Walk through the scenic Scandinavian Heritage Park to see the Gol Stave Church plus other historic buildings and statues.

Get up close with tigers, lions, penguins, and more at Roosevelt Park Zoo. Fun for a family of 4 for $20.

Play with no time limit and 12 galleries full of fun at the Magic City Discovery Center; $52 for a family of 4. 

Play at parks and playgrounds across Minot. Cool off at free splash pads at Radio City Park and Oak Park. Swim at Roosevelt Park Pool for $5 per person or $15 per family on Family Swim nights. 

Hike at Upper Souris Wildlife Refuge. Rent a kayak for $10 a day from Minot Parks and head to Lake Darling, Rice Lake, or Nelson Carlson Lake. Walk on trails at the Outdoor Recreation Area or Oak Park.

Experience art, music, and free activities on Thursdays in downtown Minot throughout the summer. Relax in Oak Park and listen to live music by local bands plus art demonstrations on Sundays.

Walk through the galleries at the Taube Museum of Art for free. Take photos in front of over 25 colorful murals by showcase local artists and add a pop of color to alleyways throughout downtown Minot.

Get outside and take a swing at Wee Links Golf Course. This 9-hole golf course is specially designed for kids and is very affordable; admission is $1 per child 14 and under.

Play a round of glow-in-the-dark mini-golf at Putt District for $34 for a family of 4. Try out the Clubhouse, a board game café with tons of board games of all levels for all ages; $18 for a family of 4.

Grab dinner and jump around at GetAir Minot, where families can get four jump tickets, a large pizza, and four drinks for $55 every night from 4 pm to 8 pm.

Play classic arcade games or battle it out in a game of laser tag at Planet Pizza. Pause the games and grab lunch or dinner. Try a galactic pizza and wings to complete an evening of family fun.

Stay at a hotel in Minot for an average cost of $95-$130 per night including hotels with free breakfast and pools.

Camp out at one of 5 campgrounds within a 25-minute drive of Minot with peaceful scenic views and playgrounds for kids.