The City of Chanhassen is a great community about 30 minutes southwest of downtown Minneapolis, and was ranked as the #4 Best Place to Live by CNN Money Magazine. It is a fun, family-friendly city and has activities throughout the year to enjoy with your kids! Visit some of these family favorite spots in Chanhassen: 1. Summer Beach Favorites - Lake Ann Park and for a smaller, tucked away neighborhood beach check out Carver Beach on Lotus Lake. 2. Take the family for a trip to the Minnesota Landscape Arboretum! This is also a great place to showcase Minnesota to family and friends who come to (0 comments)