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Maple Grove
One day is enough for Maple Grove; use Minneapolis as base and return in the evening.
Maple Grove is a suburban city in the Twin Cities area with a few parks, a mall and a movie theater. All attractions are within a short drive, so a single day visit from Minneapolis covers the highlights.
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Local time, weather, currency, airports
- Weather
- see forecast
- Currency
- USD
- Best months
- Jun–Sep
- avoid Dec–Feb (cold, snow)
- Airport
- MSP
- Nights
- 0 (day‑trip)
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Rules in force · 7Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs …Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but ta…
- North America ↗Crossing between the US, Canada and Mexico by land needs your passport even on a day trip; rental cars need the company's written permission to cross, and most US and Canadian rental insurance stops at the Mexican border.
- North America ↗Cannabis is legal in Canada and in many US states, but taking any amount across the US, Canadian or Mexican border is a federal crime — including edibles and vapes.
- North America ↗The busiest US and Canadian national parks need timed-entry, campsite or lodge reservations in summer; release dates are months ahead.
- United States ↗Check whether you need an ESTA (Visa Waiver Program) or a visa on the official CBP and State Department sites; apply only through esta.cbp.dhs.gov, not third-party sites, and allow time before you book.
- United States ↗Several popular national parks use timed-entry or vehicle reservations in peak season; check each park's page on nps.gov and book on recreation.gov before fixing your dates.
- United States ↗Medical care is very expensive for visitors; buy travel insurance with high medical cover before you fly.
- United States ↗Tipping is expected: about 15–20% at sit-down restaurants and bars, and a tip for taxis, hotel staff and guides.
Entry rules depend on your passport. Full visa guide
What is in this basic guide9 covered · 4 not yet ▾
In this guide
Not in this guide yet
- Walking areas with bag rules
- Day plans checked against opening hours
- Airport-to-bed timings and the last safe connection
- Field-checked times and prices
Official sites
Emergency numbers for Maple Grove911 ▾
- Police/Fire/Ambulance911
Tap a number to call from your phone. These are the numbers listed in this guide; a row marked check has not been verified.
EssentialsQuick answers and what things cost
Essentials
Quick answers and what things cost
Quick answers
The questions people ask first about Maple Grove, one line each. Tap a card for the full answer.
- Cash or card?Currency is the US dollar (USD, $).United States-wide
- SIM or eSIMAT&T, Verizon and T-Mobile cover the country; prepaid SIMs at their stores and Walmart/Target (passport required), or an eSIM before you fly.United States-wide
- Tap waterTap water is drinkable nearly everywhere; boil or treat water from streams in parks.United States-wide
- TippingSit-down restaurant: 18–22% of the pre-tax bill.United States-wide
- Plugs & powerSockets A/B. US/Canada (A/B): fits · UK/Ireland (G): adapter · Australia/NZ (I): adapter. 120 V: UK and AU 230 V-only devices need a converter; most chargers are dual-voltage.United States-wide
- SafetyMaple Grove is a typical suburban US area; low crime, but lock car doors and keep valuables out of sight.
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- RestroomsFree public toilets are scarce in big cities; use cafés, department stores, libraries, stations.United States-wide
- Emergency numbers911 police/fire/ambulance
- Sundays & holidaysFederal holidays close offices, banks and post offices; national parks stay open.United States-wide
- Your embassyFind your embassy's 24-hour line before you fly.
- AirportMSP Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport.
- Getting aroundCar or rideshare is fastest; Maple Grove Transit Express connects to downtown Minneapolis M‑F.
Cost cheat-sheet
Typical prices for the everyday things, as ranges. Your currency is shown next to the local price.
- Coffee$2–$4
- Budget bedHotel room in Minneapolis, a night, per roomUS$80
- Mid-range bedHotel room in Minneapolis, a night, per roomUS$120
- High-end bedHotel room in Minneapolis, a night, per roomUS$200
A day, not counting the bed: Budget US$30 · Mid US$60 · High US$80
Prices in local money; change the currency in the header to see yours next to them. Every price and the budget calculator →
DecideWhat it is known for, and when the weather works
Decide
What it is known for, and when the weather works
At a glance
What the city is known for, how you fly in, and where to find the phrases.
- Airports
- MSP Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport
Best months at a glance
From the guide's best and avoid lists
Jan
Avoid
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
Feb
Avoid
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
Mar
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Apr
not flagged
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
May
not flagged
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
Jun
Best
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
Jul
Best
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
Aug
Best
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
Sep
Best
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
Oct
not flagged
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
Nov
not flagged
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
Dec
Avoid
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
Best: Jun–Sep. Avoid: Dec–Feb. Month by month →
Warmest Jul (29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)), coolest Jan (−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C) low), wettest Jun (9 rain days), driest Jan (5). Averages, not a forecast.
Weather and climate
Maple Grove: next 7 days
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Forecast: Open-Meteo (CC BY 4.0), model data for this point.
