Apple Valley · Minnesota, MN

Road trips from Apple Valley

Scout analyzed 17 Apple Valley places and surfaced the ones that actually fit road trips.

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Typical spend

$45

Typical visit

1.7 hr

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Shopping

Issues Needed Comics

Issues Needed Comics is a good stop for an hour or so of browsing comics and related merchandise. Expect to spend $5-$30 per person on a few issues or a graphic novel, easily paired with another retail stop.

ShoppingRelaxedPlayful

$5–$30 typical1 hr visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Central Park

Central Park is a free outdoor park suitable for a 1.5 to 3-hour stroll or play, often paired with a picnic. It’s a good option for families or a relaxed solo walk when the weather is good.

OutdoorsSportsViews

$0 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Crooked Pint Ale House

This is a casual bar & grill, suitable for a relaxed meal or drinks with friends or family. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and around $20-$45 per person on food and a drink.

FoodCocktailsSports

$20–$45 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Sports & Recreation

Oak Glen Golf Course and Event Center

Oak Glen Golf Course is suitable for a half-day outing centered around golf, potentially pairing with a meal at the event center. Expect to spend $50-150 per person for a round of golf, with event pricing varying.

OutdoorsSportsFood

$50–$150 typical4 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Newt’s Apple Valley

Newt's Apple Valley is a casual bar & grill for a quick and affordable meal, suitable for families or solo diners. Expect to spend $15-35 per person for a visit lasting about an hour.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$15–$35 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Nightlife

Celts Craft House

Celts Craft House is a good spot for a casual dinner or drinks with friends, serving upmarket pub fare and craft drinks. Expect to spend 1-2 hours and $20-50 per person.

FoodCocktailsRelaxed

$20–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking

Wellness

Restore Hyper Wellness

Restore Hyper Wellness offers various health and wellness services, suitable for a solo health-focused outing or a relaxed stop before or after other activities. Expect to spend an hour and $30-150 for services like cryotherapy or IV drips.

WellnessRelaxedQuiet

$30–$150 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Food & Drink

Dave's Hot Chicken

Dave's Hot Chicken is a casual spot for a quick, spicy meal. Expect to spend 45 minutes and $15-25 per person. It's a good standalone lunch or dinner, especially for families or a cheap outing.

FoodRelaxedSocial

$15–$25 typical1.3 hr visiteasy parking

Outdoors

Pahl's Market

Pahl's Market is ideal for a leisurely weekend outing to pick up plants, fresh produce, or seasonal decorations. Expect to spend 1-2 hours browsing, with costs varying from free to around $50 per person depending on purchases.

FoodOutdoorsShopping

$0–$50 typical1.5 hr visiteasy parking