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Edinborough Park is a super cool indoor park located in Edina, Minnesota. It's like a giant playground and fitness center all under one roof! This amazing park covers about 1 acre (which is roughly 4,000 square meters). It's a great place for families and friends to have fun, exercise, and relax, no matter what the weather is like outside.

Edinborough Park, Edina, Oct 2017
Inside Edinborough Park, showing its large indoor space.

What Makes Edinborough Park Special?

This unique park is run by the City of Edina. It has many different areas for activities. You can find a big swimming pool, a special theater, a running track, and even a huge indoor playground. There's also a room for parties and events.

Fun Things to Do at the Park

Edinborough Park offers lots of ways to play and stay active.

Swimming and Fitness

The park has a junior-Olympic size swimming pool. This means it's big enough for serious swimming or just splashing around. There's also a running track and a fitness area. These are perfect for people who want to exercise indoors.

The Adventure Peak Playground

One of the most exciting parts is the huge indoor playground, often called Adventure Peak. It's a massive play structure with slides, tunnels, and climbing areas. Kids can spend hours exploring and burning off energy here.

Greek-Style Amphitheater

Inside the park, you'll find a 250-seat theater. It's designed like an ancient Greek amphitheater. This space is used for shows, concerts, and other community events. It's a great spot to watch performances.

Plants and Pathways

What makes Edinborough Park truly special is its indoor garden. Over 6,000 plants, trees, and flowers grow inside the park. Winding pathways connect all the different activity areas. It feels like walking through a beautiful, green oasis, even when it's cold outside.

Who Can Visit Edinborough Park?

The park is open to the public. People can pay a fee to enter and enjoy all the facilities.

Nearby Homes and Hotels

Around the park, there are condominium buildings and a Residence Inn by Marriott hotel. People living in these places or staying at the hotel can access the pool and track directly from inside their buildings. They also pay to use the park's other features.

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