Experience · Eden Prairie

Family Afternoon at Scheels' Aquarium & Park

Dive into an afternoon of aquatic discovery at Scheels' Aquarium, then refuel with a satisfying meal. Finish your day with some outdoor fun at a nearby park.

A 4-hour Eden Prairie afternoon plan for solo — Scheels' Aquarium, Kona Grill - Eden Prairie, Round Lake Park.

Duration
3h 45m
Cost
$30–$70
Stops
3 stops
Walking
Light walking · Total 3.3-mile driving route
Best time
12:00 – 5:00 PM
Ideal for
Solo · Families · Kids
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Family Afternoon at Scheels' Aquarium & Park

The plan

The plan

  1. 1Scheels' Aquarium(1 hr 30 min)→
  2. 2Kona Grill - Eden Prairie(1 hr 15 min)→
  3. 3Round Lake Park(1 hr)

Why this plan works

The 3 stops cover about 3.3 miles total, which keeps you in one pocket of Eden Prairie instead of crossing town between them. Scheels' Aquarium is the main event and takes the biggest block of time; the other stops are built around it. It finishes at Round Lake Park — a short, low-effort stop you can skip if you're ready to call it. Best suited to solo, families, and families with kids who want a planned Eden Prairie outing without improvising between stops.

The story

Overview

Dive into an afternoon of aquatic discovery at Scheels' Aquarium, then refuel with a satisfying meal. Finish your day with some outdoor fun at a nearby park.

The itinerary

3 stops, one great day

  1. Scheels' Aquarium1
    1h 30m
    Scheels' Aquarium

    Family

    What to do — Marvel at the diverse marine life in the Scheels' Aquarium, offering an engaging and educational experience for all ages.

    Scout Side Quest

    Pick the fish with the most dramatically unimpressed facial expression. Give it a royal name.

    0.2 mi · 4 min walk or 3 min drive

    Then Walk 3 minutes (0.2 miles) to Kona Grill within the same complex for a family-friendly lunch.

  2. Kona Grill - Eden Prairie2
    1h 15m
    Kona Grill - Eden Prairie

    Food & Drink

    Sleek chain with a broad New American menu including low-calorie options, plus sushi & cocktails.

    What to do — Choose from their extensive menu, ensuring there's something to satisfy everyone's cravings after exploring the aquarium.

    3.1 mi · 10 min drive

    Then Drive 7 minutes (3.0 miles) to Round Lake Park for some outdoor fun.

  3. Round Lake Park3
    Optional 1 hr
    Round Lake Park

    Outdoors

    An ice-hockey rink, skate park, boat ramp & beach, plus sports courts, make up this lakeside park.

    What to do — Let the kids burn off energy at the playground, or take a leisurely stroll by the lake, enjoying the fresh air and scenery.

    Scout Side Quest

    Find a stick or leaf that looks suspiciously like a magical tool. Vote on who discovered the most powerful one.

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The route

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Common questions

Planning this outing

Is this a good Eden Prairie itinerary for solo?
Yes. It's built for solo, families, and families with kids and runs about 3 hr 45 min across 3 stops, starting at Scheels' Aquarium.
How long does this outing take?
Plan on 3 hr 45 min door to door, including time between stops.
How much does this Eden Prairie itinerary cost?
Roughly $30–$70 per person, before parking and tips. Free and low-cost stops are marked on each card.
Is this itinerary walkable?
Not entirely. The stops cover about 3.3 miles, so you'll drive or rideshare between at least one pair.
Do I need reservations?
No. Every stop on this plan takes walk-ins, though weekends move faster if you arrive early.