Overview
Worthington is a city in Southern Minnesota.
2 sights · 1 places to stay
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Best things about Worthington
Lake Okabena
A large lake to the southwest of downtown Worthington that covers a large chunk of the city.
Memorial Auditorium
Art deco performing arts center built in 1931.
Plan your trip
Best time to visit & weather
Most comfortable: May–Oct. Summer highs reach about 85°F; winter lows dip to about 10°F. Cold months (Jan, Feb, Dec) can bring snow and ice; check road conditions. Wettest: Jun and May. (climate data from nearby Sioux City)
Blue bars: average daily high and low (°F). Purple columns: average monthly rain and melted snow (inches).
Getting there
- From you: to see whether to drive or fly, and how long it takes.
- FSD Sioux Falls Regional Airport, Sioux Falls — 57 mi away. Directions
- SUX Sioux Gateway Airport / Brigadier General Bud Day Field, Sioux City — 93 mi away. Directions
- MSP Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport / Wold–Chamberlain Field, Minneapolis — 146 mi away (major hub). Directions
Interstate 90, US Highway 59, Minnesota Highway 60.
Full “Get in” guide ↓Budget & where to stay
No prices are listed for this place yet. See the Sleep guide ↓ for options.
Sample 1-day itinerary
Day 1
- Morning Lake Okabena
- Afternoon Memorial Auditorium
Stops are grouped by area so each day needs little backtracking. Check opening hours before you go.
Food for you
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Get in
Interstate 90, US Highway 59, Minnesota Highway 60.
See
See Lake Okabena
A large lake to the southwest of downtown Worthington that covers a large chunk of the city.
Sleep
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