EXPLORE WHITE BEAR | Plan Your Visit To White Bear Now!

White Bear Lake has so much to offer – from historical tours to nature trails, great food to unique shopping. Whether you are looking for an afternoon outing or a weekend in our charming little corner of the Twin Cities, there is something for everyone!

The White Bear Lake area is a great day trip or weekend getaway for groups throughout Minnesota. Recognized as Minnesota’s First Resort Town during its heyday in the 1870s and 1880s, White Bear maintains a relaxed atmosphere with many exciting opportunities. Visitors can participate in a class at the White Bear Center for the Arts, enjoy lunch at one of the area’s incredible restaurants and spend the afternoon learning about the area’s connections to infamous outlaws such as Ma Barker and Alvin “Creepy” Karpis with the White Bear Lake Area Historical Society’s Notorious Gangster Bus Tour. Then take some time to explore the many fun and unique shops throughout the downtown area before grabbing dinner and taking in a live performance at the Hanifl Performing Arts Center.

If you want to spread your visit over more than one day, we’ve got you covered! The White Bear Country Inn is situated within walking distance of many of our community’s amenities. The Americinn has easy access to the freeway for simplified transportation.

Contact us to customize your group itinerary at info@explorewhitebear.org or office@whitebearhistory.org.

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