The Inn of Seven Gables is located in Sleepy Eye, MN just 11 miles outside of New Ulm and 15 miles out of Springfield. Whether you are in the area for a family vacation or on a business trip, there are plenty of things to do near Ulm. Attractions vary from historic sites and German festivals to outdoor activities at beautiful parks, rivers, and lakes.

Things to Do in Sleepy Eye

Go out boating, swimming, or fishing on Sleepy Eye Lake

Go golfing at Sleep Eye Golf Club

Attend the Corn Day Celebration every year in August

Go out to a city park for sports and a picnic - there is Burnside, Prairie View, Allison, and Kiefer Park

New Ulm Attractions & Activities

Flandrau State Park - see and photograph beautiful scenery and wildlife, swim at the sand bottom pond, hike, picnic, and camp

Glockenspiel - rare, free standing clock tower that is 45 foot tall

August Schell Brewery - second oldest family-owned brewery in America and largest brewery in Minnesota

Hermann Monument - built to honor German heritage; overlooks the city

Minnesota River - fish, raft, or take a picnic by the river

Johnsons Park - walking and biking trails along the Raritan River which runs right through the park. Use the playgrounds, playing fields, picnic areas

New Ulm Events

• Bavarian Blast
• Oktoberfest
• Bockfest
• Fasching

As you can see there is so much to do in this lovely German community. Stay at our hotel while vacationing near New Ulm and enjoy cozy rooms, an excellent location, a pool, hot tub, and continental breakfast all for a great price.

To make a reservation please visit our Reservations Page.