the city market area which made it near impossible to park within 5 blocks of the museum. There is no museum dedicated parking, and its not free.
Jason Clements — Google review
I had seen this story on TV & finally was able to arrange for a visit. The story of how they recovered the Arabia from a corn field is nothing short of amazing. The recovered goods from the wreck is nearly overwhelming in its variety & condition. This is a must-see if you enjoy history. Parking is easy, reasonably priced ($1 per hour) and right there at the museum. Plan for two to three hours.
Ken Hasekamp — Google review
This is probably the only museum I have gone back to several times. I always recommend it to anybody who was going to be in the Kansas City area. It has been renovated since the last time we were there. It is completely fascinating. I highly recommend stopping at each video and watching them. They're not only entertaining but full of information. They include good information to know as you walk through the rest of the museum. Great location as there's a lot of things to see, do, and eat in the area. Highly recommend!
Abigail Lee — Google review
We are a pair of steamboat historians. We thought the presentation of the story of the location and excavation of the wreck was excellent. The collection is certainly impressive, but in particular we enjoyed speaking with a member of the conservation staff (Len W, if memory serves) who generously answered all of our many questions and clearly had a passion for their work.
The main deck steamboat display was very well dine, and the interpretive signage most helpful - not just for us, but also for the general public. While we were there, several locals mentioned that they’ve been there multiple times over the years and keep coming back and also recommend the museum to all their visiting family and friends.
Our only disappointment was that neither of the two books published about the ARABIA remain in print nor, we were told, are available used online. But of course this isn’t the fault of the museum, and the videos and displays at the museum do a fine job of telling the story. We were also fortunate to speak with Matt Hawley, son of one of the original project team and now runs marketing for the museum. We hope the museum continues to operate for many years to come and can potentially serve as the seed for the establishment of a national steamboat interpretive center.
Jonathan Tschiggfrie — Google review
I'm so glad we visited! Exhibits walk you thru with photos how they located and excavated the steamboat. My kids were interested the whole time as well! Ages 9 and 12. Highly recommend!
KC Pin — Google review
My mom and I stumbled across this by accident. We are from Washington, MO and we’re in KC for 2 days and were looking for something to do. We were going to the Wizard candy shop and then we’re walking around the mall when we found it. We had to to the museum. Very educational and very exciting to learn something new. Never learn about Arabia steamboat in school. I feel like we should as it is apart of American history. Staff was very friendly and will to answer all questions.
Michelle Hull — Google review
I was really impressed with this museum. I initially didn't expect much, but it is well set out, and the artefacts they have are incredible and vast. We were lucky enough to chat with one of the original "treasure hunters" which was really cool. I would highly recommend a visit. Set aside a good 2 hours to take it all in.
Troy Hudson — Google review
After hearing about the Arabia Steamboat Museum for years, we finally were able to see it for ourselves yesterday on December 28th, 2023. The location was easy to find and there was no wait to get right in and purchase passes. The museum does an excellent job of telling the story of how the discovery of the Arabia came about. What started as a way for a few to find treasure, soon turns into a sharing of a one of a kind discovery for all to enjoy. The artifacts are very well displayed and the museum, unlike many other similar museums, is not crammed packed full of items that soon lose the interest of visitors. I think this museum included the perfect amount of items and by no means felt overwhelming. We spent about 45 minutes to an hour from start to finish but we didn't read every plaque or display.
I would recommend anyone coming to the KC area to stop and visit this one of a kind hidden gem.
LS Tours — Google review
This was very interesting. Maybe I’m enjoying history more now that I’m older. There were short videos in the beginning that talk about the history and who eventually recovered all of the artifacts. A must see if you are in the area.
The Pony Express National Museum showcases the historical cross-country delivery service through skilled riders on horseback in the 1860s. The museum features impressive exhibits that highlight the challenges faced by these legendary riders, who transported mail from St Joe to Sacramento. Historian Gary Westcott delivered an exceptional presentation on the history of Lake Contrary, drawing a large crowd to Tuesday Night Talks, which were held later than usual this year in Spring.
Great museum, showing the history of Saint Joseph Pony Express. The family and kids enjoyed the experience. The staff was very informative and so polite. Thank you
Javier Mota — Google review
A super cool historical site! You get a great history of the Pony Express with some Westward expansion tucked in. There was an original hand-dug well kids can pump water from, and lots of other hands-on exhibits. There is also a fantastic little kid's room. You can even see some of the original foundations. It is cool that part of the building is original as well. We really enjoyed our time here.
Morris A — Google review
We took our 2 yo and 1 yo (both well behaved). Both the men’s and ladies bathrooms have changing tables and VERY clean. Our kids loved finding all the horses and enjoyed trying to do the pump to water the cows. Which gave us a moment to read what was around us. And we LOVED the kids play room! Oh goodness the play room was clean and well kept and so cute! They also have stamps and crayon scratching the kids can do. Overall it was so much fun and our kids loved it!
Laura Humphrey — Google review
Great memorial to those tough riders of the past. Beautiful displays of the effort that it took to get mail from St Joe to Sacramento! If your ever in St. Joe, stop in and check it out!
Cloudy Cowboy — Google review
This was such a wonderful stop coming through Saint Joseph. I learned so much about the pony express. The staff was very helpful with questions and friendly. Thank you and I will definitely come back.
Linda Houseknecht — Google review
I live here. Today, we decided to make a visit! Hadn't been here in 25 years... I really enjoyed the museum, & all the upgrades! It's really one of those must visits for a history buff! A+
Richey- Haggard 1 Photography — Google review
Caught the final Tuesday Night Talks of the season. Gary Westcott, an accomplished historian, did an excellent presentation on The History of Lake Contrary. The TNT are usually held during the Winter but were pushed into Springtime this year. Attendance at TNT was a very full house as many flocked to hear and see Gary's interesting presentation. The doors opened at 6:15 pm with refreshments and the presentation began at 7:00, lasting until 9:00.
Julene Younger — Google review
Quaint little museum in St. Joseph. Sketchy neighborhood but no problems encountered.
The old stable had some interesting exhibits of the old Pony Express as well as a gift shop. It was a nice stop for an hour off the road.
Jeff Schmidt — Google review
We weren't expecting much. Boy, was I wrong. It was a last-minute stop and so pleased we did! Do yourself a favor and stop and learn some history and view some interesting artifacts. Fun for all ages. Have a picnic across the street at the park.
Dianna Dutton — Google review
Staff was welcoming and professional. The exhibits are well curated. There's plenty to interest persons of all ages. Some parts are quite interactive.
Mckenzie Schmitz — Google review
This place was super cool to go through. We spent well over hour in half going through it all. The staff was so nice and friendly, kid friendly place, wheelchair friendly. And There is a few interaction stuff to do as well.
Casey — Google review
I took a group from Leavenworth, Ks to enjoy the museum. The director Cindy was so welcoming and informative. The displays are interesting and very well laid out
I highly recommend this museum for any age person
Thanks from The Deeper Window Association, dementia empowerment
Vicki Lichtenauer — Google review
Very nice museum about the history of the Pony Express in an original location. They have an original well preserved inside and I enjoyed the small display/bio for all of the Pony Express riders.
Jason Clements — Google review
5/14/23
Great history lesson of the short lived Pony Express started in St. Joseph, Mo. This is an excellent museum to bring groups too. So much to see along with interaction stations. It is a self guided tour with a 16 minute informative movie. I was there 2 hrs and could have slowed down for a bit longer. So happy I discovered this history preserving gem. Not expensive and has a wonderful gift shop.
Through the Looking Glass — Google review
We enjoyed our visit. Everything was clean and well documented. We watched a 15 minute video at the start and the rest of our visit was self paced. The customer service was excellent. I highly recommend visiting this place. I’ve always been intrigued with the pony express since I was a little girl and this museum is excellent.
Katy Jamison — Google review
Very much worth the visit. Several visitors from far off states. I found it to be interesting and complete. Next stop is the Jesse James Home Museum.
The Patee House Museum and Jesse James Homes is a well-organized showcase of Western artifacts that serves as the former Pony Express headquarters and Civil War Union outpost. The museum features an impressive exhibit on the Pony Express and a Main Street walkthrough, providing visitors with a glimpse into what life was like during that era. To fully appreciate the exhibits, one must take their time to read through each description. Visitors can explore multiple levels via an elevator while enjoying the Pantee Carosel.
It's impossible to describe the collection here. You have to see it for yourself. What a great window into the history of St. Joseph. It was an accident that I stumbled in and I'm so glad I did.
corinne lattimer — Google review
Interesting visit wotth an hour or so. You can easily spend several hours in you read everything.
Jesse James house was cool. Neat to see the room and .
Amazing the Patee House was the finest hotel west of the Mississippi, and how in a rough and tough run down area.
William Toulouse — Google review
This museum is very well put together. It has a great exhibit on the Pony Express It has a Main Street walkthrough where you felt like you were put back into time and got to walk into each one of the shops and see what it would be like during that time frame. To get the full experience, be ready to take some time and read the description on each exhibit. There are multiple levels to explore and an elevator to move between the floors. The Pantee Carosel is also a must see. Overall worth the time to explore this museum!
Kate Hurst — Google review
Wonderful museum. Excellent displays, beautifully set up. Wonderful donations of historical items. Worth it.
Rebecca Messina — Google review
Three floors. Might take half a day to thoroughly go through. The Pony Express Museum is just blocks away.
Kevin Fredrickson — Google review
Amazing museum! There was so much to look at and you even got to go into the train. There were very nice little buildings that showed how everything used to look and you could spend hours there just looking at everything. There were a lot of things you could interact with as well and overall I highly reccomend this museum to anyone interested.
Brad Johnson — Google review
3 floors of great items from the past. Only $7 to get in. Well worth it. But give yourself time because there is so much to see.
kimberly hennion — Google review
Fantastic layout and variety of items to see. There is something for everyone to enjoy. period music adds to the atmosphere.
This museum is an absolute gem; hours will melt away taking in all the great pieces and stories here.
Mark Naker — Google review
We wanted to visit the Patee House. When we entered we were told: Sorry, we'll be closing IN 15 MINUTES! Well, then I wanted at least watch one or the other in a quick run while my wife sat down on the "horn couch" and waited for me. So I only wanted to pay one entrance fee, but the lady at the register took $14 from my VISA card for two people. I was back in 14.5 minutes only to be told I had half an hour left! ?!?!?
Jo — Google review
I really enjoy going to museums and this one is definitely worthy of your time. If you are ever in the St. Joe area, stop in and check it out. Also, they have the house Jesse James was killed in on site, too. Small extra fee, though
Gary Folsom — Google review
Patee house was probably a nice museum, the staff was so rude, we drove 90 minutes to see this, arrived 30 minutes before close, and they advertised 4pm closing, it closes at 3:45pm, you are warned, we needed the restroom when we got there, she said that's for paying customers only, of course we pay at all places we go and donate generously, we love history. Terrible woman and this place in a VERY scary neighborhood, lock your car. It is a well kept museum. We ran through in about 10 after a 5 minute bathroom break.
Michelle Sweetnich — Google review
The Patee House Museum is quite a fantastic place. The history they have captured is amazing. You would never believe they have a train station AND a train in here. There is so much to see on the 3 floors of this surprising museum. You need to go out of your way to experience this gem. DO IT !!!
Michael Bambery — Google review
Excellent museum of the old midwest. Old hotel, original headquarters of the Pony Express. Every display is a collection of different regions historical artifacts. For example, one room is Walter Cronkite's fathers dental office. Walter Cronkite was born in St. Joseph and his grandfather and father were dentists there. They recently opened the 3rd floor so you can see the original hotel rooms. Second time here, did not pay the extra $ to see Jessy James house this time.
C J — Google review
Well worth the $8 per person for my wife and I. We spent over 2 hours walking around and reading the many, many exhibits. We just came to St. Joseph for a little getaway for a couple of day, and I am so glad we chose to go through this museum. It gives you a great feel for the history of the whole town and area not just the building. Also some great western history in general.
Also, it is really well kept up. Kudos to the association. It is in a part of town (we walked all through downtown) that is fairly run down, but the museum is fantastically well kept.
Mike Sechler — Google review
What a great surprise! We came for the Jesse James House, which was small but fun and informative. Ended going to the Patee House next door and WOW! You could spend days in there! Little bit of everything, would DEFINITELY recommend! Gorgeous working carousel too!
This place is incredible. The main shop has little vignettes about what is in each of their shops (there are eleven shops!!) you must stop by each of them as they have great stuff in each. The main store also has a lot of MSQC souvenirs. The people are super nice and we even got to meet Jenny Doan. We had a total quilt nerd out. Hit up the other stores in town they are super fun. Great job, friends! This place is a triumph. I can't wait to recommend it and hopefully come back someday!
Oh, one more thing....be sure to take time to go to the museum. It is super cool! There is a big featherweight display there right now. And the other thing the blew my ever-loving mind was the room full of the miniature quilts. Absolutely incredible!!
