Location: Ely
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Top 6 Things to do Good for a Rainy Day in Ely, Minnesota (MN)
Ely (/ˈiːli/ EE-lee) is a city in Saint Louis County, Minnesota, United States. The population was 3,460 at the 2010 census. It is located on the Vermilion Iron Range, and is historically home to several iron ore mines.
Restaurants in Ely
1. Piragis Northwoods Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 191 reviews
Piragis Northwoods Company Outfitters is a full-service canoe trip outfitter for the Boundary Waters and Quetico Park. We rent canoes and kayaks and gear for one day or as long as you need. We have the area's premier guides for fishing and naturalist guided trips and offer discounts for scouts, churches and larger groups. Our canoes are lightweight kevlar and average about 42 pounds. We've been outfitting and guiding canoe trips since 1979.
Reviewed By robynh179
Highly recommend. The whole Piragis team from start to finish was wonderful. Our 4 night, 5 day trip (2 friends) started Oct. 1, just as a cold spell hit. Our guide, Dave HIcks, called us prior to the trip to give extra advice about planning for the cold weather. He was right on. We bought neoprene socks at the Piragis store which were perfect for keeping our feet warm and dry in the 20’s to low 30’s temps for the first couple of days. During the trip Dave went above and beyond to educate us about the Boundary Waters ecosystem, also giving us great tips to improve our paddling and navigation skills, and he even showed us nifty ways to collect dead wood and to start our camp fires. Best trip ever!
2. International Wolf Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 675 reviews
Starting Monday, May 10, the International Wolf Center is open seven days a week. Because of the pandemic, we have two separate time blocks to ensure there's enough room for everyone. We are open from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. for the first group of people and then from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. for the second. Advance tickets are required for entry. To get an advance ticket, visit our website and look for the Book Now button on the lower right-hand side of the page. Masks are required. The International Wolf Center, located in Ely, Minnesota, gives visitors a chance to learn about wolves and see them in a beautiful northwoods habitat. The main attraction are five live wolves who make up our ambassador pack.
Reviewed By 164bobbib
Love the IWC!!! Very friendly staff and amazing educational experience. Highly recommend visiting and supporting the IWC.❤️
3. Dorothy Molter Museum
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 193 reviews
Through tours of Dorothy’s original cabins, self-guided exploration of our outdoor, natural areas, community programming and a wide selection of mission-driven retail merchandise (including our own Isle of Pines Root Beer), visitors will leave with an understanding of who Dorothy was, how she lived in the Boundary Waters Canoe Area Wilderness and a greater appreciation for the Ely Area’s natural and cultural history.
Reviewed By Summer115 - Saint Paul, United States
Amazing woman and fun to learn her life story. It is worth a visit. Did not try the root beer but it is available in the gift shop. . In 2020, tours have to be pre arranged.
4. Brandenburg Gallery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 24 reviews
Home of National Geographic photographer and filmmaker Jim Brandenburg. Author of numerous bestsellers including Chased by the Light, Scruffy, Brother Wolf and White Wolf.
5. North American Bear Center
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 671 reviews
The North American Bear Center is the only educational facility of its kind - it helps people learn from the bears themselves about bear behavior, ecology, and their relations with humans. There is a huge need for accurate information about bears worldwide and the mission of the non-profit North American Bear Center is to advance the long-term survival of bears worldwide by replacing misconceptions with scientific facts about bears.
Reviewed By GIGIKORI
A recent trip to Ely led us to the Bear Center, which is truly an outstanding place to visit. The exhibits are well done and the staff was helpful and informative. The highlight, however, are the resident bears. So glad we got to take the behind the scenes tour. Definitely recommend this for any age group.
6. The Pebble Spa Co.
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By ppack4
My boyfriend and I had a great experience at Pebble Spa. We had a couples treatment that consisted of a foot soak, massage and then 30 minutes in a sauna. It was a lovely morning of feeling relaxed and pampered. The staff was welcoming, friendly and attentive. Melissa was my therapist and did a fabulous job. She has a great personality and did a wonderful job with my massage. I would highly recommend this spa and can't wait to go back.