Air quality
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Model estimate (CAMS via Open-Meteo), not a street-level station; readings near busy roads run higher.
Jan
−4°C (25°F)25°F (−4°C)
−14°C (7°F)7°F (−14°C)
5 rd
Feb
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
−13°C (9°F)9°F (−13°C)
5 rd
Mar
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−7°C (19°F)19°F (−7°C)
6 rd
Apr
13°C (55°F)55°F (13°C)
−1°C (30°F)30°F (−1°C)
7 rd
May
20°C (68°F)68°F (20°C)
6°C (43°F)43°F (6°C)
8 rd
Jun
26°C (79°F)79°F (26°C)
12°C (54°F)54°F (12°C)
9 rd
Jul
29°C (84°F)84°F (29°C)
15°C (59°F)59°F (15°C)
9 rd
Aug
28°C (82°F)82°F (28°C)
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
8 rd
Sep
22°C (72°F)72°F (22°C)
9°C (48°F)48°F (9°C)
7 rd
Oct
14°C (57°F)57°F (14°C)
3°C (37°F)37°F (3°C)
6 rd
Nov
5°C (41°F)41°F (5°C)
−5°C (23°F)23°F (−5°C)
5 rd
Dec
−2°C (28°F)28°F (−2°C)
−12°C (10°F)10°F (−12°C)
5 rd
High / low, both scales · rd = rain days
Arrive & moveAirports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Arrive & move
Airports are listed under At a glance; this is how to move once you are in
Getting around
Car or rideshare is fastest; Maple Grove Transit Express connects to downtown Minneapolis M‑F. Jefferson Lines buses also stop at the Maple Grove Transit Station.
See & doDay-trips, door to door
See & do
Day-trips, door to door
Day-trips
Fish Lake Regional Park
goDoor to door: 15 min total
Drive 5 min via I‑94/494 exit 28; or Maple Grove Transit to the park stop
Fishing, swimming, hiking, biking.
The Shoppes at Arbor Lakes
goDoor to door: 10 min total
Drive 5 min; or bus to Arbor Lakes stop
Shopping and dining.
AMC Arbor Lakes 16
goDoor to door: 10 min total
Walk 2 min from the Shoppes or drive 5 min
IMAX and 3D screenings.
Eat & sleepWhich area to sleep in
Eat & sleep
Which area to sleep in
Where to sleep
Areas, not hotels: pick the one that fits your arrival time and plans.
Minneapolis downtown
Convenient rail and bus links; best for evening return.
PracticalWhat a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Practical
What a day costs, what to watch out for, and the pocket card
Cost per day
- Budget
- $30–$50 excl. transport
- Mid
- $50–$80 excl. transport
Trip budget
| Hotel room in Minneapolis1 × 1 night × US$80 | US$80 |
| Food, local transport, entries1 × 1 day × US$30 | US$30 |
| Maple Grove Transit round‑trip1 × US$5 · check | US$5 |
| Buffer 10%Price creep, a taxi you did not plan, one splurge | US$12 |
| Trip total≈ US$127 per person per day, bed included | US$127 |
2026 estimate in USD; flights and car rental excluded.
Prices of common things
| Coffee | $2–$4 |
| Fast‑food meal | $5–$9 |
| Movie ticket | $12–$15 |
| Parking (2 h) | $3–$5 |
2026 estimate; check locally.
Watch out
Safety
- Winter snow can make roads icy; check road conditions in Dec–Feb.
- Park hours: Fish Lake Regional Park opens 5 AM–10 PM daily.
Emergency numbers
- Police/Fire/Ambulance
- 911
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Emergency
- Police/Fire/Ambulance911
Embassy
US consulates are in Minneapolis and St. Paul.
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Fare anchors (2026 estimate)
- Maple Grove Transit round‑trip: about $5 (check)
Say or show
- Ursäkta — Excuse me / Sorry (ursäkta)
- Tack — Thank you (tack)
- Hur mycket kostar det? — How much is it? (hur mycket kostar det)
- Var är toaletten? — Where is the restroom? (var är toaletten)
Deep diveWhat this guide covers so far, and its sources
Deep dive
What this guide covers so far, and its sources
Not a trip line yet
This is a basic guide: no airport-to-bed contract, walking clusters or day plans are published for Maple Grove. Airport, fare and schedule details are unverified; check the operators before you fly.
What we know, and what is coming
On this page
- Best months: Jun–Sep · avoid Dec–Feb (cold, snow) · month by month →
- 1 airport and 1 area to sleep in
- Weather: a 7-day forecast and monthly averages
- Cost per day in 2 bands
- 3 day-trips, door to door
- 2 things to watch out for, with emergency numbers
Coming as the guide grows
- Park‑to‑mall walking loop (5 min).
- Transit‑to‑downtown Minneapolis for evening dining.
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