Wendi G (Wendi Sue) — Google review
What's not to love? Every line of wonderful quilting fabric you could wish for is right there in the space of 3 city blocks! And notions galore! There's even a man cave with leather recliners, a big screen TV, and a pool table. The employees were very nice and helpful if I needed help. Add in a couple of little cafes right in the middle of town, and you've got the makings of a great day. This was my first visit to what should be the center of the quilting universe, but it will not be my last. I'm going again in May!
Tammy Stevenson — Google review
Of course I loved it, I've ordered supplies from this company for years and being able to see it in person was awesome.
We first went into what we thought was "the" store and we both remarked on how underwhelmed we felt, we agreed we thought it would be larger and somehow more grand; I felt the same way about the Coliseum in Rome too, just sayin'. But we quickly realized the shop... It's literally the whole town!
I knew that this business had revived the small town where it is situated, one of the reasons I was so keen to visit is the company's marvelous story, but I didn't quite understand what that meant until we went for a walk around the area.
Beautiful old buildings that sat abandoned have been and are even now being thoughtfully restored and repurposed to serve as arms of this business, one, for example, is devoted to sewing machines, another sells mostly Batik fabrics.
One thing I particularly liked is that there are ample curb cuts, ramps, and handicapped parking spaces, and there are nice wide aisles in most of the stores making these shops accessible to those in wheelchairs and those who use supportive gear. The bathroom I visited in the main store was also accessible.
There is a spot set aside for those who do not find this type of excursion enjoyable, complete with puffy recliners and a television to keep you occupied if you don't care for fiber arts. My complaint with this area is that its design is so hypermasculine that it creates an obvious division between what they believe is supposed to be for "men" and what is supposed to be for "women", and could end up making members of either group (or of no group at all) uncomfortable if their interests don't fall in line and with what Missouri Star's marketing folks have decided their role should be.
I get why they did this and I appreciate it, but I hope that as we move forward and continue to grow as a society they might consider toning down the focus on gender being the dividing line specifically; I do know men who quilt and I know women who hate it, and I know people who fall into yet different categories who just want to decide how they feel about a thing based on factos other than gender.
So, in summation- if you're into fiber arts and quilting, go! Visit! It's a truly lovely place with a lot of interesting history and a great story. It is relatively easy to access, and there is a spot for those who want to opt out of obsessing over different shades on green for two hours, like me.
SofaKingCrafty — Google review
Bucket list ✔️
We made an impromptu stop on the way through Missouri. There was a retreat happening and the ladies were having so much fun doing a scavenger hunt. I will return in the future with some quilty friends for sure!
Gidget Frost-Janvrin — Google review
Bucket list place to go!
Plan for at least 2 days.
Closed Sundays, and local restaurants are closed also, some on Monday as well.
Great diner a little ways down the street from the shops.
Great brewery with wines off a corner street in town, for the "after shopping glow."
Absolutely fantastic and worth the 3 day drive for us. Even my husband had fun.
Patricia S Hansen — Google review
Absolutely great place. Excellent service. I went during a slow period of February. Staff were super helpful. They got things from the warehouse for me that they didn't have in stock in the store. Can't say enough as to how friendly they were.
I will come again.
SUSAN BORDUN — Google review
I came here from Colorado specifically to see theses shops, so worth the drive. Staff so helpful and shops are just beautiful! Worth the trip.
Simply Candy — Google review
Tried to order 108” backing. Ordered 2.5yrd. The first order sent was only 57”. Emailed and order was reshipped. The second attempt the fabric had a massive snag in it, right in the middle of the fabric that would have shown on my quilt back. Emailed and again reshipped the order. Just received the third attempt and wrong length again! Only 83”. I don’t get how we aren’t measuring correctly at all! And twice! I understand the snag could be hard to see, but was right on top when I unfolded.
Alison Shuker — Google review
Make sure that your wife has plenty of time to walk through all of the stores, there is more than one. We spent two hours and still didn't see everything. If this is not your thing, park yourself in a leather recliner in the man cave. I want one of those for my family room.
Ric Wright — Google review
I was excited by the variety of fabrics available. Several buildings were filled with specific fabrics. Feeling like a kid in a candy store, I flew through the bolts and found myself wanting all of it. What a great experience to see first hand. Generally, online orders are how I get my supplies, but since I was in the state, a trip to the YouTube store was a must. The main store was my first stop. The patterns for the quilts Jenny made on her show were displayed nicely in each store. (It's the inspiration corners) Then on to the Batik store, which was the hardest to leave. 350.00 dollars later, smile on my face, I carried a bag full of fabric out to my car. You can tell, I enjoyed myself!
Janice Miller — Google review
Was sew excited to finally get to go to Missouri Star Quilt Company. Drove 8 hours. Shops are really cute. But I was disappointed that going to 16 shops and only two employees acknowledged us, there were no hello’s or welcomes. Except at 1 little shop a lady and young man, they were helpful and welcoming so big thank you to them, others need to learn from them. Remember customers make a business. Will try again
Cyndi Townsend — Google review
I ordered an embroidery kit and got a package of needles. When I talked to them, they did refund for the items I did not get (I was going to give them 1 star but feel like they did handle the refund of nonreceived goods quickly and easily so that was the one star) but also the item was out of stock by the time I received not my order and I will have to wait and watch and hope for the best in three weeks when it is restocked. The lady on the chat sent me back to the chat bot without notification. That was the rude icing on the cake. I think I'll look for kits from Etsy, probably, going forward. It seems these guys have enough business they don't need to be nice or helpful when they mess up.
lThe Santastics — Google review
I have not been out to the Missouri store yet but I do buy online :)
I was shopping for panels and came across this unique panel. I have a sewing school in NC and challenge my students to make creative garments from unique fabrics and bought it to with the challenge of making a skirt out of it. It was perfect my trip to Hollywood for a costume designers meeting. Love their wide selection of beautiful panels and speedy shipping. Can't wait to go in person!
shawnelle cherry — Google review
Great place for the wife's quilt shopping. Everything all in one city blocks. There was a great place for me to hang out and wait for her to get done.
William Rieger — Google review
Although the fabric was fine it took 12 days after they processed the order to arrive. They used FedEx. Other fabric stores use UPS or USPS and it always comes within 5 days of processing. I'll never order from here again.
kim PARKS — Google review
A dream trip for moms and daughters!! My mom and I had an absolute blast! She called ahead and they were so friendly on the phone about all the shops and information on events going on!!(Other shops in KC not so much). Highly recommend going and spending the whole day there! Leave the men at home but if you can't they do have a man cave with multiple tvs and recliners. Definitely set a budget and then have wriggle room because there is so many to projects and gadgets to look at!
Jaycie Knott — Google review
They have a wonderful selection of goods. That being said, that’s where my compliments end. Their prices are good if you buy something on sale. But for the most part, they are over priced. They are SLOW to ship and then they ship the slowest possible way. It takes forever to get anything here.
lnrosy2000 — Google review
Absolutely do not give them your email! They will spam you with multiple emails a day. They will not allow you to unsubscribe, no matter the course you take to do it. If you go through their site it makes you create an account to unsubscribe even if you made a purchase as a guest previously. I’ve sent in multiple tickets to their customer service and they all promise 24-48 hours but the emails never stop. This is an extremely questionable business practice.
Christina Cooper — Google review
This place is Disneyland for quilters! They have almost any kind of fabric you will ever want! Tons of notions, patterns, and fun things to buy! They have retreats that are so much! And daily deals that are a steal. You need to visit them at least once in your life if you are a quilter! One day is not long enough. It will take at least 2 full days to get through all the shops.
Hotel-adjacent gaming plus upscale dining, fast food, live music & comedy shows.
We come down from Minneapolis Minnesota. Their machines are incredibly loose compared to the casinos in the metro area. Which also could include treasure island. Even though T.I. is not in the metropolitan area. And LIVE CRAPS AND ROULETTE. Can't beat that.
Seth Peake — Google review
You can smoke in the casino 👍🏾 the kitchen somehow can’t seem to get it together. I’ve gotten at least a handful of meals there. My latest visit I got prime rib rare… it was medium. My soup was half n a quarter cupful like every time I’ve gotten it but this time I turned back n asked questions n the lady told me that she will let her boss know n didn’t offer to fill it or anything… I give up on ever ordering there again. Time before We got steaks medium rare n what we received was one side burned n other side rare so we brought it back n they gave us different steaks same result. My salads were never good… cucumber were always bad. Staffs are always nice n friendly but always forget my plastic ware n things I’ve asked for. I will still go there but I’ll probably get subway or bring my own food when I go. The slots are really tight otherwise I do like the place.
Kimberly lynn — Google review
Clean bathrooms, get a bit smoke but service is cordial and fast with your request
Yvonne Hartley — Google review
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The casino maintains an exceptionally clean and welcoming environment, which is complemented by the staff's outstanding helpfulness and friendliness, making every visit truly enjoyable. Their sports betting section is particularly impressive for its user-friendliness and accessibility. The betting kiosks are straightforward to use, ensuring a seamless betting experience for both novices and experienced bettors alike. Moreover, the presence of knowledgeable staff ready to assist with any inquiries enhances the overall experience. Whether choosing to place bets at the kiosks or at the counter, the efficiency and friendliness of the personnel in the sports betting area are commendable. This level of customer service and the casino's overall ambiance make it a great, convenient destination for both gaming and sports betting enthusiasts.
Shad Kearns — Google review
My mother had never been to Iowa or a casino...so we drove down from the twin cities. We played some roulette...slots and sports book. Pretty much lost at everything but slots but we had a blast! Everyone was very helpful since we were novices and we will be back for a sports book night. We also ate lunch here not bad food and drink options. There is also a hotel right there if you wanted to go down for a weekend or event. Check it out for sure...its only an 1 hour and half drive from the cities.
Ryan Miller — Google review
It's pretty outside didn't pay out no free sign up bonus for new players was a buzz kill too. If I'm from out of town what's my cash back from my spend doing for me if it was my first and only time out there and the chances of it ever happening again are slim due to distance. Anyway it sure is a pretty site. At night their sign glitters. Weird lookin barn vibes outside too but it was cool. Wish I got better and more photos. Don't think I'll get to use my cash back at all anywhere because unless they have that available to me online, that may be the only Boyd casino anywhere near me. And they did say I can use my card at all of he Boyd casinos all over the u.s.
Kay Mosser — Google review
Had a good time. Has a nice variety of slots and take games. Has craps which MN doesn't.
Tony T — Google review
We had a lot of fun. Had a lot of old machines we went to 35 Cafe. Had hamburgers fries and onion rings the onion rings had so much grease in it you could have fried half dozen eggs. Overall experience was really good.
Charles Hawkins — Google review
Wonderful time.
Staff was excellent
Trucks park at rest area.
No semi-parking at casino.
So don't pass up the rest area thinking there will be truck parking elsewhere.
It's still very convenient, just a short walk to the front door.
JIM HARVEY — Google review
Clean and well kept, has a sports book, live music, and fair booze prices.
Stephen Swazee II — Google review
Smoke everywhere! Spent 2 hours there and lost the entire time. I got 1 bonus. Machines are very tight. I stopped here a few years ago and thought I would give it another try since it is pretty close to our lake house. I would avoid it in the future. Outside looks nice, but smoke and tight machines makes it a hard pass for me.
Sam Annis III — Google review
Is big enough I kinda got lost my first time. Lol. I always go in the wee hours of the morning and it's very quiet. Makes me feel like i have the place to myself. The food is always closed down by the time I get there but sure looks good from what I see on the menu. Staff are friendly.
Jessica Brennan — Google review
Our family had some good luck here on a not so busy Saturday night! Fun machines and clean bathrooms!
Stephanie Carolan — Google review
The bar tenders are unbelievable. I've never been treated so bad. Very rude and unattentive. I will never step foot in this place again. Raw pizza. I had to eat just the toppings. This was my rest stop for the night and was out of time to go anywhere else. I will NOT BE STOPPING HERE FOR SURE!!!!
Jeffrey Hathorn — Google review
All this place does is take my money but I am addicted to the thrill. I also love the smell of cigarette smoke while the tears fall down my face. The tears of course are from losing my rent payment on red. But I will be back for the thrill. They always bring me back.
Benjamin Latimer — Google review
This is a fun place to go, even if gambling is not your thing. For me gambling is not my thing, but I have gone on several occasions with either family or friends that wanted to go. Its a clean place and doesn't smell like stale cigarettes or smoke. The restroom was clean and not smelly and they offer free sodas and coffee if you dont care for an adult beverage.
Anita Calleja — Google review
I usually have a good experience here, but not so much this time. I stayed one night on Saturday, March 22nd and had an unauthorized charge of $50 on my credit card. I have been attempting to contact the manager for almost two weeks and have not heard back. I’ve left three voicemails and now, when I call, the front desk just rings continuously and eventually drops my call. I guess I’ll have to file a chargeback on my card because there was no damage to the room or anything of the sort.
