Gay Bloomington

Located in Hennepin County, Bloomington is the fourth largest city in the state of Minnesota and a suburb of Minneapolis. Its most popular attraction is the Mall of America, the largest shopping mall and entertainment complex in the country. With over 500 shops, an aquarium, an indoor theme park, movie theaters, and restaurants, the Mall of America has become one of the most visited tourist attractions in the world.

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Best Time to Visit Bloomington

Top Things to See and Do in Bloomington

MUST DO: Attractions & Activities

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Come as You Are! is a visual art exhibition run by The City of Bloomington’s Human Rights Commission in partnership with Artistry, Twin Cities Pride, and other community partners. The exhibition also highlights the achievements of the Twin Cities Pride Festival and the artistic talents of Minnesota’s LGBTQ+ community.

Best Time to Visit Bloomington

If you are planning to visit the Mall of America and other indoor attractions, any time of the year is a good time to visit Bloomington. If you are planning to do outdoor activities, the best time to come to Bloomington is from June to September.

Top Things to See and Do in Bloomington

1) Normandale Japanese Garden

normandale japanese garden
Photo Credit: Mary Schier

2) Nickelodeon Universe

nickelodeon universe
Photo Credit: Visit the USA

3) Mill City Museum

4) Minneapolis Institute of Arts

minneapolis institute of arts

5) Great Wolf Water Park

great wolf water park
Photo Credit: MSP Magazine

6) Flyover America

7) Como Zoo and Conservatory

como zoo conservatory

8) Amazing Mirror Maze

mirror maze

9) Guthrie Theater

guthrie theater

10) Minnehaha Falls Park

minnehaha falls
Photo Credit: Dan Thornberg 

MUST DO Bloomington Attractions & Activities

Spend at least one day at Mall of America. Go shopping, enjoy fun activities at Nickelodeon Universe, and watch sharks, sea turtles, stingrays, and more at SEA LIFE.

There’s also an array of outdoor activities to do in Bloomington. Go hiking, biking, and bird watching at the Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge. During the winter, you can go downhill skiing and snowboarding at Hyland Hills.

hyland hills

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