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Minot (/ˈmaɪnɒt/ ( listen) MY-not) is a city in and the county seat of Ward County, North Dakota, United States, in the state's north-central region. It is most widely known for the Air Force base located approximately 15 miles (24 km) north of the city. With a population of 40,888 at the 2010 census, Minot is the fourth largest city in the state and a trading center for a large portion of northern North Dakota, southwestern Manitoba, and southeastern Saskatchewan. Founded in 1886 during the construction of the Great Northern Railway, Minot is also known as "Magic City", commemorating its remarkable growth in size over a short time.
Restaurants in Minot
1. Scandinavian Heritage Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 278 reviews
Reviewed By g r - Denver, Colorado
Incredible and amazing look into our Scandinavian history, both here in North America and ancestors along the North Sea.....such an informative and rich history. Has good access for Handicap and pets are allowed on leash. Clean, well organized and free. Donations welcomed (duh) and awesome store sells Scandi stuff.
2. Roosevelt Park Zoo
Overall Ratings
4 based on 179 reviews
Reviewed By Da G - Manitoba
Good little zoo for a great price. Really toddler friendly and it was easy to navigate as it is smaller. The animal pens are kind of sad as they are very small and the large cats seems unhappy, but the goats were fun for the kids.
3. Dakota Territory Air Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 60 reviews
Reviewed By meyerla - Mandeville, Louisiana
This is a really interesting museum for North Dakota air history.
Note that the address listed in TripAdvisor is incorrect. The air museum is actually near in the Minot airport on the northeast side of town.
The museum hangers have many beautiful historical aircraft many of which still operate and are used in airshows. We loved the variety of aircraft.
4. Oak Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 38 reviews
Reviewed By Paul O - Minot, North Dakota
Weather permitting we love to go to Oak Park to eat lunch. The road wanders through and traffic is slow and quiet. You can pull off and eat in your car or use an open or covered picnic table. There is a great hiking trail that is 1.42 miles and very pleasant. There are a couple amphitheaters which hold summer concerts. There is a splash park for kids and a large grouping of playground equipment. There is a volleyball area and lots of open space to play ball or catch some rays. There are many old oak trees to provide shade too. Just don't bring any pets. Only service animals allowed.
5. Dakota Square Mall
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 51 reviews
Located in Minot, North Dakota, Dakota Square Mall is located close to Minot Air Force Base and just 50 miles from Canada. The mall offers great shopping at four department stores: Herberger's, JCPenney, Sears and Target, and includes a full-line up of stores like Aeropostale, American Eagle Outfitters, Barnes & Noble Booksellers, Bath & Body Works, Kay Jewelers, Old Navy, Scheels and Victoria's Secret. A Food Court, Carmike Cinemas and a Sleep Inn & Suites with an indoor waterpark are all located at the mall.
Reviewed By jgluv2travel - Regina,Sask.
Went shopping to the mall on a Wednesday - it was not very busy. A number of families with small children were enjoying the play area. There were sales in most of the stores. Shopping at this mall is fun since it provides a good mix of large stores and smaller shops. I appreciate the large seating area which offers a view in all directions. It’s great to have this area for taking periodic rests. Even if you are not in the mood for shopping, the mall provides an opportunity to get some exercise walking from one end to the other since it is all on one level. There is also plenty of parking.
6. Railroad Museum & Magic City Express
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 8 reviews
Reviewed By DennisBonnie - Minnesota
The Minot Railroad Museum concentrates on displays of regional railroading that helped develop Minot. It has three display rooms full of memorabilia; a basement features a model railroad layout. Entry is free, but contributions are accepted. June through August, the museum operates a 2/5 scale Great Northern locomotive that pulls passenger cars through Roosevelt Park. We met about eight railroad enthusiasts in railroad garb with railroad logos on their shirts and caps. They were all very friendly, they asked where we were from, and they encouraged us to ask about the displays. One gave us tips about other local attractions and told us the rodeo was in town.
7. Old Soo Depot Transportation Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 4 reviews
Reviewed By ManicUSAVisitor - London, England
This restored Depot in Minot houses a good selection of Railroad Memorabilia and is sited right next to conventional running lines.
There is ample parking and the entrance is through the research library, so I was left to my own devises regarding my visit. Plenty of interesting things to see and well worth a visit.
8. Magic City Discovery Center
Overall Ratings
5 based on 1 reviews
The Magic City Discovery Center, Minot’s very own hybrid children’s museum/science center, provides an indoor fun and learning environment geared for children from birth through age 10+. Exhibits include the Whoosh!, Po-Motion interactive floor games, giant light bright, magnetic wall, big blue blocks, a toddler play area, and more. Watch for a variety of family-friendly events happening throughout the November-March season. Admission: $4/person or $15 max/family (under 12 mos. free) Punch Cards can be purchased at $30 for 10 visits (1 punch/person) Hours: Wed-Fri 10AM-3PM, Sat 10AM-6PM, Sun Noon-5PM
Reviewed By Shannon W
The Magic City Discovery Center was a great place to take our 1 year old and 3 year old. The facility has many fun and educational hands-on activities and stations. Their staff was knowledgeable and friendly too. We were there for 2 hours but the kids would have loved to stay longer! Check their Facebook page for special days, events and activities.
9. Riverwalk of Minot
Overall Ratings
3 based on 18 reviews
Reviewed By Hsphoser36 - Bethesda, Maryland
We went for a run while waiting for our meal. We had over an hour before our table would be ready. So, we took the time to exercise. Running north along the river walk starting at the Guenther house is nearly three and a half miles. Round trip it was a very decent run and is also more touristy scenic going north then is going south. Going south is also good option, but it is far more natural and has less decorations.
10. Minot Symphony Orchestra
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