Mike — Google review
By far, it was the worst casino experience I have ever had. I am a truck driver, so I get to go to a lot of different casinos across the country. The payouts at this one are extremely low. Everyone I've seen playing was irritated. I saw no jackpots and no excitement
Will not be going back, and I would not recommend gambling here
Tommie Milford — Google review
My family and I all planned a weekend get away at Diamond Joe's and needless to say- we will never go back. It was an all around bad experience! It started when they said we booked double the amount of rooms than we actually did and it was too late to cancel. The desk employee said they couldn't do anything. And in fact, they were quite RUDE about it. Then at dinner, while our waitress was nice, dinner was very slow from start to finish. The food took forever. And we must have waited 30 minutes just to pay. They claimed it was a "computer" issue. Later in the evening, there was last call for drinks- we purchased drinks at 1:15am, at 1:30am they wanted to take the drinks we had just paid for. We still had half full drinks and politely asked what time we had to drink them by- knowing in Iowa it is 2am. The "pit boss" - I think his name was RUDY (how fitting) very rudely said he was taking our drinks. We understand that there are rules, and we are happy to comply. However, we do expect to be treated with kindness and respect. It felt very much like this casino and it's employees don't care about their customers!!!
Cute place to stop and eat and let the kiddo run around after a long day of driving. Conveniently off the highway and next to fast food stops!
Hona Mattson — Google review
Amazing amount of memorabilia! It's definitely quirky. Some stuff to do, but not overly interactive for small kids.
Sarah Christine — Google review
Cute little park and museum with lots of nostalgia! Super clean bathrooms and cutel gift shop and toy/play area inside. Fun music park adjacent to the statue.
Jenn Francis — Google review
This is a fabulous park! Make time to get off the beaten path to play a while... both adults and children!
Angela Lewis — Google review
We stopped on our way to Yellowstone- road trip from Boston to Yellowstone! Our goal is to visit all 50 states and this was a perfect spot to check out MN! Not too far from the highway; easy and great photos opportunity for our family album. The visitor center was very nice and had coffee and many souvenirs! The kids loved the giant
Viktoriya Anastasia — Google review
I was told the true story of the County,the company and the timeline account for the exact memories that were described including critical think and hard fought treaties concerning the way in which was to be agreed to establishing as the story to be told and even performing specific details with insistent instructions so as to allow for an almost first person view of the giant standing directly up above you and the town of Blue Earth and for miles yet further of cultivated farm land. The richness of the dark nutrient holding soil and the fruit it had yielded. .. "Ho Ho Ho.... Green Giant sultry and sweet as he bent down on one knee to propose to the joy of his life and existence up untill that very moment. He was right! He loved us more!
Jason Haning — Google review
The park has been improved and it's a nice quick stop that is fun. There is a nice new welcome center. There is some cool musical playground equipment that our kids loved. You can climb up some steps to stand under the giant. It looks nice and is kept up. 5 stars may be a bit high, but it exceeded my expectations and was a fun stop for 20 minutes. We were surprised to enjoy it as much as we did.
Timothy Olson — Google review
OK, so a bit unusual, but the park has much more to offer than a Jolly Green Giant and his little buddy. The instruments built into the pad are great! What a genius idea. And the bike repair station with every kind of allen wrench and tire pump. Brilliant! Stop and see and grab an ice cream next door at DQ.
Jeffrey River Niles — Google review
A great place to stop for a rest especially if you’re
traveling with kids! I’ve been here before, 11 years ago, and I was so pleased they’ve improved the area with more things too see. I especially loved seeing the little sprout statues around town…like a little scavenger hunt!
SiCA K. — Google review
This was a neat roadside stop traveling to the east coast. Nice quick break and a little bit to look at. There’s a little store and small park too. Worth a break to stretch your legs!
Erik Gustafson — Google review
Coolest park ever! Where else can you climb under a huge plastic giant? The 55 foot Green Giant is the showpiece of a nice park. You will find a one mile walking path, camping, restroom, and a very fun museum and visitors center.
Rick Jones — Google review
I used an online road trip planner which was how I found out about the Green Giant Statue.
I thought it was fun! Great place to get out and stretch and see a giant statue! I'm a fan of oddities/art so i enjoyed wandering around. I stopped in the visitor center - used the bathroom, looked through the gift shop, talked to the employees.
Packaging, photos & an old grocery store reconstruction tell the story of the famed processed meat.
What can you possibly say about a museum devoted to a canned meat product? It was a lot of fun and very educational. You learn about the various products that are made. Including those made for foreign markets. There are several interactive displays to test your knowledge and your skills about spam. Masks are required if you have not been vaccinated. There are some special sections for kids and plenty of displays for adults so it is a great place to visit for the whole family. The gift shop offers a variety of merchandise and also has spamples at various times. It gives you a chance to sample some of the different varieties of spam. At the time of my visit the museum did not open until 10:00 a.m.
Myron Jackson — Google review
Super neat tourist attraction. It was cool to see the different types of spam and how it’s eaten throughout the world. The facility is not exactly dog friendly unless you can carry the dog through the museum. Unfortunately you can’t buy any of the spam that is not readily available in the US stores. I feel like they’re really missing out on a good opportunity for sales if they offered new varieties! The kids really enjoyed the play area.
Kristene Heeney — Google review
7-7-23
Wow! What a cool experience!
Learn all about the history or Hormel and SPAM!
Plenty of photo ops!
Ron was full of information and history about the Hormel brand!
Thank you Ron!
They hand out SPAMples to try!
Visit the gift shop for souvenirs and SPAM!
Definitely worth stopping in if you are traveling through!
James G — Google review
My mother and I took my two little boys age 8 and almost 10. They loved it. There's so much interactive stuff to do for the kids. And the best thing was they had taste testing. The kids really love that too. We got to dress up like inspectors and the plant and we got to practice packaging span. The boys really loved it and me and my mom liked it too.
Brandy Gordon — Google review
Very interesting and cool museum. All the interesting history is laid out in an interactive experience. The Spam cans riding around the track up in the ceiling are neat to see. The gift shop has lots of cool stuff. The staff are very friendly and knowledgeable. All in all a cool place to visit.
David Crowder — Google review
The fact that my kids said it was worth the 2 hour drive made it worth the drive! Just learning about SPAM throughout history was interesting. Got some recipes and some fun photos. Everything is very hands on and clean! Gor some fun souvenirs too+
S. Sch?bs — Google review
Love this place. Was actually the best museum we’ve been to across America. Especially being free was a huge bonus. The kids and wife loved it. THEY ARE DOG FRIENDLY which was really cool. The history and the interactive games for the kids were so cool. I would liked to have tried some of the rare SPAM that we got to see but they only have basic flavors in the gift shop. Come on guys you guys have to sell the cool products that we can’t just buy at any grocery store. Would recommend going if you’ve been thinking about it.
Stephen Heeney — Google review
It's not a huge museum but it was really cute and fun. We learned a few things and the gift store is well worth checking out. If you're into the fun and odd ball type things, this is a fun stop.
Sarah Chernatinski — Google review
Well worth the time to tour the Spam museum. We have a totally new respect for Spam and the Hormel family. It is free to enter and there is so much to learn. Even children will enjoy it.
Vickie Counts — Google review
Who knew there was so much history behind the Hormel brand?! This was such a cool experience and fun knowledge that was gained. The facility is well maintained. There are hands on activities. Children and adults can definitely find an afternoon of fun at the museum. The offer SPAM samples while you are visiting. You can purchase souvenirs and SPAM in the gift shop. There is no cost to visit, so even if you have a tight budget you can still find an afternoon of enjoyment with your family here!
Jess Linn — Google review
So much fun! The kids loved the museum! Plenty of fun facts and things to do! They even come around with SPAM samples!! They have lots of fun historical facts and a fun play place for kids. The store inside has some really cute spam souvenirs!
Bonus the museum is very inclusive from motion sensor doors to noise canceling headphones and cute quiet areas!
Jessica — Google review
Although its size is small, this museum is really worth a visit. I especially enjoyed the touring which covers the history of the company Hormel as well as of its owners Geo and Jay Hormel. It is quite inspiring to learn how the owners kept improving their products, and how SPAM became a supply to the US's allies during the war, and still a popular food for many different countries after the war. (The touring girl has done a great job!)
There is also a play area for kids, and our kiddle liked it a lot. Will definitely come back when there is a chance!
Chang-Tsan Lu — Google review
What's not to love about a museum that celebrates one of the world's most popular processed meat products? This is a funky fun place to spend an hour or two. Interesting and funny, it educates and entertains! Plus, friendly staffers walking around with trays of samples!
Bob Meyers — Google review
Such a amazing museum. It is small but in the most perfect way, any larger and it would have been toomuch. It had interactive attractions and was well thought out. Our family had a lovely time and can't wait to go back!
ash K — Google review
Enjoyed watching displays of SPAM and its history. Smaller than expected but still worth visiting. The gift shop had lots of small and interesting souvenirs. The SPAM minitrain on the ceiling was quite brilliant. You get offered SPAM samples and can buy hard-to-find varieties from the shop. The volunteers were very kind and nice.
Jaehyup Kim — Google review
2023:
Lots of fun and history. Knowing that I grew up on spam and loved spam my niece surprised me with a surprise trip to the museum. Even though my wife and niece are not fans of spam, they were surprised to have such a great time visiting a museum. They even sent pictures to others. Most did not realize there was such a museum and others claimed they were envious that we were able to visit the museum.
Paul H — Google review
You know you want it. You know you need it. It's the fleshy salty pink flavors of SPAM in all its proud glory. All your friends, family, and occasional visitors to Minnesota MUST make the important pilgrimage to the Mecca of Pork Products... THE AUSTIN SPAM MUSEUM.
Wes Lund (The Prisoner) — Google review
Great museum, really fun and interactive, not huge but it's free so no complaints! Really enjoyed having spam packing races with friends. The gift shop was great with some really fun things to buy, definitely recommend going if your in the area
Holly Woosey — Google review
This museum is so quirky and fun! I was impressed that some of their displays have changed since we visited 5 years ago. Definitely worth a visit if you are in town or a detour if you are heading up to the twin cities.
The museum is a lot of fun for adults and kids. They have a little farm house and play area with a slide. The kids loved the area where you can 'make' your own SPAM and had fun seeing who could so it the fastest. My oldest was able to do the full case in under 2 minutes. It was a really cute addition to the museum.
I love their gift shop! They do a military discount and even have shirts on sale to support the people after the Maui wildfire.
Prickles Hoggington — Google review
For starters, it's free! The kids played forever in the play area! They have an interactive museum portion, you could can 'spam', and play in the play area.
It has a variety actives the kids enjoyed too: a reading and nursing nook, a kitchen/picnic area, and the climbing section that looks like a barn.
It's a good place to take the kids to play. Definitely recommend!
Four Daughters Vineyard & Winery, Loon Juice Hard Cider, and The Traditionalist Bourbon Distillery
Winery
Food & Drink
Cider bar
Distillery
Event venue
Restaurant
We had a class dance there, and the three course meal was awesome. The beef was cooked and seasoned better than any meat I’ve had before. My visit was not a normal one so I can’t judge how good it is normally, but from what I’ve seen it is a great place to visit.
George R — Google review
I've been to a solid number of wineries in my lifetime, and Four Daughters has always been the best. I first went there in 2014 and have basically been thinking about it ever since then. It's about three hours away from my house in a direction we don't go very often, so I didn't get the chance to go back until ten years after the fact. I made a special detour to go by myself, and I didn't have very long, but I got to do a white wine tasting and have the cheeseburger. Truly one of the best cheeseburgers I have ever had - and the fries too. Parmesean truffle fries. There wasn't a single wine I didn't like. The moscato-ish one was a bit too sweet, but I would still happily drink it. The Brianna is my absolute favorite, but any of the whites are really spectacular. If you like wine even a little bit - if you like cheeseburgers even a little bit - you have GOT to go.
Calla Bjorklund Jarvie — Google review
//Our Home Away From Home\\
At Four Daughters Winery you will feel so relaxed just like you are at home. The wines and Loon Juices are all so delicious. The Pinot Noir is a red wine that is perfectly sweet. The specialty wine flight is my favorite. Try the dessert- It is FABULOUS! Our favorite part is the seasonally changing menu. We have gone to several dinner events and they wow us every time!
K N — Google review
The charcuterie board was excellent we all thoroughly enjoyed it. I particularly don’t usually like them. Because the cheese is usually flavorless and the meats are cheap. They were the opposite it was very good! I got the cheeseburger meal and it was the best burger I’ve had in along time. The meat was tasted like a mixture of high grade steak with grass fed burger. Flavorful and the texture was just right. To call it a hamburger doesn’t do it justice.
Tom — Google review
Great experience. Loon juice (cider) flights were a hit for non-wine drinkers. Mix of Minnesota grown grapes(Marquette) and California grapes barreled and aged on-site. We had the Sangiovese wine after trying a flight. Excellent pizza. Italian sausage, rosemary, and pistachio was very good, but the pepperoni and corn on the cob was the bomb. Totally unexpected. The smoked corn with cheese..... I could go on and on. It disappeared from the plates quickly. Did I say the pizza was great?
Lance G. — Google review
What a delightful experience for lunch! Our kids enjoyed the pizza, and my husband and I loved the sirloin-lobster special and the apple-walnut salad. I liked the Big Boy Red blend wine and my husband liked the Loon Juice rosé. We loved the vibe and modern architecture of this place. We live in the Twin Cities, and we were visiting the area, and think it’s worth a special trip there.
