The friendly city of Minnetonka awaits you
The lake and surrounding scenery provide a peaceful ambiance to your vacation home in Minnetonka. This city is welcoming and scenic, recognized for its shopping, sporting events and bird watching. Mall of America and U.S. Bank Stadium are just a couple of the must-sees in the area. If you're looking for accommodations with space to entertain friends and family, Vrbo has plenty of options to choose from. Many rental homes offer full kitchens and laundry facilities, perfect for big groups.
Activities and attractions in and around Minnetonka
Are you hoping to discover attractions to see while you're in town? Venture out of your vacation home and experience everything that makes Minnetonka a fun spot to vacation. Here are some of the most popular attractions to put on your list, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Valleyfair Amusement Park (8.4 mi / 13.5 km)
- Hazeltine National Golf Club (8.5 mi / 13.7 km)
- Canterbury Park (9.3 mi / 15 km)
- Great Wolf Lodge Water Park (11.5 mi / 18.5 km)
- Venetian Indoor Waterpark (11.9 mi / 19.2 km)
- Lego Imagination Center (12 mi / 19.3 km)
Exploring the natural features in Minnetonka
Whether you're looking for exciting outdoor activities or just want to take in the scenery, Minnetonka is a great place to spend some time outside. These are a few of the area's noteworthy natural features, all within 30 miles (48.2 km) of the city center:
- Normandale Lake Park (7.4 mi / 11.9 km)
- Chain of Lakes (7.7 mi / 12.3 km)
- Bde Maka Ska (7.8 mi / 12.6 km)
- Centennial Lakes Park (7.8 mi / 12.6 km)
- Lake Harriet (8 mi / 12.9 km)
- Lake Minnetonka (8.2 mi / 13.1 km)
Transportation to and around Minnetonka
The nearest airport is in Minneapolis, MN (FCM-Flying Cloud), located 6.3 mi (10.1 km) from the city center. If you're unable to find a flight that fits your schedule, you could also fly into Minneapolis - St. Paul Intl. Airport (MSP), which is 12.9 mi (20.8 km) away.
Catch a ride on the metro at Opus Station for ease of access to the rest of the city.