Mankato is a very beautiful city located in Minnesota, United States. The county seat of Blue Earth County, Mankato has a population of more than 39,300 residents and an area of 15.4 square miles (39.9 square kilometers). Located at the confluence of Minnesota and Blue Earth Rivers, Mankato was founded in 1852. Currently, Mankato is one of the most important cities in the whole sate, but also one of the best places to visit.
Top Attractions within Mankato
Franklin Rogers Park is one of the most popular spots of Mankato. Here you will find a stadium that used to be a major baseball field. The stadium was built in 1961.
Land of Memories Park is another important venue of the city. In this location you will be able to have a great time, while taking advantage of the many great bike trails, camping grounds, but also soccer fields. Well, Mankato is a place in which you will find numerous parks and natural areas to have a great time no matter if you just want to take a picnic or you are willing to enjoy some exciting outdoor adventures. Still, the most impressive parks of the city is Minneopa State Park, a place of a scenic beauty in which you will be able to see numerous plant species.
Mankato Golf Course is a lovely 18 hole golf course located in the wonderful American city. Here you will be able to enjoy a great outdoor adventure and there is no way you are not going to have a good time. And this is not the only spectacular golf course of Mankato. Grand Champions Mini Golf is a similar facility that should definitely be included into your route, at least if you are a golfer, passionate about this sport.
Mankato Blue Earth County Heritage Center Museum is the best place to visit if you want to learn everything there is to know about the history of the lovely city. Within this cultural venue you will find numerous historical exhibits dating back to prehistoric times till contemporary days. The museum features furniture pieces, but also photographs, among other collections. This Mankato museum first opened in 1901.
