Popular Gardens in Maple Grove

"Stroll outside to the adjacent Minneapolis Sculpture Garden to see perhaps the most-photographed feature in the city, Claes Oldenburg and Coosje van Bruggen’s “Spoonbridge and Cherry.” Or head to the bustling Nicollet Mall to browse the shops or enjoy a cocktail al fresco before dinner at Butcher and the Boar (a James Beard semi-finalist) for exquisite house-cured meats and homemade pickles. If you don’t have reservations, don’t worry. The outside beer garden serves less casual fare with the same amazing ingredients."

"The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden displays sculptures of the Walker Art Center in a lovely 19-acre urban green space. One of the most famous pieces is Claes Oldenburg's Spoonbridge and Cherry. In addition to the sculptures, this popular tourist attraction is also home to the Cowles Pavilion & Regis Promenade and the Alene Grossman Memorial Arbor and Flower Garden with seasonal displays."

"This 19-acre green space, studded with contemporary works such as the oft-photographed Spoonbridge & Cherry by Claes Oldenburg, sits beside the Walker Art Center. The Cowles Conservatory, abloom with exotic... Top ChoiceMuseum in Minneapolis"

"What better way to spend a day with your loved one than by visiting a garden full of over 3000 roses of over 250 varieties on display?. This rose garden is the second oldest public rose garden in the United States and it sits on 1.5 acres (0.6 hectares) near the North-east corner of Lake Harriet. Enjoy the colorful blooming flowers and breathe in the floral scents that will leave you feeling rejuvenated as you walk hand in hand."

"Take in the views from Skyline Drive and experience Enger Park and Gardens and the Rose Garden. Tour Glensheen Historic Estate, a historic mansion on 22 acres along the shores of Lake Superior. Have lunch on your own in Canal Park. Stroll the Lakewalk, shop the specialty stores, or just relax and watch the cargo ships entering the harbor."

"Rich and creamy scoops with adult-friendly flavors that sometimes contain booze, Sonny’s is an ideal stop for a first date night on warm evenings. Only open Friday through Sunday in spring, the shop does stay open late into the evening. In summer the ice cream is available every day."

"S, MinneapolisThe scoop: Personally, I still need to get here. Anyone want to come with?. Serving gourmet flavors of ice cream, gelato & sorbet – Sonny’s claim to fame is whipping up over 1,000 different flavors throughout the year."

"Since 1960, Sonny’s has served up elevated ice cream off Lyndale Ave. It makes more than a thousand (fancy) flavors throughout the year. PICK: Organic strawberry basil with aged balsamic vinegar."

"The kids probably won’t let you meditate, but what else is new?. You still might find some balance among the tranquil paths, pond, bridges and waterfall. The best times to visit the park with kids are in the spring for the cherry blossoms or in the fall for the annual Japanese Garden Festival."

"Any round up of free things to do in Bloomington MN should include Normandale Community College’s Japanese Garden. The garden is a two-acre oasis. It has bridges, streams and waterfalls."

"The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary is a 15-acre garden and sanctuary for birds that is home to more than 500 plants and 130 bird species, and spectacular seasonal displays of native wildflowers in a wetland, prairie, and woodland areas. Tucked away in the corner of the garden is the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter, which features natural history displays and interpretive displays that showcase the garden’s fauna and flora. The gardens are also home to lovely picnic spots, benches, and wheelchair accessible walking paths, and visitors can enjoy guided or self-guided tours of the park."

"The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary is a gorgeous 15-acre plot that features more than 130 species of birds, breathtaking trails, and 500 plant species."

"On the northeastern shores of the massive Lake Harriet sits Lyndale Park, one of the best parks in Minneapolis in one of the most upscale neighborhoods. Spread across 61 acres, Lyndale Park has four different gardens, each with its own vibe: the Peace Garden, the Rose Garden, the Perennial Garden, and the Perennial Trial Garden. Lyndale also has the Thomas Sadler Roberts Bird Sanctuary."

"The Lyndale Park Rose Garden is the second largest rose garden in the entire United States of America. It features 100 species of plants that provide the perfect picturesque backdrop."

