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Lyndale Park & Rose Garden

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#6 of 12 Parks & Outdoors in Minneapolis

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Known forrose gardenhistoricscenicChain of Lakes
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Adjacent to Lake Harriet, Lyndale Park is home to one of the oldest public rose gardens in the United States, featuring thousands of roses in bloom from June through September and a peaceful rock garden nearby. It's a stunning and underrated destination that locals treasure for its beauty and tranquility. The park connects seamlessly to the Chain of Lakes trail system. Peak rose season draws crowds on weekends, so a weekday morning visit is ideal.

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Last verifiedJuly 14, 2026

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8.0/10
  • Value9.5
  • iconic6.5
  • excellence8.5
  • Crowd level5.5
  • Authenticity8.0
  • Accessibility8.0
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Last reviewed July 14, 2026 by AskTheCity Editorial.