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.
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.
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 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 fascinating museums and entertainment choices.
Things to do
Mall of America: Nickelodeon Universe Unlimited Ride Pass
Minneapolis Narrated Scenic Sightseeing Trolley Tour
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour
Top hotels in Downtown St. Paul
The Saint Paul Hotel
This place is amazing, classy, clean, friendly staff.. we had such a great time!
Reviewed on 5 Feb 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
Great place to stay when we were in town for my daughters doctors appointment at Gillette Children’s.
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026
Celeste of St Paul
Clean, funky, parking isnt great
Reviewed on 30 Jan 2026
Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown
Very generous and beautiful rooms! Tall ceilings beautiful big curtains and great breakfast :)
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG
Clean rooms, nice bar and restaurant attached and as close as you can get to the Grand Casino Arena.
Reviewed on 31 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 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.
