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Excelsior

In Excelsior, the lake is part of downtown. Shops line the old streets, and boats slip past the docks as the restored streetcar boat Minnehaha cruises Lake Minnetonka.

Recommendations

Landmark4.7/5

Excelsior Commons

Landmark4.8/5

Port of Excelsior

Nestled on Lake Minnetonka, the Port of Excelsior offers charming shops, waterfront dining, and stunning views, making it an iconic destination for relaxation and exploration in the heart of Excelsior, Minnesota.

Culture4.5/5

Water Street Gallery Ltd

Culture5/5

Excelsior Streetcar Line

Experience a slice of history aboard the Excelsior Streetcar Line in Excelsior, MN, where vintage streetcars glide along scenic lakeside views, making it a charming destination for families and history enthusiasts alike.

Landmark4.9/5

Bay to Bay Boat Club

Nestled on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, Bay to Bay Boat Club offers a charming retreat for boating enthusiasts, known for its stunning sunsets, vibrant community events, and picturesque views that capture the essence of Minnesota’s lakeside lifestyle.

Landmark1.6/5

Excelsior Flea Market

Landmark

Allemarinda and James Wyer House

Landmark

Excelsior Elementary School

Landmark4.6/5

Old Log Theatre

Landmark4.5/5

Pheasant Hill Park

Culture

Excelsior Amusement Park (historical)

Landmark

Excelsior Marina

Shop4.7/5

Brightwater Clothing & Gear

Eat$$$4.5/5

Coalition Restaurant

Eat$$$4.4/5

Red Sauce Rebellion

Eat$$$4.3/5

Haskell's Port of Excelsior

Eat4.5/5

Excelsior Brewing Company

Eat$$$4.6/5

318 Cafe

Cafe$$$4.5/5

The Lobby Coffee & Leisure

Eat$$4.5/5

Dunn Brothers Coffee

Stays

Stay4.6/5

The Shoreline Hotel

The Shoreline Hotel in Spring Park offers family rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a tea and coffee maker, hairdryer, refrigerator, free toiletries, shower, TV, and wardrobe. Guests can enjoy American cuisine at the family-friendly restaurant, which features a traditional and modern ambience. The restaurant serves lunch, dinner, and cocktails. A sun terrace, outdoor fireplace, and outdoor seating area provide relaxing spaces. Located 40 km from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Lake Harriet (31 km) and Paisley Park (14 km). Free WiFi is available throughout the property.

Stay4.35/5

The Hotel Landing

The Hotel Landing in Wayzata offers spacious rooms with air-conditioning, private bathrooms, and modern amenities. Each room includes a balcony, flat-screen TV, and free WiFi, ensuring a pleasant stay. Guests can enjoy spa facilities, a fitness centre, and free bicycles. The hotel features a terrace, restaurant, bar, and outdoor seating area, providing ample opportunities for relaxation and dining. The on-site restaurant serves American and à la carte breakfasts, brunch, lunch, and dinner. Additional services include room service, live music, and breakfast in the room, catering to diverse preferences. Located 30 km from Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, the hotel is near attractions such as Plymouth Playhouse (8 km) and Mall of America (30 km). Guests appreciate the convenient location, room comfort, and attentive staff.

Stay4.6/5

The Guest House

Featuring air-conditioned accommodation with a patio, The Guest House is located in Excelsior. This property offers access to a balcony, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 7.1 km from Paisley Park. The spacious holiday home features 7 bedrooms, a TV with cable channels, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 6 bathrooms with a bath. The holiday home offers bed linen, towels and laundry service. For guests with children, the holiday home provides a children's playground. Lake Harriet is 23 km from The Guest House, while Target Field is 28 km away. The nearest airport is Minneapolis-Saint Paul International Airport, 32 km from the accommodation.

Stay4.9/5

Hotel Excelsior - Suites on Water Street

Excelsior hotel with apartment-style suites, full kitchens and rooms themed around town. There’s no shared common area.

Stay

LakeHus

Private guest room in Excelsior.

Things To Do
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2 h

"Crooked" St. Paul Gangsters Private Riding Tour (2 hrs)

We'll connect at a location and hour convenient for you and step back in time during this private, 2-hour riding tour. You'll hear how St. Paul, Minnesota became a haven for the nation's most notorious gangsters, including John Dillinger, during the first decades of the 20th Century, and the impact of that legacy on life today in the "Saintly City. " How could bank robbers and bootleggers run their crimes while "hiding in plain sight"? This private riding tour will show the homes, nightclubs, hangouts - and even the courthouse - where these professional thugs lived, planned, played and were prosecuted. We'll also see other St. Paul highlights, including Summit Ave, cathedral and Capitol. Private transportation is a professionally chauffeured "town car" sedan or Cadillac Escalade SUV. Want to entertain locals or out-of-towners? Old enough to remember those lurid headlines or young enough to be amazed? Ready for a new twist on a town you thought you knew? This tour is for you.

