Perfect for families who love food & dining, shopping, nature.
A Minneapolis suburb with a local ski hill — Buck Hill's slopes and easy Twin Cities access.
What makes this a standout family trip.
Burnsville has something to offer visitors of every age.
Burnsville is a Twin Cities suburb whose main draw is Buck Hill for skiing, snowboarding and tubing; most family attractions are a short drive away in Minneapolis and Bloomington.
Cold winters — layers; hot, humid summers; standard city-safety sense.
Late spring to early autumn (May–Sep); winters are cold
local festivals and seasonal events year-round; holiday-season events (Nov–Dec).
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