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Waterparks

In landlocked Minnesota, Soak City Waterpark is the best spot to experience oceanlike-waves you won’t find at one of our 10,000 lakes. With waterslides, a ginormous wave pool, two kids’ areas, a looping lazy river, gourmet eateries, full-service bar and world-class comforts – private cabanas, anyone? – Soak City is the ultimate waterpark experience. Best of all, it’s included with the price of admission to Valleyfair. valleyfair.com/play/soak-city (952) 445-6500

Whether you are looking for excitement or a quiet place to relax, SandVenture Aquatic Park will fit the bill. The unique pool was modeled after area lakes and offers a sand-bottom, chlorinated pool. Soak up the sun or build sand castles with the kids on a summer afternoon. Other amenities at SandVenture include a 300- foot waterslide, two 12-foot drop slides, a diving board, concessions, and locker rooms. shakopeemn.gov | (952) 233-3840

For indoor aquatic fun, check out the Shakopee Indoor Aquatic Center or Dakotah! Sport and Fitness Aquatic Center. The 22,300-squarefoot Shakopee Indoor Aquatic Center includes a zero-entry leisure pool with play features and water slide. The center also has a four-lane lap pool, sauna, and whirlpool. The Dakotah! Sport and Fitness Aquatic Center includes a water slide, inflatable aquatic toys, kids interactive water fountain, whirlpool, and more. shakopeemn.gov | (952) 233-9500 dakotahsport.com | (952) 445-9400