Downtown St. Paul Travel Guide
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Visit Downtown St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Science Museum of Minnesota
Explore the wonders of nature, ancient artifacts and mind-blowing technology at this center, with an Omnitheater and interactive exhibits.
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 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.
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.
Minnesota History Center
Learn about Minnesota’s Greatest Generation, feel a tornado and hear personal stories from the state’s darkest days of war.
Grand Casino Arena
Catch an event at Grand Casino Arena during your trip to St. Paul. Experience the area's acclaimed theatre scene and fascinating museums.
Things to do
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown St. Paul
The Saint Paul Hotel
We used the valet, well worth it! Dinner at the grill and breakfast at the drake - both phenomenal!
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
Our river view room was lovely! Staff was ever helpful and I really appreciated the cafe downstairs for a morning coffee and a walk across the bridge. Everything was accessible from where we were in downtown St. Paul. I would love to come back and stay here next time I am in the Twin Cities.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown
Free breakfast. Rooms clean. Property safe and secure . Very quiet also.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown
Very spacious room, delicious quick breakfast
Reviewed on 14 May 2026
Roami at The Fitz
The place was very clean. Their website was having problem so it was hard to check in.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG
Clean rooms, friendly staff. Fitness center was small but well stocked.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. Paul
Summit - University
If you're spending time in Summit - University, check out sights like Cathedral of Saint Paul or St Paul Curling Club and hop on the metro to see more of the city at Dale Street Station or Victoria Street Station.
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 Mariucci Arena and Weisman Art Museum are major draws, and you can hop on the metro at East Bank Station or Stadium Village Station to see more of the city.
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 U.S. Bank Stadium and Guthrie Theater. You might also enjoy the neighbourhood's great bars before hopping on the metro at Metrodome Station to see more of the city.
South Minneapolis
While you're in South Minneapolis, take in top sights like Parkway Theater or Lake Nokomis, and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 38th Street Station or 46th Street Station.