Jill Hanson-Follingstad — Google review
Very nice winery. They have wine, ciders and bourbon. The ciders we tried were good. They do flights for all three of them. The maple bourbon was also good. The food we got was very good. The staff was friendly, professional and helpful. The food prices seemed high.
B. Y. — Google review
This winery has some fantastic wines that would easily rival most wine country vineyards on the West Coast. Superb selection of reds and whites. To add to that, they also make excellent apple cider. There is a menu of pizzas, cheese plates, and other foods as well. Baby friendly. Very friendly staff. And to add to all of that, there is also a distillery in the back serving up some good bourbon. Definitely a place to visit if you're in the area.
Christopher Walker — Google review
It was a nice experience. The first problem was that they had our group seated at a high-level table, which wasn't appropriate for a person in a wheelchair. When reservations were made, a table that was suitable for a wheelchair was asked for. So they put us in the back room. We were forgotten about when they were serving and was often last. If the owners knew you, they catered to you more than the other guests. Problems could have been avoided if attention to detail was made. Also, not having enough help was a problem checking on all guests to see if everything is okay would be good . The food and music were great.
Deborah Rice — Google review
Great winery! Worth the time to try excellent wines and very tasty food selections. Cheeseburger was amazing 🍔. Cheers 🥂
Roger Nicholas — Google review
Was ordering from a lady who was training in a new person and I was taken aback by her rudeness. This was my first time there and felt that rather than a kind explanation I received a lecture along with dirty looks. I was told to go to the bourbon bar to get my drinks (I ordered at the wine bar because I didn't know) so I did but when the lady from the bourbon kindly walked my drinks to my table she glared at me. My friends have complaints of their own as well but I won't speak for them . The wine and bourbon were good but we did not feel like making purchases after this unwelcoming experience.
Kelly Whitters — Google review
The food here, while outstanding, lends itself to a larger crowd and big eats. The menu here is very small and they don't really have normal appetizers like some starch and dip or small plates. I ordered the carrot and parsnip soup. I was wonderfully surprised at the depth of flavor and presentation. It was a huge hit for me! It was representative of a top notch chef in the kitchen and definitely makes me want to return when I get a bigger appetite. The wine was crisp and tasty! Highly enjoyable, but it wasn't really like a fine wine you get at a steakhouse. Sweet winery wine, which is okay, but I'd rather enjoy the food and scenery, to be honest. Have been here before in the past and always enjoyed myself, it did not disappoint post-Covid. I just wish the menu had come back to its former self.
Minneopa State Park boasts an array of recreational activities for visitors to enjoy, including hiking trails with panoramic views, a stunning waterfall, picnic areas and campsites. The hike to the falls is not for the faint-hearted and may prove challenging due to high water levels covering the path. Visitors are warned that 70 steps lead down to the base of the waterfall and 70 back up again, with a total distance of 0.15 miles from top to bottom.
Very impressive state park with a lot of the expected, but by golly, some unexpected as well. The first part of the park I visited was the south side where Minneopa Falls is located. Unfortunately, this time of year the falls show nothing but a trickle. The sight is certainly beautiful and worth it around all the scenery. Very well kept park with picnic areas and the bike trail that follows State 90/Hawthorn Road. There are steps involved to get to the bottom of the falls if you wish and another set of steps to a nice scenic overlook. The second part of the park had something I didn't know was available in Minnesota. There is acreage here that you can drive to watch the bison. A couple of miles in and, sure as heck, there they were herding down the road. The land here is very beautiful as well. Campsites are also located here and well placed in the woods, not just a wide open space for all the campers but more individualized. Trails seem plentiful, though I didn't walk any in this part of the park as of yet. This be a great time of year for the color change so if y'all got a hankerin' for the outdoors, come on our and support your state parks!
Joseph Abrahamson — Google review
Another beautiful Minnesota State Park! Great spot for a day trip! It was very busy but it was also a great fall day when we went. The waterfalls were beautiful! We walked the road over to the other section of the park where the bison are kept. There is a nice walking trail around the bison enclosure. We ended up walking almost 8 miles. Dog friendly trails. Worth checking out!
Ann C — Google review
Beautiful state park. The waterfalls were full at this time of year. Neat to see Bison too
Dustin Gallipo — Google review
Great place for a short walk. Lots of history here. Excellent for a family car trip.
Also connect's to local bicycle trails.
Bison area and camp grounds are in a separate area from falls area.
Bison area is super cool. Drive through bison area.
Steve Mouchet — Google review
Such a quaint and beautiful place for a quick walk.
The weather was pleasant despite it being early spring. Was expecting cold winds but thankfully the day was pleasant which heightened the experience.
The walk down the falls was easy making it fun for kids as well as the elderly. A must visit place if you're looking for something close to the twin cities with less crowds.
Navneeth Sundararaghavan — Google review
Great example of an amazing park for a smaller space. Great day use area with very unique scenery. The river valley is beautiful with uncommon rock formation for this part of MN. Nice paved trails and some decent hiking/biking for a smaller area. Campground is well treed and fairly spread out. Plus they have a bison enclosure. The area around the park is very scenic, Great park especially for spring and fall colors.
Wyatt W. Penke — Google review
The campsites were some of the most spacious we've experienced, and private. The buffalo were a neat experience, and the waterfall was gorgeous. The kids enjoyed swimming and playing in the water at the base of the waterfall, which is a bit of a trek down to with littles. The state hike was gorgeous, and not very long, which was nice for the kids. A stroller is probably doable on the trail. This state park has a lot to see and do!
Heather Anderson — Google review
Beautiful views, great bison viewing and waterfall. Busy with a lot of people, and there’s not many trails. Most of the people are around the waterfalls but there’s still a decent amount of traffic in the bison viewing area. There is a scenic overlook to the intact prairie a short drive up from the bison area with a historic mill on it. There are native prairie plants throughout the park, which is good to look for monarchs.
Jace Hulne — Google review
Tremendous waterfall and fun hike. Lovely walk with freshly misted sprinkles from the falls. Hike isn't the easiest and more challenging for some; if water levels too high path may be covered to get to falls base. By the stairs leading down to the falls base is a sign that says the trek is 70 steps down and 70 steps up. It is 0.15mi from top of the stairs to base of waterfall. Enjoy the trip!
Hannah Shae — Google review
This was a great park even if only for a day! Sadly we haven't stayed here yet for camping, but we did go to the falls and took a hike. All and all we spent roughly, 5 hours here along with a 3hr (round trip) drive from the Minneapolis.
They don't have a ton of trails as it's a smaller state park in comparison, but we did ~7 miles of hiking while we're were there, so depending on your perspective, this could be a little or a lot. We walked 5 miles around the Buffalo enclosure which was a pretty flat east walk with lots of places to rest. The kiddos enjoyed the hike and while we had lots of water it was warmer (87°F), so they were a little warm by the end. My kids are 6-8 and we go on longer walks frequently so this maybe some context to consider with your own.
They have a Buffalo drive through and while the kids were really excited about that, it was what we spent the least time while we're were there on. We spent about 10 minutes and once we saw the Buffalo for a while they were less interested. We did however spend a good amount of time near the waterfalls and along the river playing in the water. As a parent fyi, lots of good picture opportunities with the kids here and they really wanted to camp here sometime.
There were also a couple other places near by in St Peter to go hiking as well including 7mile park.
All and all, I have a solid recommendation for Minneopa as a day trip place for kids and hikers alike. I'll add more when we camp.
Joseph McGie — Google review
Beautiful park, well worth the $7 to visit it. Waterfalls were amazing.
T S — Google review
What a great park! We camped, and everything is within a short walking distance. We went to see the bison twice while on our trip. If you have a park pass, you can go in as much as you would like. There is an old mill to check out, and I recommend doing so. The view is amazing.
Jamie Kiefert — Google review
This is a really beautiful spot, really nice native plant diversity avg wildlife. I went there on some really hot days and still had a good time. The waterfall was nice in spite of the drought. Saw some Sunchoke which was really pretty
Coty Fields — Google review
Went to see the bison first, and that was lucky because that part closes earlier than the rest of the park. It was cool to see them for a few minutes anyway. We went to the waterfall side next. The falls and creek were pretty low and mostly frozen, with just a trickle behind the ice. The trail rails could use some maintenance
Brian Dall — Google review
We stayed here in group camp 4. I recommend group site 1 (closest to vault toilets) and also 4, but it's the furthest away from the parking lot. They provide 2 wheeled carts. The firewood was $8/bundle and was claimed to be kiln dried, but some pieces were wet. The water fall was down to a trickle. Some trails by there were closed. We walked around the bision enclosure (took us about 2 hours), but driving through the area allowed you to get much closer to the Bison.
Austin — Google review
First waterfall Zach (my Rc car) has ever seen very good rocks for pictures also
hi pek — Google review
This park was nice. We stayed camping and the site we had was spacious and seclude it seemed. Going in to see the bison was cool and the double waterfall is a must see. But it was also packed with people. If you are camping wait it out and then you can get it basically to yourself.
Lindsay S — Google review
It's a smaller park, but worth the visit if you're in the area. It has picnic tables, a covered spot to reserve for get togethers. It's beautiful, but not at its full potential when I was here due to the falls being at a trickle due to lack of rain. The hiking trails and the falls would be that much better if it was going at more than a trickle.
Soldiers Field Veterans Memorial is a verdant expanse with a meandering wall, water features and effigies dedicated to American veterans. It honors the brave servicemen and women who sacrificed their lives in defense of freedom. The granite wall bears names of local veterans, while flags representing different branches and military artillery statues stand within the park. It offers ample open space, picnic benches, tennis courts, baseball field, running track and bathrooms.
What an awesome experience today. The veterans who brought our students on the tour did a great job. I had yet to check this place out. It was very well done.
John and Jody Vossen — Google review
Very nice tribute to America's veterans. There is a sculpture in the middle of the memorial of a mother and child. The woman is holding a telegram informing her that her husband was killed in action, as she looks skyward and her child is clutching her side. Timeless and incredibly sorrowful, as is the the medic/corpsman sculpture directly behind the wall. A very nice memorial.
Larry Lindahl — Google review
Brought our kiddos here for a 1st time to try skating. Very impressed at the big loop to skate on. Having the pushers for our kids to help learn with was excellent. Our oldest was a quick learner. Will certainly come back!
Tim Dachtera — Google review
Wow. Still letting what I sa sink in. Built by citizens with no tax payers money. Awesome
Jim Combs — Google review
This is one of the most moving veterans' parks I have visited. The statue of the woman and child with the life changing telegram was very touching. A wonderful tribute to those who have served.
Deb Courts-Brown — Google review
An excellent tribute to Minnesota and our nations veterans. I especially liked the detailed history of our American flags.
Kim Hammond — Google review
This is one of the best Veteran's Memorials in the country and built with private funds! It is a great option if you can't make it to DC to see them there! Each war event is highlighted here along with those who died in combat.
Shannon Larsen — Google review
Memorial Park honoring the brave, the defenders of our freedom and those who gave the greatest sacrifice-their lives. Beautiful granite wall honoring the names of local men and women who served, flags of the different branches, statues depicting their service and actual military artillery. The surrounding park offers plenty of opening space, two play areas, plenty of picnic benches and park shelters, tennis courts, baseball field, dirt running track and public bathrooms. Adjacent pool/water park and golf course are also available. Park and surrounding grounds are clean, but clearly dated and showing need of repair and replacement. Plenty of parking and walking/biking trails.
Philip Ward — Google review
Really nice park with plenty of parking. The park also abuts the trail system that runs along the river. The veteran exhibit is quite something. Follow the signs carefully to arrive here.
Andy Galles — Google review
Very well maintained and beautiful space. Seems very popular on a Monday evening in August. Multiple play areas for youngsters, spaces for baseball and soccer. The tributes to veterans are numerous and attractive and contain historical references and lessons.
Daniel Page — Google review
Another trip to Mayo Clinic in Rochester... But we had our granddaughters with us this time! We had some time kill so I brought them to the incredible Veterans Memorial just down from Mayo Clinic in Soldiers Field area. The girls are only 5 & 8 yrs old and they still enjoyed it. I am retired Air Force and it was an honor to try to explain to them what the gorgeous engraved murals depicted. The life sized statue displays were really impacting and I think they could get the feel for it. Then I showed them all the names of those honorable service members who never came back to their families. Their Father is also in the military.
The unbelievable precision in the construction of this Memorial is mind boggling. There is a small space between each piece of of granite. As one of my photos show, looking in that space exactly lines up with the flag pole! There are so many other impressive things to experience but you should come see it for yourself. You will never regret it.
God bless those who served and were never able to return home. They are our heros!
Todd Mitchell — Google review
We were there for Rochesterfeat. A decent crowd but not much for food lines. There might be a couple more food booths this year.
John Dean — Google review
The biggest veteran memorial I've seen! Lots of art lines the walls of the memorial, as well as a couple of statues. There's some old canons as well. Beyond that, mostly just fields. They are pretty well-kept though.
