Location: Alexandria
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Top 7 Free Things to do in Alexandria, Minnesota (MN)
Alexandria is a city and the county seat of Douglas County, Minnesota. First settled in 1858, it was named after brothers Alexander and William Kinkead from Maryland. The form of the name alludes to Alexandria, Egypt, a center of learning and civilization.
Restaurants in Alexandria
1. Country Blossom Farm
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 9 reviews
Country Blossom Farm is an apple orchard loaded with fun things to do all fall long. We have a 7 acre corn maze, corn pit, bouncy pillow, pedal cart track, bazooka ball, and more. The whole family will enjoy the trip. We are famous for our take and bake pies, and delicious savory hand pies for lunch. Our gift shop has something for everyone with a flaire for the country. We are open seasonally from mid-August through mid-November.
Reviewed By Love2travelMpls
My husband and I were here last night for their flashlight corn maze event. When I suggested to my husband he just kinda looked at me...like yea right. Soooo much fun (even the husband)! It was great to see families out having some fun and laughing after a number of items being canceled this year because of COVID-19. The gift shop has some very nice items. The bakery items we tried were very good. The apple cookie, the raspberry white chocolate (our favorite) cookie and an apple bar.
2. Carlos Creek Winery
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 261 reviews
The Official Wine of Minnesota FUN! Enjoy award winning wine in a stunning, yet unpretentious environment where the entire family is always welcome. We're open 361 days a year for tasting and free self-guided tours through our wine cave. Free Production Tours are offered on Summer Saturdays. Wine sampling is $10 for 6 samples of wine and includes a souvenir Carlos Creek wine glass. We offer live music from 2:00-6:00 every Saturday year-round and Sundays during the Summer. Additional activities include our two full-size bocce courts, bean-bag toss games and garden-size chess boards. We host 3 festivals each year: Our Grape Stomp and Fall Festival with 15,000 visitors, our family "Applefest" in October which features many activities for children, and our "Awake the Grapes" 5K and 10K runs through our vineyards in May. Introducing our 22 Northmen Brewery in June of 2019!
Reviewed By RDRReview - Alexandria, United States
So happy to be back at Carlos Creek! Had the Adventurous Dry Wines which was excellent! My two new favorites are the Viognier and the Triumph! Service was great! Bought a couple of their soft sweatshirts! Always fun to be here!
3. Central Lakes Trail
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
4. Ron's Warehouse
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 14 reviews
Ron's Warehouse has been in business since 1967. We are a discount store where you never know what you are going to find! Everyday savings of 30-70% off regular retail prices. We buy merchandise from all over the United States. Whenever you hear about a fire, tornado, hurricane, flood, semi rollover, store closings - there is a good chance we are there buying the undamaged merchandise and then selling it to the public at amazing discounts. Our selection is always changing... typically you will find furniture, decorations, groceries, pet supplies, health and beauty, housewares, hardware, seasonal merchandise, clothing and a whole lot more! Ron's also sells factory direct merchandise as well! Make sure to stop in, say "hi", and see what treasures you can find! Check us out on Facebook at Ron's Warehouse Sales, Instagram at Ron's Warehouse or Ronswarehouse.com.
5. Copper Trail Brewing Co
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 28 reviews
Reviewed By NeedToVac - Minneapolis, United States
Beer selection is varied, delicious, and competitively priced. Staff is kind. Cute merch, I bought a t-shirt. We took crowlers to go and on the second trip they had a food truck outside.
6. Big Ole Viking Statue
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 146 reviews
Reviewed By jeffal58 - Rochester, United States
Like so many other roadside attractions across the country Big Ole makes a great photo op. After going through the Runestone museum walk across the street to Big Ole or A good reason to stop and get out of the car and stretch. Worth the stop to snap a few pics.
7. 22 Northmen Brewing Company
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 14 reviews
Reviewed By 652jasonf
22 Northmen has been a great addition to the Carlos Creek Winery grounds. The brewery is spacious with a great atmosphere. I've had several different brews and have liked all of them. I've been here a handful of times for different events and have found the staff pleasant - you order at the bar, they don't wait on tables. Valkyrie Pizza is amazing. Would definitely recommend stopping in as you're going through the Alexandria area.
