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Things To Do

For those who are staying a little longer or looking for things to explore while you’re in the Bismarck area, we’ve put together a list of some of our favorite spots, favorite restaurants, and a few family-friendly activities for those traveling with children. We hope you enjoy experiencing some of the places that are special to us!

Blarney Stone Pub

408 East Main Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58501

We went here on our first date! Charming authentic Irish pub with delicious food and drinks!

JL Beers

217 North 3rd Street, Bismarck, ND 58501

Our favorite burger place in Bismarck!

Laughing Sun Brewing Co.

1023 East Front Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58504

Great brewery in Bismarck! Also has axe throwing, delicious BBQ, and live music on weekends.

Charras Bismarck

4503 Skyline Crossings, Bismarck, ND 58503

Delicious Mexican cuisine with casual, family-friendly atmosphere. Offers guacamole made fresh at the table.

University of Mary

7500 University Drive, Bismarck, ND 58504

We both completed undergraduate and graduate school here! This is where we first met. It is worth it to drive to campus to walk around and look at the beautiful views!

North Dakota's Gateway to Science

1600 Canary Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58501

Wonderful interactive museum for kids! Also has an 'outdoor explorium' featuring a pollinator garden, a sensory play center, and a child-controlled excavator.

Super Slide Amusement Park

500 Riverside Park Road, Bismarck, ND 58504

A local amusement park with mini golf, go-karts, a carousal, a small rollercoaster, a giant slide, a ferris wheel, and more! Also near a variety of fun parks and walking paths along the river.

Dakota Zoo

602 Riverside Park Road, Bismarck, ND 58504

Very fun local zoo featuring a variety of animals.

Raging Rivers Waterpark

2600 46th Avenue Southeast, Mandan, ND 58554

A family-friendly outdoor waterpark with water slides and a lazy river.

Pioneer Park

1500 River Road, Bismarck, ND 58503

One of Rachael's favorite parks in Bismarck for running or walking. Also has a playground, sand volleyball courts, and trees perfect for hammocking!

North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum

612 East Boulevard Avenue, Bismarck, ND 58505

A fun museum showcasing North Dakota’s history, culture, and dinosaurs — great for all ages.

Fort Abraham Lincoln State Park

4480 Fort Lincoln Road, Mandan, ND 58554

Scenic state park with hiking trails, historic sites, and stunning views of the Missouri River. The oldest state park in North Dakota!

Lewis and Clark Riverboat

1700 River Road, Bismarck, ND 58503

Relaxing riverboat cruise along the Missouri River with beautiful views of Bismarck. If interested in this, you would need to book well in advance, as the cruises fill up quickly.

Chief Looking's Village

2023 Burnt Boat Rd, Bismarck, ND 58503

Scenic overlook of the Missouri River with walking trails and a small playground.