Quarry Hill Nature Center is a large park that provides visitors with an array of outdoor activities such as hiking on lush trails, exploring the man-made cave, and observing live animals in the nature center. The center offers informative classes for children and adults alike. Furthermore, the grounds are well-maintained with beautiful scenery suitable for hiking enthusiasts, even though some trails may be muddy at times. The staff is knowledgeable and focused on teaching visitors about nature without any distractions.
This is a wonderful place especially if you have children! So many things to do inside the little center. Lots of hands on for the children. I have no children but I certainly enjoyed it as well! The grounds are beautiful even though it's early Spring and nothing is green yet. But it's lovely hiking you just have to watch out because some of the trails are kind of mushy yet. It would be a fun activity for a family or people who just like to hike and see nature
Jean Marie Jones — Google review
Just a jewel for the community. It makes me want to live in Rochester. I also have bad knees and there are paved trails, as well as walking past lined with mulch.
Cheryl Campbell — Google review
We adore Quarry Hill! Whether you are adults going for a hike, or kids looking to visit the nature center; whether you come with a school group and a structured program, or a toddler and preschooler looking for things to do on a gray or cold day: This place has something for you!
In the nature center, there are snakes that are native to Minnesota, fish, turtles, insects, frogs, and information and displays about birds - as well as a climbing structure/"treehouse", in a book room for even the youngest children. There are even fun donation bins available for help feeding the nature center animals and maintaining trails and outdoor buildings.
Outside, there are miles and miles of paths, whether paved, wood chips, or naturally worn in the grass and dirt. There is a beautiful pond in the middle with a very small island you can walk out onto, and even the pond as wildlife such as ducks and geese who stay over or stop by, and even beavers. We were really lucky and saw the beavers diving down to the bottom of the mostly frozen pond, and bringing pond weeds back up to eat on the surface of the ice. The pond never freezes over completely because there is a pump. You cannot walk on the ice! But that's just fine because even a winter pond is home to many animals, and they deserve to have the pond to themselves, in that way.
In the winter, there are groomed trails for cross country skiing, as well as skis available. This year was not good for that because we've had so little snow. But most Winters, outdoors at Quarry Hill is a cross country skiing Destination, in cooperation with local school cross country/Nordic teams.
Millie W — Google review
This place holds a special place in my heart, as my children spent so much time here when younger. This is one the best oasis’s in Rochester, especially for guests visiting the area looking for fresh air & a nice hike. There is a cemetery, cave, old quarry ( the best), tadpoles in the pond, butterflies & bees habitats. You can watch bird tagging, attend a class, have a birthday party, go to summer camp, climb the rock wall, cross county ski, look for fossils, bird watch, snow shoe, hike, or just have a picnic. The options are endless- and they only ask for a donation. Please consider donating if you enjoyed your visit to keep it open & free to all. The giant fish inside, turtles, owls, and snakes add to the excitement too. The library is a perfect spot to wind down Before heading home for a nap. Photo of our hike- we saw an eagle & found morels in the spring.
Lisa Gifford — Google review
This place is huge and a lot of fun! They have great trails in the nature for hiking and/or biking. There’s a cave, river, and you can see different biospheres depending on where you are in the park. A lot of people were here with their family and it looked like there was a school field trip happening here as we visited.
Sarah Mathre — Google review
There are many great trails for running and hiking. This is a very dog friendly place. However, it can be very busy and the loops are not very large.
I haven’t tried it yet, but I think you can rent skis or snow shoes in the winter.
Keenan Pearson — Google review
We were visiting Mayo. Due to lack of time were looking for things to do in the vicinity. The nature center was a fun activity. Lots of hands on for the kids too. But as grown ups we loved it. Took a small walk around the area, too. Will visit the next time hopefully in the summer.
Nina Kajiji — Google review
The staff especially Jenny was great. Kept all students attention and did not stray from teaching or other possible distractions. I was impressed how nice the buildings, and grounds were very clean and kept up
Joe Allison — Google review
I've always enjoyed long walks with my walking and talking buddy and friends. Growing up on the farm, it's like having a little nature and country in the city, I've taken many photo opportunities of the birds, insects, and plants. The history is interesting. Be sure to enjoy the animals, insects, fish, reptiles & amphibians INSIDE, too. Great learning opportunities for young children.
Julie A. — Google review
Quarry Hill is absolutely stunning and beautiful! I come from Florida so the experience was definitely refreshing. Plenty of shade and always something beautiful to look at.
bus — Google review
This place is really cool! But the staff running the programs are extremely ableist. My son who is in a wheelchair couldn't be included in the school field trip today because the staff was determined to go on the unpaved trails instead of the paved trails. So while the rest of his class went on the unpaved trails, my son was left out. Why should kids with disabilities be segregated like that? Why should they have to conform to what all the typical kids can do? By 2023 I expect more of this place. If your disabled kid is going on a field trip to Quarry Hill, I guess just keep them at home because the staff there do not foster an inclusive environment. I hope this changes sooner than later.
Adam Gish — Google review
It's my favorite place to go and escape the city noise. Perfect for wandering and exploration. My kids and I love the nature center as well as the nicely kept trails. Another highlight is the large amount of paved trails, which makes this park extra accessible for all abilities.
Nicole B — Google review
What a fantastic gem! I was very surprised with the amount of animals that were in the nature center. The trails were lovely!! Great way to spend some downtime if you are in the area!
We even got to see Bob the snake eat some fish!
Dragonbird Shawn — Google review
Finally made a trip to aee the cave and it was cool. It's actually not a guided tour because the cave is small enough for you to go in on your own but it is helpful to bring your own large flashlight if you want to see a little better. We used our phone flashlight and that was all right too.
Roxy Zenker — Google review
We love visiting quarry hill! The kids enjoy the animal exhibits & extra events. There were no special events on this day, but we observed the kestrel eating breakfast (a mouse) & went on a nature hike outside.
Portia Strasser — Google review
We love quarry hill nature center. I’ve been coming since elementary school field trips & now I get to bring my kids. Grandma enjoyed it as well. We look forward to many more visits in the future.
Aimee Mestad — Google review
Great place to explore, love the trails, and love learning the history of the area. The front desk staff was very friendly and helpful.
Love the beautiful venue! We loved all of our wine choices. Food was phenomenal! We didn’t have a very attentive server but enjoyed our time. We will be back!
Jessica Meyenburg — Google review
It has a very open atmosphere, very spacious. I am not a huge wine drinker but the three kinds I tried were good. My wife who rarely drinks wine had two glasses of a sweet white that was recommended by the waitress. I had a Betty White sandwich and it was pretty good. We both enjoyed our time there
John Dean — Google review
This place is a must-visit spot for wine lovers, they get all the most important things spot on.:
-This winery uses locally grown grapes for the majority of it's wine.
-The wines are of excellent quality.
-Tastings are done at your table, you choose 3 wines at a time.
-The staff is knowledgeable and friendly.
The decor, atmosphere, cleanliness, and food are icing on the cake.
Leon Nox — Google review
Awesome wait staff, wine flights, and make sure to try their house made sparkling wine. Cute place with amazing food boards. Fun branding on menu. Merch available on site for a great last minute gift grab.
Jaime Zappa — Google review
Our family had a wedding in the upstairs event space. The venue was elegant but fun. The staff was lovely and helpful. The support in event planning was great from the first day. We could not have been happier.
sarah stengle — Google review
Fun experience! We came as a group for a wine tasting. The staff was friendly and welcoming. Would recommend!
Jason Ehrenberg — Google review
A good place to go after tubing on the Cannon River at at Welch village on a hot day.If you want more that hamburger at a locale bar.They finally have some food you can enjoy with some of their wines.They also sell bottled beer and pop ect.There is outdoor seating and there was pleasant live music playing when I was there.I sat at a door table and had a Stevie Nick's flat bread .Pictures shot in public.
David Dickey — Google review
Pretty nice small town winery! The staffs are very friendly and helpful. It costs you small amounts and you can taste a couple of their breweries. What we had was very fruitful taste, mild for everyone. They have indoor and outdoor tables for you to enjoy yours leisurely... There is a big parking lot by the winery. Also, the Cannon River trail is right next. Very convenient if you prefer a walk after your wine taste.
Peng Hsu — Google review
Loved the atmosphere, loved the wine and we decided on ordering flights, only issue was we waited well over 30 to 40 minutes for our charcuterie board, and others arriving after us, got served before us. I was hungry and had to hold off on my wine till I got food in my stomach.
Our waitress was nice and felt bad we waited so long, but the only thing is she didn't come to our table to even explain why the long wait. When bringing out the board, she apologized and said that we received extra for no cost, more on the board.
We ended up buying our favorites for at home.
Trish — Google review
We had not been here for a few years. Its still a nice place to visit. The wines were decent and the servers were pleasant. I liked the Mill Street Red. The pizza we ordered was the only thing we did not particularly enjoy.
John and Jody Vossen — Google review
Attended a wedding reception. The venue was wonderful! The staff were quick and friendly. The decorations that were able to be setup were amazing! I would definitely consider having my large events in this space. Additionally the winery was superb and hosted a full host of options from beer to wine to liquor. The style is modern rustic and executes it without flaw. Stop in when you are in town!
Had a great time with my mom and brother zip lining today. Amazing staff, beautiful views, and a great time all around! Be sure to check this place out!
James Sawyer — Google review
The staff is amazing with people of all skill levels. We had a guest who was completely new to ropes courses. They were patient when they got scared stiff and wouldn't move. They even came out to where he was and helped him get to the next section! It was a very uplifting moment for everyone and it made the experience a very memorable day for us.
Sara Rodesch — Google review
Drove up a day early for U of M graduation from South Dakota so that we could take my daughter ziplining. Had it booked out a couple of weeks. Got an email at around 8 p.m. the night before telling me they have staffing issues and need to cancel. I would think staffing issues would be well known way before the night before. So we are out about $130 extra dollars because we didn't need to stay the extra night. Had they given us enough notice, we could have made other plans or just waited a day before making the 4 hour drive. I am not happy needless to say. So unless they plan on also refunding us the hotel room as well as the money for ziplining, we won't be back.
Ann Holman — Google review
The staff was incredible and it was an incredible end to a great anniversary weekend! Highly recommend to anyone looking for some fun, even if you are scared of heights like my wife. The staff was patient, encouraging and made it all worth while. Thank you!!
John Farrell — Google review
I went by myself and was the only person there so I was nervous at first, but was quickly welcomed! I can definitely say I’ll be going again! My favorite part was these personally picked pine cones :) Thanks so much for making this an amazing experience to remember!
Alexus R — Google review
Awesome place with great staff and great views!! My family loved the high-ropes course and the zip-lines were a lot of fun; even for a guy who isn't the biggest fan of heights. Duane and his team are awesome and we will definitely be back and highly recommend you check it out!
Paul Zunker — Google review
Amazing guides amazing sights. The giant swing was super fun too!!! Will definitely go again in the future.
Lindsey W — Google review
We did 3 zipline what a great time. Great friendly helpful staff they make sure you are safe and have fun this is a do not miss
David Hallenberger — Google review
Super fun - a great place to build team spirit for a team, company or group outing or just have a ridiculous amount of fun! The zip lines were INCREDIBLE and the staff is unbeatable!
Jason Christenson — Google review
This was so much fun.. staff is great, beautiful area.
Wow! So much candy to see!!! Many of the reviews have pictures showcasing all the rows of candy but I took some up close ones. Hope this helps anyone. I wanted to see close up pictures before I came here.
But obviously I can't take pictures of everything there, too much!
So many different candies from different countries. Lots of sodas too.
There is a sugar free selection but it's small. Like mints and chocolate and caramel. And dark chocolate bar.
Mia helped check me out at the register. Shes awesome!
If you are in the area this is a must see!!
Climbing Kitten — Google review
Highly impressed by the freshness of the candy. You can tell the candy, items, and sections of the establishment are well kept. I didn’t see any items expired or dusty. You can dive deep into the characters and culture of the store or dive deep into the items they have on the shelves. This place also has amazing apples, as its origin is an apple orchard. Warm baked goods are offered that are beautiful. Wonderful place to see your favorite kid characters. Life size super hero’s that are fill with amazing detail. The staff are helpful and willing to help no matter what task they’re involved in. I had an amazing experience and can’t wait to come back when the season opens again.
Phillip Conley Jr — Google review
I absolutely LOVE this place!! First visited 3 yrs ago with my husband. We loved it then too. My girlfriend moved out to MN almost 2 years ago and this was her first time there. They of course have all kinds of candy but they have so much more! They have a whole collection of different flavored hot chocolate, different seasonings and sauces, meats, confections, candies you'll remember from your childhood.........seriously, if you can't find something to enjoy here, you're not trying hard enough. They have different sections, each of them themed. It's seriously just a cool place to check out. We had so much fun.
Pearl Adams — Google review
I hadn't been to this place in a while. If you are in the area it's definitely worth a stop. There's more than just candy.. there's pies, pancake mixes, pastas, sauces, puzzles, sodas, and tons of just fun, silly, cheeses, meats and creative items.
They only take cash so come prepared with cash. They do have ATM's but there's (I think) a $2.50 fee... So be aware of that.
I'm excited to try my first pie from there... we got a caramel apple pie.
