All nature & natural history museums and attractions to visit in Minnesota

Minnesota (United States) has a lot to offer for people that like animals, plants and anything else related to nature and its history. Below we list all 16 nature and natural history museums that are located in Minnesota.

Is nature and the natural world something that interests you and are you looking for the best nature museums to visit in Minnesota? These are the ones:

  1. Como Park Zoo1

    Como Park Zoo

    St. Paul, MN
    The Como Park Zoo and Marjorie McNeely Conservatory are situated in the heart of Como Park, at 1225 Estabrook Drive, Saint Paul, Minnesota. This location is easily accessible and offers a variety of attractions for visitors of all ages. The park, zoo, and conservatory are owned by the City of Saint Paul and are a division of Saint Paul Parks and Recreation.
  2. Minnesota Zoo2

    Minnesota Zoo

    Apple Valley, MN
  3. Sea Life at Mall of America3

    Sea Life at Mall of America

    Bloomington, MN
    Sea Life at Mall of America, previously known as Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium, is a public aquarium situated in the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota, United States. This aquarium is home to a wide variety of aquatic creatures and offers an immersive experience for visitors of all ages.
  4. Great Lakes Aquarium4

    Great Lakes Aquarium

    Duluth, MN
  5. Oxbow Park & Zollman Zoo5

    Oxbow Park & Zollman Zoo

    Byron, MN
    Oxbow Park and Zollman Zoo are situated in Olmsted County, Minnesota, United States. They are located north of the city of Byron and approximately 4.5 miles west of Rochester. This location makes the park and zoo easily accessible for visitors from both cities and those traveling from further afield.
  6. Lake Superior Zoo6

    Lake Superior Zoo

    Duluth, MN
    The Lake Superior Zoo, which was formerly known as the Duluth Zoo, is located in Duluth, Minnesota. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA), a prestigious organization that ensures high standards of animal care and conservation. This accreditation is a testament to the zoo's commitment to providing a quality experience for its visitors while also contributing to the conservation of wildlife.
  7. Minnesota Zoo7

    Minnesota Zoo

    Cambridge, MN
    The Minnesota Zoo, previously known as the Minnesota Zoological Gardens, is a zoological park located in Apple Valley, Minnesota. It was inaugurated in the year 1978 and has since been a popular destination for animal lovers and tourists alike. The zoo offers a unique opportunity to observe a wide variety of species in a setting that closely mimics their natural habitats.
  8. Dassel History Center & Ergot Museum8

    Dassel History Center & Ergot Museum

    Dassel, MN
  9. Bell Museum of Natural History9

    Bell Museum of Natural History

    Minneapolis, MN
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    Vince Shute Wildlife Sancuary - American Bear Association

    Orr, MN
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    Mississippi River Visitor Center

    St. Paul, MN
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    Trowbridge Creek Zoo

    Vergas, MN
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    Cascade Meadow Wetlands and Environmental Science Center

    Rochester, MN
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    Camp Ripley Environmental Center

    Little Falls, MN
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    Snake Discovery

    Maplewood, MN
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    Redwood Falls Zoo

    Redwood Falls, MN

All museums in Minnesota