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 acclaimed theatre scene 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
Explore the lives of Minnesota's Greatest Generation, control the weather and travel back to the 1930s at this interactive historical research facility.
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.
Grand Casino Arena
Catch an event at Grand Casino Arena during your trip to St. Paul. Experience the area's fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
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
Excellent stay.
Reviewed on 29 Jan, 2026
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
Perfect location for an event at the Grand Casino Arena. Nice place!
Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown
Staff were fantastic place was clean
Reviewed on 26 Jan, 2026
Celeste of St Paul
Stay was good. Breakfast is alright nothing special but it’s free and that’s good. There is no microwave in the room and there is no laundry on site. It’s great for a one or two night stay - definitely not good for an extended stay though. Overall it’s a nice hotel with awesome decor and ...
Reviewed on 27 Jan, 2026
Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown
Wonderful place to stay!!
Reviewed on 24 Jan, 2026
Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG
Great stay
Reviewed on 20 Jan, 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.
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.
Powderhorn
If you're spending time in Powderhorn, check out sights like Minneapolis Institute of Art or Hennepin Overland Railway Historical Society 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.