Overall the prices we're not too bad.. there's some items you find at normal stores and to be honest I'd avoid those... but, spend your money on those rare, unique, or hard to find items, which there's a ton of those.
Not only the staff... But in general everyone was nice and friendly. It's just a place to go, enjoy, and have a good time.. just remember to bring cash😁.
They will eventually be moving the location due to upcoming construction, but at this for this year it'll be there, so whether you've never been or haven't been in a while, it's a good time to make a trip there.
The Earth Stars — Google review
Super fun! So much to look at and experience not to mention their vast variety of not just sweets but puzzles and soda's as well. They also had great Candy apples. Definitely going back again.
Erin Bennett (GirlinTheBrownHoodie) — Google review
I wasn't too excited about driving an hour to a big candy store but was pleasantly surprised. They did have a ton of candy, caramels, chocolates-some I never heard of. They had the wildest flavors and brands of chips, popcorn, soup mixes, dips, jams, fresh out of the oven pies, and sodas of all kinds. There were themed rooms with murals and replicas from movies. It was very busy but it seemed to flow well and about 20 people there to get you checked out and items bagged. It's worth the stop!
Jason Ellison — Google review
Definitely worth stopping for! They literally have every candy. They also have pasta, cake mixes, sodas in all kinds of crazy flavors. There is also a bakery. Be sure to plan over an hour to shop and be sure to look up at the ceiling for great superhero and disney art. Bummer they only take cash, but there is an ATM inside.
Rachel Newquist — Google review
Some many amazing candy from all over the place. Tons of superhero and Star Wars statues. Your children will probably never want to leave, so be prepared.
Brian Piersa — Google review
We visited in 10/30/23 and they had a huge variety of candies. Many options to candys, from our childhood candies to new candy options available. The store is a bit outdated but overall they have many character decorations around the store. Many curiosities of candies. Anything you can think of they have. They do have fresh honey and also honey combs which was something I enjoyed. The customer service they provided at check out was good. They downside of this location they accept cash or check no Visa payment. They do have an atm to use. I would be coming back next time around this area.
Yisus Arias — Google review
Finally tried the apple bread as there was advertisements all over the store and the smell was intoxicating. We started from one side and worked our way towards the middle. We noticed the bread getting softer and softer…. Then we realized the dough was completely raw in the middle. Currently annoyed by the fact that there’s no web site, Facebook or phone number to contact them at and give them the needs up they need baking lessons.
Justin Mcginty — Google review
We drove and passed this place many times before and finally we stopped by to visit! ☺ Too many varieties of candies and snacks! I'd say the store does a great job in making people taking money out from their pockets voluntarily - given the crowd, the atmosphere in the store, and the varieties of the snack, we just felt we needed to buy something! LOL 😂
They only accept cash and check which is a bit inconvenient. And I was surprised to be charged for sale tax because I didn't buy any food to be served but only a couple of boxes of cookies that we can generally find from grocery store. I thought Minnesota never taxes on that?!
Chang-Tsan Lu — Google review
It’s a fun stop if you are driving by. I think most of it is overpriced. While they literally have every candy, most U can purchase cheaper at Target. Some candies are unique and hard to find unless u get on line. They also have pasta, cake mixes, sodas in all kinds of crazy flavors. There is also a bakery with pies at $14 each. Be sure to plan over an hour to shop and be sure to look up at the ceiling for great superhero and disney art. Someone is getting rich by only taking cash and using an ATM to get cash with a high fee. No cards accepted except the ATM machine.
Michael Hecker — Google review
My Dad brought my Mom and I here for an early birthday present for me. I've never seen so much candy in my whole life. It is awesomely fun. A great place to bring your kids.
Amy ?Sober Baby? Lundgren — Google review
An amazing place! What a selection. Not just candy, hot sauce, soda, popcorn, pies, fudge. Just huge. Cool murals and statues. Lots of foreign foods. Great for all ages rather quick checkouts big parking lot. Will definitely be back.
Colin Engstrom — Google review
Almost too much, we spent longer here than we imagined. The kids completely lost it. Wife got a bit crabby trying to corral the younger one who was out of control. In the end we found a few classics the kids picked their top choices and somehow we got out of there having spent only $60. Still can't believe that. Worth a visit once if you have kids. Recommend eating before you go... And limiting the amount of candy you let your kids eat at one time after.
David Thomas-Jensen — Google review
It's large. Lots of different things to choose from. Many candies not found anywhere else. I personally like the tea section and snacks. There is home baked goods. And some quirky decorations as well. Great place to stop by and see.
natasha holtzclaw — Google review
I was very impressed with this place. It is HUGE! not only do they have candy but the have the largest selection of puzzles I've ever seen! There is so much to see in this place. The store is amazing! The owner should be proud. This is so much more than just a candy store!
Angie Kyle — Google review
This place is always so fun to visit. Makes you think of the past and be amazed by so many different kinds of confections, candy, baked goods and soda. There is definitely something for everyone.
windy keltner — Google review
I swear this place gets bigger and better every year. Makes me feel like a kid again when I go here!
Tim Teezy — Google review
Never seen so much candy, soda, pie, and specialty foods in one place. Also many other cool things like life size Marvel and Disney characters and a life size animatronic character band. If you have a sweet tooth this is the place to go!!!
Dan Veenendaal — Google review
Crazy huge n unique selections of anything edible including foreign candies, been going here since i was a kid
good Hassam — Google review
Always such a great visit. It’s great to come early on weekdays when it’s not too busy so you have enough time to look around without being in peoples way/being too crowded. They always have such unique treats and d amazing art. I was sad to hear that they’ll be moving, but excited to learn the new building will be bigger!
Lauren Keeley — Google review
Spectacular store. You can find all sort of home made products as well as all shorts of cadíes, cookies, snacks etc
It is a paradise for littles and not so little ones
Note: They do not take credit/ debit cards, although there is an ATM at the property
Abigail Vargas (Personal GMail) — Google review
I recently visited Minnesota's largest candy store, and it truly exceeded all my expectations. The artwork on the ceilings is absolutely amazing – you have to look up to appreciate it! As a candy lover, I was in paradise with the giant variety of just about every candy imaginable. And the pies? They are simply mouthwatering! Don't forget to explore their vast assortment of different root beers; it's a unique treat in itself. This place is a must-visit for anyone with a sweet tooth and a love for delicious treats. I'll be returning for sure!
David S — Google review
A really great unique place to visit. They have an animatronic band that plays every couple of minutes too. They have a HUGE selection of candy, from the new to the old. They have some beverages to purchase as well. Very weird yet unique place to visit. A little unique to park and can get very busy, but go check them out!
Glen Morris — Google review
This place is a must visit! Never ending options of candy, pasta, chips and locally made food. You can find candy from main box stores in addition to candy from around the world you’ve never seen before.
They have fresh baked pies and a large selection of soda pops.
The artwork and statures are great for photos and you can easily spend an hour + here!
There is ample parking and they do not take debit or credit cards. They do have ATMs on sight. Highly recommend!
Chain retailer offering a traditional collection of handcrafted leather boots for work & recreation.
Loved seeing the worlds largest boot. It has a cute self guided tour. That was fun. I love to see the history of things and see how items are made. If you do too, check out this store. I did treat myself to fun little item to take home to remember this visit as well.
Kari S. — Google review
I recently visited the Red Wing Shoe Store and Museum and it was an incredible experience! The highlight was seeing the world's largest boot, a unique and impressive sight. The museum exhibit on the second floor offered an insightful look into the history and craftsmanship of Red Wing Shoes. I was also thrilled to find the outlet store on the lower level, where items were marked 30-70% off. Although the selection was more skewed towards men's items, which was a bit disappointing as a female shopper, I understand that their products are often marketed more towards men. Overall, it was a delightful and educational visit, and I highly recommend it to anyone interested in unique attractions and great deals on quality footwear.
Sarah Mathre — Google review
We were dropping off some boots that needed to be have new soles put on (my husband loves his work boot). We decided to shop their outlet downstairs, and we both left with a new pair of boots at about 40% off normal retail. The staff was helpful in measuring our feet to ensure we got the right size and width. We also each decided to try a pair of their lifetime warranty socks, but it may take a while for us to know how well they last.
Sharon Tolva — Google review
The museum and shop for Red Wing shoes was a lot of fun. It was very interesting to see the history behind these legendary shoes. We had a great time.
charlie VAIL — Google review
A really cool story to visit! They have a little shoe museum along with lots of stuff to see. A very unique store and has great historical significance to the area! Parking along the street is also not too terrible to find.
Glen Morris — Google review
Came in to shop,see the big shoe, and was surprised to see they had a whole series of nice displays set up upstairs. Very cool.
Christine Ellingson — Google review
I was here to see the World's Largest Boot which would be a size 638 1/2 D and was created to celebrate the company's 100th birthday. It took the hides of 80 cows and is over 20 feet tall. Forget wearing it - you could put a basketball team inside!
As well as the boot, there is a complete show store and the Red Wing Shoes museum that is well worth your time. I found it interesting and yes, the boots that are for sale are rather expensive. Extremely high quality and high quality isn't cheap.
Bruce K. — Google review
Do people work here lol? I think I saw one employee. We wanted to buy some boots but ended up leaving. I know everywhere is low on employees but usually there's a sign stating that or something.
Love the big boot and the nice little museum upstairs though. I wish the Wall of Honor screen was working. Would have loved to hear the stories of the men up there.
Katie A — Google review
Bought my boots but insoles went very bad on 3 weeks. I had to visit you guys again for scan my feet and get the perfect insoles for me. Thanks for amazing service.
Saul RG — Google review
Stopped by today after visiting one of the Red Wing Shoe factories for a tour! Really enjoyed seeing the giant boot and came home with a super cute pair of pink boots from the downstairs outlet. Thank you to my sales associate Herman who was the best and helped me pick the right size and boot care products to make sure I keep them in wonderful shape for the years to come.
Minette Saulog — Google review
Always wanted to go there and travelled all the way from U.K. to visit this store. Huge varieties and the store is very spacious. Other nostalgia like banners and socks and gloves can be found here including apparels. Downstairs in the basement is where you really get good deals, nearly all boots which you find in your local red wing shop you can find here, not all but a lot of them and various sizes. Was dealt by a lovely lady at the counter who was shocked that I came all the way from England. 1st floor/2nd floor(US) is where the museum is which tells you where it all started and who owns the company and what were the shoes originally used for. Overall great visit.
Vikram Singh — Google review
Red Wing Shoes are living off their name. These boots are 7 months old and already falling apart. This culture of cutting corners and charging consumers premium prices will come back to bite you someday. After 27 years I'm done with Red Wing Shoes.
Modern rooms in a Caribbean-themed casino resort with a golf course, bowling alley & indoor pool.
Top notch service as always! Very friendly and helpful staff! Our kids had such a great time at the kids quest that even after 2 hours they really didn't want to leave! Was sad to see the beverage stations gone, but relived to find out complimentary pop was still offered at the bar. Also noticed employees walking around taking drink requests. I think these were smart ideas. We had a great time on the machines! Wish we could've stayed longer :) can't wait to return! We did miss the buffet, but I thought I saw it was opening again soon?
Joanna Mayer — Google review
I don't think we will ever go back here. The only thing that is decent is the bowling alley.
We went there to the casino on a mini road trip. Decided to try our luck. We get there, no parking, no events going on, valet is full. Etc. After we do finally find a spot after waiting, we find that almost every machine is full to the max. Decided to try and find a drink station. The drink stations are now machines that you have to pay for, they are no longer free and self serve. . We lost money in the machine because it did not dispense our drinks.
For the machines for themselves gave nothing. Did not get one bonus screen, cashed out 4 cent winnings. Pretty tight in a area full of people that need to make money.
We go to Grand Casino and their Casino is up to par. Bonus screens, you can sit there for hours and still break even at least. It's fun, clean and the service is much better.
F. R. — Google review
Went for a concert. Their event center does not have a bad seat in the house! It's a Great venue :-) we stayed in the Buffalo Tower and it was pretty good. We got food from Currents and Trade winds. Both were good. Our server at currents told us that they were very short staffed. We did have a bit of a wait but she was very pleasant. Overall good experience
Nick Gilles — Google review
Mark who drives the electric car around and picks people up and drives them back to the car was the absolute best driver and guy you could have doing a job like that he was extremely entertaining and had the most welcoming attitude and smile he made our group feel as if we were getting the VIP experience we are not big gamblers but we will definitely be back again and hopefully mark is working he made our trip a blast. Also the guy that works at the bowling alley section was super cool and helpful to us as well we are planning another visit based on the way he treated us while we visited.
D Hampton — Google review
Treasure Island (T.I.) is always fun to go to. It is children friendly with its bowling, arcade, and swimming. I give the rooms a 4 only because last time I was there some rooms are updated and others are old. If T.I. has updated all their rooms then I give 5 starts. Depending on who I have interacted with I usually get great service, but there's always a chance I get the person in a mood. The location is a little far from the Twin Cities area and you have to take city roads to get there.
I prefer mystic lake because it seems the slots are looser there, but I have won at T.I. just not as much as Mystic Lake. I would recommend going there if you're in the area.
dollface187 — Google review
Check-in staff friendly and accommodating even with a long line. Worked effectively and all appeared friendly. We were in the Wolf Tower and had a great room. Modern, spacious, comfortable bed, lots of pillows, chair, bench, refrigerator, safe, nice bathroom/shower. Used the pool area, adults only area, hot tub, swim up bar and outside area. Friendly and attentive bartenders. Casino is smoke free and has usual variety. Live music was nice. They now have vending machines everywhere so not sure if you can still get free pop, watet, coffee like you used to. The one place they consistently fall short is food options. Very limited options, slow service and just all around disappointing. Otherwise good overall trip
Chris Schmitt — Google review
I was really pleased with this property especially after reading all the bad reviews. This casino is worthy of any Vegas hotel! The staff was super friendly, the rooms (we stayed in the new addition) were very nice, everything was very upscale. Tons of slots! Lots to do! Prices are reasonable $5.00 for a Miller Lite. We will definitely be back.
Jeffrey Storer — Google review
The hotel room was in the Buffalo tower. It is quite dated. There were no outlets near the bedside table to hook up phone charge. The only ones we could find were across the room or on the bathroom! The water after the shower would not completely shut off. We were thankful for the shuttle and the driver was very nice! We ate in one of the restaurants and it was OK. It's on a Saturday night so things were backed up. We had fun playing black jack!
joanne zupanc — Google review
Worst casino ever. They have become extra greedy over the past 6 months. Nothing but lying and cheating and stealing our hard earned money.
This place takes your money offering very little in return. Not even a little fun while you lose! Every machine every time is nothing more than dead spins and empty bonuses on repeat!
Not too long ago, Treasure Island was actually an okay place to gamble, we actually prefered it over other casinos in Minnesota and Wisconsin, but not anymore.
We keep coming back hoping this time will be different and better, but unfortunately every visit ends up being worse than the one before!
They have replaced fun and fair gaming with stealing and cheating fueled by their overwhelming level of pure greed.
Because of this they are quickly losing their once loyal customer base.
From 12.15.2023 thru 4.8.2024 we (husband and I) have lost approximately $22,000 (see some of the detailed examples below)
They are intentionally stealing from me and the hundreds of others that walk through their doors on a daily basis.
Seriously people we all need to STOP GAMBLING AT TREASURE ISLAND!
If we don’t come, they have no one to steal from and if they can’t steal from us, they will be the ones losing.
Maybe when they are the ones losing they will finally realize that greed is bad for business
Best of luck to you all
Izzy — Google review
My god they had games I've never seen before. The food was especially good and the people there truly want your time to be enjoyable. Kids quest was fun for my kid. She had a wonderful time said the Mac and cheese was delicious. Parking was easy and not complicated. You have to smoke outside but it was well worth the trip. Bingo slots resort kids quest or babysitters table games and a really nice hotel. Thier promotions were way better than other places I been to and guest services was not only helpful but all around good people. Our time was relaxing and fun I will be coming back to treasure island resort and casino!!!
T J — Google review
The hotel was nice, good band was playing and most of the staff was really nice. Was at the arcade and the server went down and they wouldn't refund my money or the other three people I was with so just wasted $40, told me that the money stays on the card for ever but I don’t live close at all and didn’t want to come back in general. The lady at the arcade was kind of rude towards us when I asked if she could help us.
Rose Suess — Google review
For me, it's a relatively close by casino. But by and large, it contains a plethora of cheaply realized slot machines, that aren't cheap to bet on... While it makes for a way to burn a few hundred dollars and an afternoon, it's more of a beating than enjoyable. Payouts are small and infrequent. Not enough to maintain interest or actually have fun...
And, it's quite common to see two identical machines with completely different minimum bets available. One id played was 30 cents. It's 100% identical twin say next to it, but its minimum better was 45 cents.
It's clean... And usually quite busy... But the shine the place used to have, seems gone - replaced instead with the unvarnished greed of money making.
Greg Gielda — Google review
Went there for concert. Didn't stay in a room so I couldn't give it a rating. Parking was fine but leaving was horrible. Took almost an hour to leave the area and this was two hours after the concert. The casino is great. Lots of table games and slots. Poker room has 7 tables and played 3-6 kill and 2-100 spread with no cap. I enjoyed the room. Only downside was couple dealers seemed to be beginners and no fountains for drinks for pop/coffee. Had to ask waitress or bar.
Daniel Hopson (Hoppy75) — Google review
We used to come here regularly years ago and go to the seafood night at the buffet. Now that it finally reopened after the pandemic, we were really looking forward to coming back. Unfortunately the new reservation/waitlist system is a borderline scam likely designed to get walk ins to gamble for hours on the off chance of getting in. We had this happen to our group and ended up leaving without getting in to the buffet. The best part is the casino wasn’t nearly as busy as it used to be and from talking to the staff it sounds like a good portion of the reservations are no shows and there are tons of empty tables. Definitely won’t be back.
Ryan Hagge — Google review
This is a very nice hotel and casino near Redwing, MN. They have a large gaming area, I honestly find the layout a bit confusing after several visits. They have a wide variety of modern slots, classic penny slots, a large table gaming area, as well as a bingo annex. The casino is non-smoking however there is a nice large smoking area with its own bar, so you could easily be in there the whole time. One of the biggest drawbacks in my opinion is the lack of free refreshments. There are Pepsi machines all over where you can purchase a $3 bottle and there are bars stocked with various alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages. There is a buffet and several eating establishments right off the gaming floor but honestly I don't know anything about any of that. If you're new, as I recently was, it would probably help to have a friend go with who knows the ropes. Their new member promotion included a spin on a wheel if you could accumulate 10 points. I was surprised to find out it cost several dollars for each point. It ends up costing like 11 dollars and then I only won $8 free play on the wheel. Having pointed out the opportunities, I have gone 4 times and won $100, lost $10, and came up even twice. Staff has been friendly except for one unusual experience with a somewhat hostile bartender - apparently standing at the bar and ordering a drink might be a trigger for some, you're supposed to order from the little corral bars thing. Overall a good casino, I will definitely go back.
Michael Walgren — Google review
some of the employees were quite rude, They have a lot of stupid rules. If you get one of their scooters you cannot have any alcohol. they only allow only drink at a time. So you have to completely finish one before they'll give you another.
The rooms are very nice and I love the pool area. I don't like that. The pool doesn't open till four in the afternoon and closes at ten. They do have good promotions.
KAREN SWANSON — Google review
Nice, smaller casino. Has a lot to offer. Bowling, pool, spa, buffet, golf, and entertainment. When you get the players card, you receive some great promotions. Also, come on your birthday month and receive more promotions like $1 off every year you were born from your hotel room. They have tables, slots, and more. It is a destination to go to, even if you don't even like to gamble. The only thing is that some of the older hotel towers need to be upgraded. They have some great acts that come. The staff is really friendly.
Adam Saltmarsh — Google review
Recently stayed here overnight with some friends. The hotel rooms are fine but a little dated. I do know they've been updating and some of the sections of the hotel have newer rooms that are very nice. They have a massive parking lot but a shuttle found us and drove us and our stuff to the front door which was very nice.
I enjoy playing roulette but this was located in the smoking section which is fine but after awhile it was a little much.
Overall I had a great time and will return.
Courtney L — Google review
I really like staying here! I've stayed twice now, once for a work party and once for a wedding. Very clean and nice rooms. A little pricier. The casino was very clean and had lots of options. The swim up bar was amazing! Love that! Would stay again for sure!
Elizabeth Kolarik — Google review
Fun time. Room was a little disappointing, paid for the upgraded room but still no microwave in room. Door to bathroom was strange but overall fun evening. The bartenders and service professionals were all great, very friendly ans helpful. Will definitely be back!
Wendy Priolo — Google review
We didn't stay overnight this trip but haven't had any negative issues with rooms in the past, so I gave 5* for rooms. Service is still pretty spotty, but the buffet has opened for certain days. It was open for Easter brunch, and it's open for Mother's Day. Hopefully more times soon. Finding a drink person walking the floor is near impossible, and they don't have any self-service stations open yet. Getting a drink at the bar is near impossible also because the line is always long and usually just 2 bartenders are working. They need to have a water/soda only line available. That would be super. Lots of workers are still seen wiping down machines and chairs. I always thank these workers. Smoking by the entrances is just terrible. They are too close to the doors, and you have to walk through a cloud of smoke. Smoke if that's your thing, but for non-smokers, this is just awful. They need to be farther away from the doors if they're smoking.
Patti Baldwin — Google review
My review. Hotel room nice. Should have complimentary bottle water in rooms. Buffalo tower. Vending should have free water . I don't drink Aquafina. Free spring water only. Coke products not Pepsi.
Pepsi awful.
Hawaii 4 ever — Google review
The rooms were probably the nicest ice ever stayed in that we didn't pay extra for. Large with high ceilings and nice bathroom. The shower was amazing. It was actually large with glass shower doors. No cheap flimsy curtain that always gets in the way. Adjustable shower head and hand held wand that actually works and has great water pressure. My only complaint is the lack of cover space in the bathroom. Bed was nice, albeit a little hard. But that's a personal preference. Good size fridge and a safe round out the amenities. The food was very good, and the service was good for the most part. We ate in the currents restaurant one evening and it was way too loud. No sound deadening items other than the seats you sat in. One almost had to yell in order to talk to the person next to you. Not an exaggeration. The waitress we had that night was horrific. She joked about things she shouldn't have, never checked on us, and forgot things we asked for. I would not eat there again. We did not try any of the other restaurants, hopefully they are better. The casino portion is easy to get lost in. The casino staff was very helpful and polite. The gift shop could use a few more items, especially men's clothing. Parking is plentiful, although an extra shuttle or two wouldn't hurt so one doesn't have to wait so long, or walk a mile. The carts to help get your luggage to your room or back to your car are also few and far between. You need to be quick in order to get one. Overall it was a good experience and I would stay here again. The live entertainment was awesome with the Rockin' Hollywood's, and the MOTM car show was extremely cool with a parking lot full of Mustang's. From the classics, to the newest ones you could buy.
Bar D Stables — Google review
Went for a rock concert. Not at the ampitheater but the event center. Will not be back for a concert. A comedy show or other type of show I would definitely come for, but not a concert.
Moderate sized casino. Lots of slots new and old. Someone won $26k on a slot when we were there! I'd come back to play also.
Jessica Husted — Google review
We were in the Buffalo tower and our room was well used. I did not feel the cost of the room, equalled the value. I heard from other guests, that their room was better. Current Restaurant was awsome and for us the best value.. it seemed that we had to wait on lines for everything. Not too many guest, just not enough staff like most places. But the staff we did interact with was friendly, helpful and awesome.
Jeff Omans — Google review
We had a great time. Just a quick one night visit to the Casino. Really loved the non-smoking gaming areas. All the employees were very nice and helpful.
Joseph Marra — Google review
Had a great stay in a room in the newest of their towers. Neat and clean. Busy weekend there and didn't really experience any issues. Only thing that could have been better was the bar service. Little short on staff for the number of people in for the evening.
Martin Skiba — Google review
***NEW YEARS WEEKEND***
When reservation was made, a refrigerator was requested and upon check-in and arriving at room, it was awaiting by the door in hallway outside my room.
Shuttle was convenient and fast. We were able to ask front belt hop to page shuttle for instant ride to car out in overflow.
VIP event for New Year's Eve with the Midtown Men for show with dinner was spectacular. Great 60's theme and music to be enjoyed.
Kristie Bryant — Google review
I'm not a typical patron - we stayed one night, came to see a show in the Parlay Lounge, no gambling. Not sure if there was a big event there that day, but there were tons of people and lines. Had a room in the Wolf Tower. There were no available luggage carts at check in time. The room was clean and we had plenty of space but it was overpriced at nearly 400.00 and no room service or literature in the room for food/things to do. The mattress was a bit crunchy. Went to see a rock show, there is a nice stage setup at Parlay Lounge was great and the sound engineer did a fantastic job w/lights & sound. There is no table service and the bar staff were extremely overworked and lines were long.
Laurel F — Google review
Recently returned from. There. The room in wolf tower was beautiful. The fact that there is no cleaning service for multiple night stY is horrible policy. The casino was okay. Loved the fact there is no smoking. However the machines were so tight. Not sure I will return
Sleek quarters in a plush hotel offering an indoor pool, a golf course, dining & a casino.
All the staff that I encountered were friendly and very helpful! Loved the smoke-free gaming area. I'm not much of a gambler, but have avoided casinos over the years due to the smoke. Glad they made a separate area for smokers. Took in a show at the Mystic Showroom and stayed one night in a Promenade Tower room which was modern, clean, and spacious. Great experience overall!
Mark R. Wojahn — Google review
The rooms are nice.
The view is great.
The casino floor staff are amazing.
The staff and food at the Asia fusion are 5 star (seriously great!)
Staff at front desk were not very receptive to me as a customer. I was felt like I wasn't appreciated as a guest and they even gave me a faulty room key that the front desk mentioned wasn't working for her before she gave it to me.
The next day the pool was closed - not signs, notice or information was given to guests.
