Visit Attractions near Country Inn & Suites Hotel Mankato, MN
Nestled on the shores of the Minnesota River, downtown Mankato, Minnesota offers a variety of historic sites, shopping venues and entertainment destinations. Our hotel's Mankato location provides convenient access to the Sakatah Singing Hills State Trail, Carnegie Art Center, a variety of golf courses, Minnesota State University and the Grand Champions Sports Complex. The region's beautiful landscapes, solid sense of history, commitment to the arts and abundant outdoor activities are sure to provide a memorable and rewarding experience for guests of the Country Inn & Suites Mankato.
Our hotel is near the following local attractions:
Carnegie Art Center (4.7 miles) This cultural center hosts monthly gallery exhibitions featuring regional artists, sponsors art education programs and houses the Broad Street Gallery Gift Shop. Phone: +1 (507) 625-2730
Grand Champions Sports Complex (next door) This expansive sports complex features two mini golf courses, a driving range and batting cages. Phones: +1 (507) 386-0001
Mankato Symphony Orchestra (5.0 miles) Concert-goers can enjoy five symphony presentations that feature national and international guest artists. Phone: +1 (507) 625-8880
Merely Players Theatre (5.4 miles) You can enjoy musicals, classics and comedies performed from October through May at this great local theatre house. Phone: +1 (507) 388-5483
Minneopa Golf Club (10.0 miles) This Southern Minnesota golf course is open to the public daily (except Wednesday - ladies day and stag night). Before or after a round, make sure to visit the lounge or snack bar. Phone: +1 (507) 625-5777
Minnesota State University-Mankato (5.4 miles) Guests can enjoy a wide variety of cultural performances at this nearby university just five miles away from our hotel.
Minnesota Vikings Training Camp (5.0 miles) Held at Minnesota State University in Mankato, the Minnesota Vikings Training Camp offers an up-close view of one of the NFL's most historic franchises.
Morgan Creek Vineyards (30.0 miles) Morgan Creek Vineyards, Southern Minnesota's newest tourist attraction, invites wine lovers to enjoy seasonal events for the entire family. Phone: +1 (507) 947-3547
Terrace View Golf Course (1.0 miles) Golf-enthusiasts will enjoy this short, challenging course only one mile away from the Country Inn & Suites. Phone: +1 (507) 387-2192.
WOW Zone (2.0 miles) Enjoy bowling, laser tag, mini golf, arcade games, a dining room, sports bar and private party rooms. Phone: +1 (507) 625-2695
Select photos courtesy of the Greater Mankato CVB and The Free Press.
About Mankato
Mankato, Minnesota, situated on the Minnesota River in the southern part of the state, was originally called Mahkato, which meant greenish-blue earth to the Dakota Indians that first inhabited the area. Eventually, steamboat travel led settlers to Mankato, and it became the Blue Earth County Seat in 1853. Today, the city is recognized for its big-city amenities, conveniently located amid the unspoiled great outdoors. Wildlife, water sports and outdoor recreation are mainstays here, but shopping, dining, cultural events and attractions are plentiful for those who prefer indoor pursuits. Be transported to another era in the historic Old Town district, a riverside retreat where progressive shops and restaurants mingle with authentic 17th century buildings. From pioneer museums to modern vineyards, from opera and art to skiing and hockey, Mankato residents work hard to make sure their city lives up to its designation as one of the 15 most livable small cities in America.
Did you know?
The U.S. government purchased Mankato from the Dakota Indians in 1851. The government later skipped several payments, leading to the Dakota Conflict of 1862, after which 38 Dakota Indians were sentenced to death - the largest mass execution in U.S. history.