$480.00

5/5

3 h

Minneapolis & St. Paul Highlights Private Riding & Walking Tour (3 hrs)

We'll connect at a location convenient for you and launch a 3-hour private riding & walking tour of Minneapolis & St. Paul that focuses on local culture, interesting history and what it's like to live today in the Twin Cities. We'll explore famous landmarks and discover little-known spots. I'll share stories and exclusive anecdotes that will bring your private experience alive. Transportation for this tour is provided in a professionally chauffeured "town car" sedan or Cadillac Escalade SUV. In town for a limited time? Have an open half-day during your visit? This professionally guided private tour is for you. It's a great way to experience the highlights and get an overall feel for the cities in a fun and entertaining way. Many guests use this experience to become oriented so they can return later on their own to deeply explore favorite locales. “Highly recommend!” Melissa A., Wisconsin USA “…abundant knowledge of how the city works and the locals live.” Karale F., California USA

$585.00

4.6/5

1 h 15 mins

Minneapolis Indoor Skydiving Admission with 2 Flights & Personalized Certificate

Feel the thrill of skydiving without jumping out of an airplane. It's true! Head to iFLY Minneapolis, a premier indoor skydiving facility powered by a state-of-the-art vertical wind tunnel. After a training session, you'll experience free-fall conditions with the help of an instructor. No experience is necessary, and afterward, you can take home a personalized flight certificate.

$118.28

5 h

Private Shopping Tour from Minneapolis to Albertville Outlets

Comfortable Roundtrip Tour from your hotel in Minneapolis to Albertville Premium Outlets - plays host to luxury boutiques and stores selling everything from clothes and accessories to cosmetics and home essentials. Its world-class boutiques showcasing collections from prestigious local and international designers make for a truly memorable shopping experience. Add to all these a unbeatable prices, and a handful of trendy cafés and restaurants, and what you’ll get is one of the best shopping destinations in and around the Minneapolis. After you finish your shopping you will be picked up and will be delivered directly to your hotel in Minneapolis. All our vehicles are fully licensed and insured. We are happy to provide child seats in our cars for all ages upon request. Vehicles are clean inside and outside; our drivers are well-dressed and unfailingly attentive to our guests. They speak English. They will greet you with a name sign and will help with luggage.

$360.24

Private Shopping Tour from Minneapolis to Twin Cities Outlets

Comfortable Roundtrip Tour from your hotel in Minneapolis to Twin Cities Premium Outlets - plays host to luxury boutiques and stores selling everything from clothes and accessories to cosmetics and home essentials. Its world-class boutiques showcasing collections from prestigious local and international designers make for a truly memorable shopping experience. Add to all these a unbeatable prices, and a handful of trendy cafés and restaurants, and what you’ll get is one of the best shopping destinations in and around the Minneapolis. After you finish your shopping you will be picked up and will be delivered directly to your hotel in Minneapolis. All our vehicles are fully licensed and insured. We are happy to provide child seats in our cars for all ages upon request. Vehicles are clean inside and outside; our drivers are well-dressed and unfailingly attentive to our guests. They speak English. They will greet you with a name sign and will help with luggage.

$324.79

2 h

6-Person Private Sauna and Frozen Cold Plunge Experience

Ready to embrace the ultimate hot-and-cold wellness tradition? Book your private session today and escape to our outdoor sauna village, situated on the lakefront of a breathtaking 175+ acre wilderness camp just outside Minneapolis. During your exclusive two-hour visit, your group will enjoy a designated wood-fired sauna, complete access to our communal hand-cut frozen lake ice plunge, and the guidance of our helpful staff. What makes this experience truly unforgettable is the incredible variety: explore six distinct saunas of all shapes, sizes, and temperature ranges—including the largest mobile barrel sauna in the U.S., which is equipped with dual wood-burning stoves and holds up to 20 people. Between thermal rounds, you can unwind in our community warming huts, hang out in the clubhouse, or gather around the group campfires. Weekend spots fill up quickly, so secure your private session today for the ultimate lakeside retreat!