By: Jooney Freddieson & Aalovely Lor

Are you bored with time to waste but can’t decide where to go? Saint Paul, Minnesota, offers a variety of indoor and outdoor venues where you can enjoy fun activities, eat delicious food, and create fun memories.

Puzzle Works – Located in the Twin Cities, offering the most exciting and intense escape rooms.

They provide a variety of rooms including The Loose Sleuth, The Vault, The Dungeons, The Hospital, and The Nightmare at the Museum, difficulty levels ranging from 5-10.

The game allows you to work together with a minimum of 4, and maximum of 10, people to solve puzzles located inside the rooms. Your mission is to complete objectives within a set time and escape.

• The Vault: Assist an exiled prince into retrieving treasures from the bank.
• The Loose Sleuth: Investigate the mysterious disappearance of a top detective.
• The Hospital: Return a misplaced heart before the upcoming surgery.
• The Dungeon: Escape execution after being caught stealing from an enchanted avocado.
• Nightmare at the Museum: Bring an end to a doll exhibit that has been terrorized by a ghost.

A minimum of four participants are required for bookings.  Tickets cost $32.99 per person Sunday through Friday and $34.99 on Saturdays.

Location: 755 Prior Avenue North, Suite 007A, Saint Paul, MN 55114

The Burrow – A multifaceted venue that offers a variety of entertainment that is suitable for different age groups.

They offer various entertainment like axe throwing, pickleball, a private karaoke room, rope courses, outdoor mini-golf, laser tag, and multiple arcade games.

Axe throwing allows you to throw axes on targets, engaging in sessions ranging from 30-60 minutes. $20 per person for 30 mins and $30 for 60.

Pickleball can be played on their indoor courts with a price of $15 per person for 2 hours. The private karaoke room rents for $55 an hour.

Rope Courses and Outdoor Mini-golf are seasonal, only being offered in specific weather conditions. Both activities are filled with their creatively designed courses and are set at a price of $15 per person.

Laser Tag is a fun elimination game where you get to shoot players with a laser gun, earning points for either yourself or your team, costing only $10 per person each round.

Not only does this place offer various entertainment options but they also offer dining areas with delicious food and an adult menu allowing people to relax and chill.

Location: 7053 10th Street North, Oakdale, MN 55128

Can Can Wonderland – An artistic entertainment venue filled with vintage arcade games, live performances, a mini-golf course, and a unique food and drink menu.

They offer over 150 vintage arcade games along with modern arcade games that are free to play.

They include regular live performances including music, themed nights, and talent shows. The venue updates its event calendar with upcoming shows and performances.

Can Can Wonderland offers a diverse food and beverage menu that complements its whimsical and wacky atmosphere while also including an adult menu, making this place suitable for various age groups.

Location: 755 Prior Avenue North, Saint Paul, MN 55104

Spirit Mountain – Located in Duluth, approximately 150 miles away from Saint Paul.

They offer outdoor activities, including snowboarding, skiing, adventure parks, and mountain biking. They also include a jumping pillow attraction for young kids, making this place suitable for all ages.

Winter Sports: Include 22 ski runs, terrain parks, and snow tubing.

Mountain Biking: A lift-accessed trail that caters to various skill level courses, offering both smooth and rugged paths.

Adventure Park: Features a 3,200 track alpine coaster, a 700-foot zip ride, scenic chairlift, jumping pillow, and mini-golf.

Winter Lift Tickets:

• Alpine (13+): $80 (weekday), $86 (weekend)
• Youth (6-12): $65 (weekday), $70 (weekend)
• Senior (80+): $40 (weekday), $45 (weekend)

Adventure Park Tickets:

• Alpine Coaster: $16 (online), $17 (ticket counter)
• Zip Ride: $10 (online), $11 (ticket counter)
• Scenic Chairlift: $14 (online), $15 (ticket counter)
• Jumping Pillow (30-minute session): $10 (online), $11 (ticket counter)

Location: 9500 Spirit Mountain Place, Duluth, MN 55810

These spots offer many different activities and entertainment that are suitable for all interests. Next time you’re wondering how to spend your free time, consider one of these places for a fun experience and memories.