"Pedro Park is a beautiful park to stroll around and visit at the corner of the streets 10th St. E and Robert St. N. It is also located in a lively and developing section of Saint Paul’s downtown. Formerly the park is the site of Pedro Luggage Center, and the influential Pedro family gave the land to the City of Saint Paul. Pedro Park is a 45-acre site that became the home to a variety of lovely flower meadows."

"We first visited this taproom in its early days, when their primary marketing efforts were Groupon sales hoping to coax people into a tiny, difficult to find warehouse location. Today, 56 Brewing has expended into a beautiful taproom in Minneapolis’s trendy Northeast neighborhood, and they’ve even started canning some of their most popular varieties!"

"56 Brewing is a quiet, relatively unknown spot in Northeast Minneapolis. Personally speaking, I think it’s underrated and is a must-go-to spot. They have a great summer location with a garden and an awesome front patio to bask in the sun."

"With a core lineup of bold and seasonal craft beers and a focus on fresh, regional additions, this pet-friendly brewery offers plenty of goodies for both you and Fido. Reducing our carbon pawprint at Modist!. | CJ Harrison Brewing Co."

"Kicking off with a cool and casual place that is always serving a wide variety of cold beers. Lake Monster Brewing in St. Paul is a place to kick back, enjoy the large outdoor space, and grab some grub from the food trucks. During the winter months, you could sit near a fire pit or one of the heat lamps, but thankfully, it’s even more enjoyable when temps are warm and the sun is shining."

"Just off Interstate 94, this former railyard building gives a history that stretches way beyond when Matt Lange brewed his first batches of Lake Monster. After contract brewing to start, Lake Monster opened in late 2015, adding stouts, a sour brown, and a dedicated nitro line to pair with the familiar Calhoun Claw pilsener and Empty Rowboat IPA."

"Their cans are creatively designed and their beers are just as unique. The Lake Monster taproom provides year-round beer stables like the True Story pale ale, and seasonal favorites that match with the weather. We like Lake Monster because they make classic beers with a twist."

"If you’re looking for that classic microbrewery patio vibe, Bad Weather is definitely your best bet in St. Paul. With the giant garage doors open, this hugely popular patio space flows from the taproom into the parking lot. There, you’ll find massive picnic tables, garden games, and hangout spaces."

"After three years in business, Bad Weather opened its taproom in St. Paul last fall and quickly expanded the beer profile in fun, new directions. The flagships are to style with a twist. The taproom only beers are often creative; featuring new hops, Earl Grey tea, and more."

"It’s next to Waldmann, which is one of my favorite breweries in St. Paul. So, if you are coming from out of town, you can get a two for the price of one. And they usually have a food truck so you can grab a snack in between!"

"From ancient sculptures to contemporary photography, the Minneapolis Institute of Art (Mia) inspires wonder with extraordinary exhibitions and one of the finest wide-ranging art collections in the country. From Monet to Matisse, Asian to African, 40,000-year-old artifacts to world-famous masterpieces, Mia links the past to the present and enables global conversations. The museum also offers free one-hour guided tours."

"The Minneapolis Institute of Art is an internationally recognized institution. From Greek sculpture to Warhol, silver vessels to van Gogh, we've got it all."

"The Soo Center (or SooVAC, as it’s known to locals) is a community arts centre in Minneapolis’ residential Lowry Hill East neighbourhood, complete with an outdoor library and an easy, friendly atmosphere. Most artists are local and work is often sculptural, incorporating found objects or scraps of detritus: Objects For Consideration, a recent exhibition, featured decorative objects from the studios of over 20 artists on a series of shelves. SooVAC is a storefront gallery, and its one large hall looks out directly onto the street, encouraging passersby to come in to browse and drawing large crowds on opening nights."

"Midway’s stark, white walls have exhibited some of the most challenging modern art of the past ten years. Its mission is to redefine what we think of as ‘art’, challenging artists to produce more experimental works. For them, the art is just one part of their work – they also fund educational programmes, host an art library and support emerging and underrepresented artists."