Downtown St. Paul
Minneapolis - St. Paul
Visit Downtown St. Paul
Popular places to visit
Science Museum of Minnesota
Explore this science museum with its hands-on approach to learning: get up close to dinosaur skeletons or catch a show at the state-of-the-art IMAX theatre.
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.
Minnesota History Center
Explore the lives of Minnesota's Greatest Generation, control the weather and travel back to the 1930s at this interactive historical research facility.
Grand Casino Arena
Catch an event at Grand Casino Arena during your trip to St. Paul. Experience the area's entertainment choices and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mighty Mississippi Self Guided Minneapolis Riverside Tour
Top hotels in Downtown St. Paul
The Saint Paul Hotel
Love staying at the Saint Paul hotel - beautiful lobby, Amazing staff, rooms are clean. Amenities are lovely. Absolutely will stay there again.
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown
The staff was very friendly and the building was very well maintained and clean. Our family enjoyed the pool, breakfast, and the kickback!
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown
Our room was fine, but carpet in the hallway needed to be vacuum. Good area felt safe. The valet person was awesome! He was very friendly!
Reviewed on 19 Mar, 2026
Celeste of St Paul
Clean room. Was very hot when we arrived and staff kindly gave us a fan. Lovely breakfast too
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG
Didn't use the gym, the bar was fun.
Reviewed on 21 Mar, 2026
Hampton Inn & Suites Downtown St. Paul
Loved the staff! They made you feel really welcome!
Reviewed on 20 Mar, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Downtown St. Paul
Northwestern Precinct
If you're spending time in Northwestern Precinct, check out sights like Fitzgerald Theater or Minnesota Children's Museum and hop on the metro to see more of the city at 10th Street Station or Robert Street Station.
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 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, Mississippi National River and Recreation Area and Science Museum of Minnesota 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.
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.
