Downtown St. Paul Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Downtown St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Science Museum of Minnesota
The museum where Big Science is played out on the big screen, where monstrous dinosaurs look out onto the Mississippi and where pennies are – hopefully – dropped.
Minnesota History Center
The dust never settles on the history at the Minnesota History Center, a place where the past is vividly bought into the here and now.
Minnesota State Capitol
Minnesota State Capitol is just one of the places to see in St. Paul, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Experience the area's lively festivals or attend a sporting event.
Landmark Center
St. Paul’s remarkable cultural complex is home to a range of premier Twin Cities arts organizations, as well as space for music, dance, theater and public events.
Minnesota Children's Museum
You can take time to visit Minnesota Children's Museum during your travels to St. Paul. Attend a sporting event or simply visit the area's shops.
Grand Casino Arena
Catch an event at Grand Casino Arena during your trip to St. Paul. Experience the area's entertainment choices and great live music.
Activities
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Rock of Ages Blacklight Mini Golf Ticket
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Our pick of the best Downtown St. Paul Hotel Deals
The Saint Paul Hotel
Room was great!! Amenities fabulous, one of the only hotels in St Paul with a mini bar in the room, a great tub, amazing view, a beautiful lobby, and room service!!! Love love love!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
It was lovely I’d love to stay here again!
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown
Great facility, friendly staff, wonderful room and breakfast.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG
Staff was very friendly
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
Sonder by Marriott Bonvoy The Fitz Apartments Downtown St Paul
The room was in pretty good condition the sheets could have been s bit more pristine without hair. But overall everything was immaculate. The front desk staff was very friendly. I enjoyed my stay
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Celeste of St Paul
It’s haunted . . . In a good way. I love this place. Great quirky bar also. I stay here with any shows in St Paul. Recommended.
Reviewed on 10 Nov 2025
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Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. Paul
West Side
If you're spending some time in West Side, Mississippi River and Wabasha Street Caves are top sights worth seeing.
West Seventh
If you're spending some time in West Seventh, Science Museum of Minnesota and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
Dinkytown
Noted for its live music and theatres, there's plenty to explore in Dinkytown. Top attractions like Williams Arena and Mariucci Arena are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at East Bank Station or Stadium Village Station to see more of the city.
South Minneapolis
While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Lake Nokomis or Lake Harriet, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.
Powderhorn
If you're spending time in Powderhorn, check out sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Childrens Theatre Company and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Lake Street - Midtown Station or 38th Street Station.
Downtown East
If you're spending time in Downtown East, you might enjoy attractions like Guthrie Theater and Mill City Museum. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city.