When I called the front desk the employee was curt and uninformative to the situation and then had claimed "everyone is pretty much well informed". Except me... Apparently.
Poor service from hotel staff.
If you're not a VIP or when they answer the phone without their name, YOU will get lower grade service.
A-Dubb Morales — Google review
Always enjoy coming here! When I was gambling I was hitting bonus after bonus...a great time. The room was so nice...king size with 2 armed chairs with a nice desk too. Only thing I was surprised to notice was no microwave. But we never needed it. We did have a small refrigerator and iron/board. Dinner was great....like I said....it's always a joy yo come here. So many slot machines....loved it! We are going back again in a couple months. Take time to dine- in. Spend more than just one night...
Gurdeep Kumar — Google review
The slots were pretty tight both nights we went but we had a blast finding favorite slot machines we hadn't seen lately, ones we used to love way back, and new, exciting games. We never even got to see everything. The lights bring excitement and a burst of energy. The entire place was really nice and interesting. We didn't make it to restaurants on time but did enjoy pizza and sesame chicken on the promenade. Service was always quick and Friendly.They even have "slot dog" carts walking around the floor selling. I did feel the drinks were a bit steep but appreciated the free coffee or soda areas scattered around. We had only planned on going one night but there was so much yet to see that we went back the next night.
Sherry Westbury — Google review
Best Casino in the area!!
Anytime we go to Mystic Lake, we have a great time. New Years is an absolute blast. Love seeing Good for Gary perform. Cosmic Bingo on Friday & Saturday nights is a lot of fun.
As someone who's sensitive to the smell of smoke, I greatly appreciate that it's smoking free. It makes going a lot more enjoyable and keeps me coming back. Everywhere is extremely clean.
Soda machines are difficult to locate, so I would appreciate more obvious signage or even arrows that point to where to go. It's really easy to get turned around when walking around Mystic on the casino floor.
Overall, I would highly recommend going here!!
Brittaney McCarthy — Google review
Great place lots of fun been here a few times lost some won some. They JUST put a virtual style craps table here and it was awesome! I did lose but it was fun! Don’t bet on the pass line, seriously. Great place to check and see!
Legend Legend — Google review
Great room got a large suite and wasn't let down with living room, dining area, and small bar with extra seating. Their steak house was 🔥... suggest the aged steaks but my friend had the duck dish that was also excellent 👍. An abundance of Blackjack tables and slots to choose from. This place had the most blackjack tables open aside from grand casino Hinkley 🎰. Down side was I was told we could be in our room no later than 4pm when I made the reservations and when we got there we didn't get into our room until around 7pm so no showers for our 7pm dinner reservations. We had to pay for our roll outs even tho we paid for one of the most expensive rooms... 😒 🙄 other casinos we have been to comp the roll outs for renting their suites also the most expensive roll outs of any casino I've been to. Other than minor inconveniences the stay was great and the casino play was excellent.
Shipoopi Games — Google review
Always enjoy coming here! When I was gambling I was hitting bonus after bonus...a great time. The room was so nice...king size with 2 armed chairs with a nice desk too. Only thing I was surprised to notice was no microwave. But we never needed it. We did have a small refrigerator and iron/board. Dinner was great....like I said....it's always a joy yo come here. So many slot machines....loved it! We are going back again in a couple months. Take time to dine- in. Spend more than just one night...
G. Lemo — Google review
This place is a con! They all of a sudden put their progressives up once the gaming commission comes in and warns them. But still don't have to pay out. I love how they gloat about being the #1 casino in profit haha of course they are. They take everything from people. They rob you cause they know they can. Open casinos for anyone to open. Give them competition. They should not have exclusive rights!!
ziggy fried — Google review
Went to both Mystic Lake casino and Little Six. Spent most of the time at Little Six. The casino staff in the past have recommended Little Six Casino that is supposed to be better for winning. That is a total joke! Both Mystic Lake and Little Six are very bad. I am surprised they are still allowed to be in business. The service was terrible also. No longer saw workers coming around asking if people wanted soda to drink. Had to go find it ourselves. The place is very dark for the lighting as well. Do not recommend and do not plan on going there again in the future and will not recommend to family and friends. At the restaurant at Little Six, they give a glass full of ice with very little fountain soda in it. Terrible.
Scott Rudy — Google review
We've been to Mystic Lake many times, and I'm happy to say their pillows have gotten better. It used to be abysmally soft, but now it seems they've gotten better pillows.
The rooms are nice, clean and spacious. It's also updated for all the snooty people put there lol there's a coffee machine and a fridge but we didn't use either.
I like that only guests with key cards can come to the hotel part of the place. It's somewhat safer, although one can still game that system. I also like that there are people who are stationed to watch over the hotel elevators.
When or are they ever bringing back the buffet? I loved that buffet! For this trip, we were here very late-- past midnight and so for food, we went to The Promenade where you can get pizza or fries or burger or noodles for a late-night grub. The beverages are expensive so I say just find the free beverage dispenser and get drinks from there.
Cosmic Bingo is back, for all of us not really into gambling. But otherwise, the casino floor looks pretty cool, very much like a small Vegas casino with all the bright lights and cool bars everywhere.
Kerrie Cook — Google review
The rooms are OK. They have been remodeled, but for the price, they should be giving you money to gamble with. Service is lackluster at best. To be honest, service at the hotel is more of a challenge than an amenity. For those who are new here, don't be a minute late checking out or you will be charged a $30 fee! For the money spent here, patrons should be catered to, not rushed out, ignored, and argued with. Literally every other Casino/Hotel I have visited and stayed at runs circles around this one in every conceivable way.
Christopher Haakenstad — Google review
Overall cleanliness of the hotel was disappointing.
At check in we found toe nail clippings on the night stand and floor. We asked housekeeping to clean this for us. They came to vacuum and did not clean off the night stand. We were not in the room when they completed the cleaning. The bedding was dirty and stained.
We booked a golf course view and did not get a room with the view. We were told after check in that rooms were not guaranteed. The booking site should specify this.
Overall, disappointed with our stay. Would advise others to look elsewhere or have low expectations.
liza decora — Google review
First time going to this casino/ hotel. The hotel room was super nice, the atmosphere is fun, there is plenty to do here. I had an amazing time! My only complain is that, the bartenders at the bar closes to the hotel check in was very rude. She was not friendly at all when I asked if they had a drink menu and was rude about taking my order. Other than that, I can't wait to go back!
Mrdog — Google review
I know a lot of people here loved to smoke while playing their luck, and I respect that this was your place to do that, I but guess due to covid there are designated smoking areas now which might mean people have to go outside or walk over to a smoking area. So now if you don't smoke and want to go to the casino you don't go home smelling like cigarettes which is nice. The self serve coffee and fountain drinks area is still accessible. Not sure if any of the restaurant areas are open but I did see a staff member with a hot dog cart for 2$ a hot dog.
Neyra Villegas — Google review
We went up for the Price is Right event. Had a blast. Hotel super clean and well run. Casino was very nice. I hit 2 jackpots while there for 4 nights. I never win so was more than happy. The show was packed but run very smoothly. No bad seat in the house.
Shelly Nissen — Google review
Read google reviews before you drive here and search for bad ones. If you see any stay away! The good ones are absolute bologna. This place has a totally depressing atmosphere. So many unhappy faces ALWAYS in here. Nobody is winning big. Slots are so tight and vicious do not ever come here. We have lost the last 15 trips+ All of these positive comments are rubbish. Stay away and read google reviews before you drive here. If you see any recent bad ones you know to stay away and go somewhere else! Seriously beware! I hope your numbers suck and your paychecks are getting smaller mystic Lake.
Deb — Google review
First time in the auditorium and it is a fantastic venue. All the seats are great , even the back row, and comfortable. Sound system was excellent. Would love to see another show there!
Nancy Dobbratz — Google review
I've been going to bingo there for 3 weeks since I get laid off for winter. The same guy wins at least 9 times every day. It takes all the fun out of it. He spends $1200 on his bingo machine because its unlimited. It's very disappointing to all of us normal players. He sits in the corner has red hair and glasses, if you see him there don't bother playing because you won't win. Today only 7 people besides him won, he took in $1700. I recommend trying a different bingo hall. I've talked to the management 3 times they said there's no help for us. I think he works for Mystic, and they get some of the money back. If you don't believe me just show up on a weekday afternoon session. He doesn't play on weekends so your luck might be better. Very disappointing 😞
Don Mar — Google review
The people and the services were great. Was there for a business convention.
Minnesota does things differently. But my favorite part was the s3x of the beach with cream, like who would have guessed the combo is so delicious - thank you to the bartenders have 1 too many.
Will definitely be back.
Ong Xiong — Google review
Enjoyed a 3 night stay for a birthday celebration. We got upgraded to a king suite and it was an amazing room. Staff is outstanding. Minus the cleaning staff she seemed bothered that we asked for clean towels.(room is not cleaned daily.) Main casino can be overwhelming with so many machines and people. Some people we found rude. Little Six casino right next door is much smaller. We ate dinner there and the food and waitstaff was fantastic. We were told to eat there vs the very expensive steak house in main casino. We were not disappointed. Also valet is free just tip. We will definitely stay again.
Jennifer — Google review
First time visiting this casino and I love it. Feels like you have a fair chance of winning. Girlfriend and I played for hours of slots then hit the steakhouse which was nice cause we were celebrating valentines day late! Food was fantastic service 10/10 definitely coming back!
Young Sol — Google review
Great stay, very nice rooms. I was very impressed with how clean and neat the whole complex was. Truly top of the line casino for Minnesota.
Attended a conference and can say the same great things about the conference center as well.
Joseph Meierhoff — Google review
Awful welcome from Valet. The items from the bell stand cart rolled off when the bell women unloaded it and I asked if she had touched the food that had fallen out of box. I was told I was rude by one big bald valet staff person that was standing there and when I tried to explain I didn’t mean to be rude but I couldn’t see from where I was standing, I touched the valet guy’s sweatshirt elbow briefly w the tip of my finger to build rapport instead he yelled at me three times over that “you do not touch people in public! Do you understand?” I apologized.
The dinner at The Steakhouse was okay. Meal was good server didn’t offer specials.
The suite was okay, mostly clean although the drawers and cabinets were nailed shut. The nightstands had small drawers so I cleaned them out before I could use them.
The gambling was awful. Such tight payoffs no real bonus spins.
For my birthday next year I will definitely not be spending time here, possibly not ever again because there is nothing to draw us back.
Leech Lake Steve — Google review
Parking sucks big time nobody Should have to walk that Far from their car to get into the casino. And the amount of time you spend looking for a spot is unbelievable. By the time I was done finding the spot, I was already ready to go.
amberly samuelson — Google review
Hotels usually make you put a $50 deposit down on your room with a credit card and it takes an extremely long time to get it back! Hotel always says that it's my bank that's holding it up but the only other person I've stayed at this hotel with doesn't share the same bank as I do and he also has complained about how long the time-frame is for getting your $50 back on your card or back into your checking account.
Melissa McGrane — Google review
We were here for a company party and it was a wonderful experience! The event center is beautiful and has lots of room. If you're staying at the hotel, it's a faily long jaunt to the event center, so wear comfy shoes, otherwise it was a fantastic experience! The staff and bartenders at the event we went to were out of this world great! I'm not sure they were fully prepared for the group we were with, but the bar tenders did such an awesome job rolling with the punches and were super friendly too!
In the hotel room there were nice littler perks which I liked. They have extra towels already in the room too!
As far as the casino, I wish they still had some of the older games. Maybe an idea to have a retro room or something with only older games like Munsters and Mr. Lucky's fortune, etc. We did find a few interesting games, and we actually got to play for a while which was nice. Other casinos take your money right away which doesn't make it fun.
Would I go here again? Absolutely! The hotel was great, the valet was wonderful, the staff were nice and accommodating, the event center was perfect and you for sure feel welcome coming here.
Monika Oel — Google review
It’s our first time here and my daughter and I had so much fun playing slots. I guess we were just lucky that day to keep finding slot machines that gave bonuses. We didn’t win a lot but it was the fun that mattered. I like the beverage area (soda and coffee) where you don’t have to wait for the server. You can just get it yourself. There was also a “slot dog. ” It’s a cart with hotdog sandwiches that goes around the casino. I don’t know if they were free. Food at the restaurant and food court was good. It has a lounge in the middle of the casino with comfortable chairs. The bathrooms are very clean! Excellent customer service! I can’t comment on the hotel since we didn’t stay there overnight.
Connie D — Google review
Went here for the GREATEST concert I have ever been to! I took my whole family to the 4th of July concert last year with the Gin Blossoms and Lit. The music was awesome, and the atmosphere was electric. We all had a blast celebrating the birthday of our great union, and there were even fireworks after the concert. Both bands played all their hits and did it in style and even did a song as one band! My sons got to meet some of the guys from the Gin Blossoms and took some pics and autographs! After the events of the night, we went into the casino and tried our hands at the slots, then went home. All around, the night was a huge win and success. Thank you, Mystic Lake Casino, for having us!
Roy Solis — Google review
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2400 Mystic Lake Blvd NW, Prior Lake, MN 55372, USA