Downtown St. Paul Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 art galleries 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 great live music and fascinating museums.
Activities
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Mall of America: Museum of Illusions Entry Ticket
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Our pick of the best Downtown St. Paul Hotel Deals
The Saint Paul Hotel
The room was quiet, clean and well maintained. It was close to an event we attended. You can't beat the price and convenience.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
InterContinental Saint Paul Riverfront by IHG
There was no bar in the room as far as I could tell. Front desk staff was very friendly. I did the valet parking, so yes, it was easy and they were quick getting my car when I checked out. Very pleasant stay. The bed was really comfortable. The room was nice and quiet.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown
Front desk staff were great! Clean and great food.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown
The girl at the front desk was not the most helpful or pleasant. We booked 2 rooms with Expedia and only had one room in the computer. Instead of trying to help us understand what happened and resolve the problem she just simply made us purchase another room and be off. I have to say it is a very ...
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown
The AC in our room did not work and no one came to help us. There was no continental breakfast and when we asked they said "well you have to pay a small fee". Parking is also not free at this hotel.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Celeste of St Paul
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Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
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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, 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.
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.
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.
