Travel Destinations Minnesota 6 Top Stops in Wabasha and Lake City, Minnesota Soaring eagles, a posh B&B and a hand-carved carousel are just some of the reasons to visit Wabasha and Lake City along the Great River Road. By Midwest Living editors Midwest Living editors Midwest Living's experienced editors create best-in-class travel, lifestyle, food, home and garden content you won't find anywhere else. We're loudly, proudly Midwestern, and we're passionate about helping our audience explore and create through award-winning storytelling. Midwest Living's Editorial Guidelines Updated on February 3, 2023 Photo: Jay Wilde Small Mississippi River towns like Wabasha and Lake City hold big appeal. Come for history, natural beauty and outdoor rec—a peaceful getaway highlighted by stops like the National Eagle Center and Lark Toys. 1. National Eagle Center Most people come here to watch eagles from the Wabasha center's two-story windows and the 25-foot-high, outdoor observation platform. But be sure to leave time for the programs about resident eagles, too. Lark Toys. Ginger Crichton 2. Lark Toys Ride beside a troll on a pig or one of the other hand-carved whimsical creatures on the stunning carousel in this sprawling toy store, just 6 miles south of Wabasha in Kellogg. 3. Lake Pepin Pearl Button Company See locally harvested clamshells once used to make pearly buttons, and browse antiques and gifts in Lake City's historic 1866 former button factory. 4. Reads Landing Brewing Company It's all good when North meets South at this 1869 former dry goods store 3 miles northwest of Wabasha. Enjoy a craft beer and creamy garlicky shrimp and grits while watching trains rumble past. 5. Chocolate Escape Indulge in dense and chewy caramels, rich truffles and gourmet chocolates at this sweet shop in downtown Wabasha. Fun Midwest Spring Getaways Turning Waters. Jay Wilde 6. Turning Waters Bed, Breakfast and Brewery Enjoy craft beer brewed onsite at Back Alley Brewing Co. as well as a relaxing stay at this B&B just a block west of Wabasha's downtown. For more information: visitlakecity.org and wabashamn.org Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit