Bloomington, MN, is a vibrant city with plenty of exciting local attractions, from the biggest mall in the United States and breathtaking landscapes to the best family fun park for miles around. So, get in a Ford EcoSport, Bronco, or Expedition and drive to the amazing destinations below to enjoy a range of fantastic fun-filled experiences.
1. Mall of America
Mall of America at 2131 Lindau Lane in Bloomington, the largest mall in the United States and one of the largest in the world, covers more than 5.6 million square feet. Over 520 stores, restaurants, and attractions and 400 annual events, ranging from music performances to celebrity appearances and fashion shows, draw roughly 40 million people from around the globe to Mall of America each year.
With incredible attractions such as Sea Life Aquarium, the Nickelodeon theme park, the Amazing Mirror Maze, FlyOver America, top retail stores, and exquisite restaurants, the mall has become a leader in retail and entertainment and one of the top tourist attractions in the country.
2. Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge
Escape to the pristine Minnesota Valley National Wildlife Refuge at 3815 American Boulevard East in Bloomington for an unforgettable experience in nature. The refuge’s primary goal is to protect the area’s natural resources and provide a habitat for migratory waterfowl, fish, and indigenous Minnesota wildlife. Before exploring, you can learn more about the fauna and flora and all the recreational activities at the Bloomington Education and Visitor Center.
The refuge has over 45 miles of hiking, biking, cross-country skiing, and snowshoeing trails and excellent fishing in the ponds, lakes, and the Minnesota River. Hike to the wetlands along the Hillside Trail, observe birds on the Bluff Trail, bike along the Minnesota River on the River Bottoms Trail, and watch a spectacular sunset from the overlook before you leave.
3. Great Wolf Lodge Indoor Waterpark and Adventure Park
Enjoy an action-packed, high-energy, fun-filled day at Great Wolf Lodge Indoor Waterpark and Adventure Park at 1700 American Boulevard East in Bloomington. Have a great time dodging the swells in the wave pool, enjoy thrills and spills at the interactive four-story water fort, go for an exhilarating tube ride, test your speed and agility on the floating lily pads, and take a break from the action floating on a tube down the lazy river.
The fun continues beyond the waterpark! The Adventure Park offers an array of exciting attractions, from a challenging climbing wall and rope course to bowling, gemstone mining, and arcade games, including the park’s exclusive adventure game, MagiQuest.
Whether you’re a shopping enthusiast, a nature lover, or a parent looking for kid-friendly fun, the city has something for everyone to enjoy. While you and your family are having fun in Bloomington, stop at Freeway Ford to look at the brand-new models and take one for a spin.
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