Popular Gardens in Lake Minnetonka

"The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is an 11-acre park that is home to Minneapolis’s famous giant spoon sculpture, Claes Oldenburg’s ‘Spoonbridge and Cherry.’ Established in 1988 and located near the Walker Art Center, the 11-acre garden houses more than 40 stunning works of sculpture from the nearby Walker Art Center’s collections, including the crown jewel of the garden – the giant spoon - which is one of the most photographed sites in the city. The garden also regularly hosts outdoor concerts and educational activities for visitors of all ages and free garden tours take place on the grounds from May through August. The Minneapolis Sculpture Garden is open 365 days a year, from dusk until midnight."

"Afterward, meander through the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. Adjacent to the Walker Art Center, the garden is known for its iconic pieces like Spoonbridge and Cherry and is open every day of the year from 6 a.m."

"Take in the views from Skyline Drive and experience Enger Park and Gardens and the Rose Garden. Tour Glensheen Historic Estate, a historic mansion on 22 acres along the shores of Lake Superior. Have lunch on your own in Canal Park. Stroll the Lakewalk, shop the specialty stores, or just relax and watch the cargo ships entering the harbor."

"Address: 4124 Roseway Rd, Minneapolis, MN 55409, United States. Rating: 4.8 out of 5. A flower-filled garden is undoubtedly a wonderful sight to behold, and to see one right in front of your eyes is a dream come true."

"Rich and creamy scoops with adult-friendly flavors that sometimes contain booze, Sonny’s is an ideal stop for a first date night on warm evenings. Only open Friday through Sunday in spring, the shop does stay open late into the evening. In summer the ice cream is available every day."

"S, MinneapolisThe scoop: Personally, I still need to get here. Anyone want to come with?. Serving gourmet flavors of ice cream, gelato & sorbet – Sonny’s claim to fame is whipping up over 1,000 different flavors throughout the year."

"Since 1960, Sonny’s has served up elevated ice cream off Lyndale Ave. It makes more than a thousand (fancy) flavors throughout the year. PICK: Organic strawberry basil with aged balsamic vinegar."

"The kids probably won’t let you meditate, but what else is new?. You still might find some balance among the tranquil paths, pond, bridges and waterfall. The best times to visit the park with kids are in the spring for the cherry blossoms or in the fall for the annual Japanese Garden Festival."

"Any round up of free things to do in Bloomington MN should include Normandale Community College’s Japanese Garden. The garden is a two-acre oasis. It has bridges, streams and waterfalls."

"The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary is a 15-acre garden and sanctuary for birds that is home to more than 500 plants and 130 bird species, and spectacular seasonal displays of native wildflowers in a wetland, prairie, and woodland areas. Tucked away in the corner of the garden is the Martha Crone Visitor Shelter, which features natural history displays and interpretive displays that showcase the garden’s fauna and flora. The gardens are also home to lovely picnic spots, benches, and wheelchair accessible walking paths, and visitors can enjoy guided or self-guided tours of the park."

"The Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden and Bird Sanctuary is a gorgeous 15-acre plot that features more than 130 species of birds, breathtaking trails, and 500 plant species."

"On the northeastern shores of the massive Lake Harriet sits Lyndale Park, one of the best parks in Minneapolis in one of the most upscale neighborhoods. Spread across 61 acres, Lyndale Park has four different gardens, each with its own vibe: the Peace Garden, the Rose Garden, the Perennial Garden, and the Perennial Trial Garden. Lyndale also has the Thomas Sadler Roberts Bird Sanctuary."

"The Lyndale Park Rose Garden is the second largest rose garden in the entire United States of America. It features 100 species of plants that provide the perfect picturesque backdrop."

"The Minneapolis Institute of Art is a must see attraction for those of all ages. You can find exhibits and artifacts spanning all continents and all ages, with some items dating back 40,000 years. There are prints and drawings, photography and new media, paintings, sculptures, decorative arts, textiles, and contemporary art as well as specific collections to explore focusing on Asian art, African art, and American art."

"The Minneapolis Institute of Art is an internationally recognized institution. From Greek sculpture to Warhol, silver vessels to van Gogh, we've got it all."

"The Minneapolis Institute of Art is a large museum representing more than 5,000 years of history through breathtaking works of art."

"Since 2002, The Museum of Russian Art has served as the Twin Cities’ window to art, history, and culture of Muscovite Russia, the Russian Empire, the Soviet Union, its former republics, and post-Soviet Russia. Housed in a beautifully renovated historic building, the museum’s multi-level galleries provide a tranquil and intimate setting for their exhibitions and educational events. A one-hour tour is free with admission."

"Windom’s The Museum of Russian Art, located at 5500 Stevens Ave. South, is another top choice, with Yelpers giving the museum 4.5 stars out of 32 reviews. READ MORE: 'I Just Want To Meet The Guy': Mountain Biker's Life Saved By Off-Duty Doctor On Minnesota Trail"

"Northrup King Building is the largest art complex in Minnesota, with more than 350 artists and small businesses who are working, showing, and selling their wares in this 1917 former seed company complex. First Thursdays and Open Saturdays, as well as annual events like Art-a-Whirl and Art Attack!. give plenty of opportunity to browse and shop 19 mediums from jewelry to mosaics and digital to graphic arts."

"Located near the Convention Center, Ping's serves vegetarian entrées, including some made with mock duck. The restaurant is willing to make substitutions for any dish. Open daily for lunch and dinner Full service vegan options take-out, delivery, wine/beer/alcohol VISA/MC/AMEX/DISC/DC, $$"

"Uptown’s Café Meow lets you get coffee, from local roaster Bootstrap, while sitting with real live cats and considering whether to adopt them. 2323 Hennepin Ave., Mpls., 612-212-8471, thecafemeow.com"

"Okay, so this isn’t just a coffee shop, but the adjacent wine bar, fantastic menu and live music got Riverview Café on the list. Grab your coffee and morning pastry, or opt for something a little heartier with their quinoa salad, delicious sandwiches, and warming soups. Check their schedule for live music events."

"Filled with live music and affordable drinks, Riverview Café always has something going on and is bustling with local fun. It doubles as a cafe and wine bar, while still staying kid-friendly with a play area. Menu options include vegetarian quiche, ciabatta sandwiches, and tons of pastries."

"Riverview offers the best of both worlds, café by day and wine bar by night. But in addition to great wine and food, the café also features live music and you can check out the schedule on their website. If you’re there during the day time, grab a coffee along with a bite."