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 art galleries 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
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 fascinating museums and acclaimed theatre scene.
Things to do
Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley
Mall of America: Moose Mountain Adventure Golf Ticket
Minnesota Wild Ice Hockey Game at Xcel Energy Center
St. Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows
Minnesota’s Storied City: A Self-Guided Tour of Downtown St. Paul
Top hotels in Downtown St. Paul
The Saint Paul Hotel
The historic feel of this hotel was appreciated. The lobby had cozy seating and fireplace. The rooms were comfortable and clean. We appreciated the plush bathrobes and toiletries that were supplied, even the blow dryer was high end.
Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026
Drury Plaza Hotel St. Paul Downtown
Clean
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Hyatt Place St. Paul/Downtown
Excellent
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
Celeste of St Paul
Lovely historic building. Friendly staff. Clean room. Good location to get to Wild game.
Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026
Holiday Inn St. Paul Downtown by IHG
My only complaint is the rooms and beds are small but everything else was great!
Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel St. Paul Downtown
Clean
Reviewed on 27 Feb 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, Science Museum of Minnesota and Mississippi River are top sights worth seeing.
Macalester - Groveland
Macalester - Groveland might not have many top sights, but Allianz Field and Riverview Theater are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
