Things to do in Saint Paul
Actors Theater of Minnesota
The Actors Theater presents professional stage productions in St. Paul's Fitzgerald Theater. Find Best Western St. Paul lodging nearby. Call 612-673-0404 for more information.
10 East Exchange, St. Paul, MN
Alexander Ramsey House
The Victorian (1872) home of the governor, senator, and secretary of war Alexander Ramsey; original interior and furnishings; elaborate holiday decorations and special holiday tours; reservations recommended. Large group tours are available in April & December. The House is a State Historic Site and is open for tours 10am 3pm Friday & Saturday. Best Western St. Paul lodging is nearby. Call 651-296-8760 for more information.
265 S. Exchange Street, St. Paul, MN
American Museum of Asmat Art
The museum features rotating exhibits of the stunning art of the Asmat, a semi-nomadic people from the rainforest of Papua, New Guinea. Admission fee is charged; open Monday - Thursday 8am 4pm; Friday 8am 12noon. Call 651-287-1132 for more information.
3510 Vivian Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Ballet Minnesota
Ballet Minnesota is dedicated to the pursuit of excellence in dance through public presentations and education. Call 651-290-0513 for more information.
249 East 4th Street, St. Paul, MN
Cafesjian's Carousel
The Cafesjian's Carousel was saved from the auction block in 1988 and kept in storage since 1996. Today it is open at its plush new quarters in Como Park, just a few furlongs from where it all began at the Minnesota State Fairgrounds 89 years ago. The carousel's new home is a $1.1 million Victorian pavilion south of the Como Conservatory. Music comes from a band organ rebuilt by carousel volunteers. In warm weather, organ music will waft from the carousel pavilion when the large overhead doors are opened. $1.50 is charged for all ages, except infants under 1 year ride free. Operating May 1 - May 25 11am - 4pm Tuesday Sunday / May 26 - September 1 11am - 4pm Tuesday Friday; 11am - 6pm Saturday & Sunday; September 2 - October 31 11am - 4pm Saturday & Sunday; closed most Mondays for maintenance. Open for holidays such as Memorial Day, July 4th and Labor Day 11am - 4pm. Call 651-489-4628 for more information.
1245 Midway Parkway, St. Paul, MN
Capital City Trolley
Enjoy downtown Saint Paul on one of our historic, rubber-tired trolleys providing historical tours of the downtown and surrounding neighborhoods. Included on the tour are Summit and Grand avenues, Irvine Park and all major downtown attractions and retail areas. Tours are by reservation; please call ahead; trolleys are available for charter or group tour. Operating Tuesday & Thursday 10am - 2pm (last tour starts at 1pm); Sunday 11am -4pm (last tour starts at 3pm). Call 651-223-5600 for more information.
345 Kellogg Blvd West, St. Paul, MN
Cathedral of Saint Paul
This is a renaissance style cathedral of the Archdiocese of St Paul and Minneapolis, built in 1906-15. Open Monday -Thursday 7am - 5:30pm; Friday 7am - 4pm; Saturday 7am - 8pm; Sunday 7am - 6pm; guided tours are offered Monday, Wednesday & Friday at 1pm, except holidays. Call 651-228-1766 for more information.
239 Selby Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Como Park Conservatory & Japanese Garden
The Como Park Conservatory is the largest glass-domed botanical garden in the region. Located in Saint Pauls Como Park, the garden occupies one-half acre under glass, and includes the seasonal one acre Como Ordway Memorial Japanese Garden to the north, and the Enchanted Garden and Frog Pond Landscape to the east. Open April - September 10am - 6pm; October - March 10am - 4pm. Call 651-487-801 for more information.
1325 Aida Place, St. Paul, MN
Como Zoo & Conservatory Zoo
Featuring indoor and outdoor exhibits, including large cats, great apes, polar bears & aquatic animals. The Conservatory has permanent tropical and changing seasonal plants and flowers. The amusement park features kiddy rides and concessions. The Cafesjians Carousel is now in Como Park with seasonal operation April - October. The Japanese Garden is open April 1 - September 30 10am - 6pm; October 1 - March 31 10am - 4pm. Because the Zoo & Conservatory remain open during inclement weather, some animals may be off display, and some exhibits or gardens may be closed. Located at Midway Pkwy & Kaufman Drive. Call 651-487-8200 for more information.
Dale Warland Singers
The Dale Warland Singers is an internationally renowned, award-winning, 40-voice professional chorus led by founder and music director, Dale Warland. Based in the Twin Cities, the Dale Warland Singers mission is to enrich, inspire and entertain its audiences through the superb, world-class performance of important a cappella choral music, while fostering awareness, understanding and appreciation of recent choral music repertoire. Call 651-632-5870 for more information.
2300 Myrtle Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Dodge Nature Center
Enjoy this 320-acre environmental educational preserve that provides nature-based education and outdoor experiences for thousands each year. Six miles of trail on three parcels of land wind through rich woodland areas dotted with ponds and streams, past prairies, and across a floating boardwalk to a wetland area. Facilities include a model farm, preschool, apple orchard, apiary, reptile/amphibian lab, maple sugar house, classrooms and rental facilities. Open year round Monday - Friday 8am -4:30pm by reservation only; Saturday 10am - 4pm; closed Sunday. Call 651-455-4531 for more information.
365 W. Marie Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Down in History Tours
Offering a fresh alternative to the typical city tour, our theme tours are narrated by knowledgeable, talented guides who make history fascinating. Guides interact with your group while dressed and performing as historical regional characters. Choose from the St. Paul Gangster Tour, Wabasha Street Cave Tour, Ghosts & Graves Tour, Minneapolis Mobs Tour, Rivers & Roots Tour, and Winter Lights (seasonal). Our tours are great for schools, too! Enjoy a fun-filled blast from the past! Call 888-679-9896 for more information.
215 Wabasha Street South, St. Paul, MN
E.M. Pearson Theatre
Fitzgerald Theater
St Paul's oldest surviving theater space, dating from 1910, and today has been restored to its original elegance. Our schedule includes theater and classical, jazz, folk, country, and popular music events. Box office is open Tuesday - Friday noon - 6pm; Saturday 10am - 2pm. Call 651-290-1221 for more information.
10 Exchange Street E., St. Paul, MN
Front Avenue Pottery & Tile Co.
Featuring pottery, a clay studio & gallery. Clay artists & potters work every day making and firing functional stoneware pottery and tile. This Minnesota made wood fired pottery is for sale in the gallery which is open 10am - 5pm Monday Friday or by appointment. Call 651-489-4374 for more information.
895 Front Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Gateway State Trail
This is a 19-mile multi-use trail situated between St Paul & Washington County. The western portion of the trail runs through St Paul, Maplewood & North St Paul. The eastern part of the trail travels through the countryside of Washington County. An adjacent 10-mile non-paved trail is open to horseback riders, and ties into local trails. The eastern end is in Pine Point County Park off Co Rd 55. Biking, hiking, in-line skating, horseback riding and cross country skiing. Located in Ramsey and Washington counties. Call 888-646-6367 for more information.
Great American History Theater
The History Theatre is a professional theater organization producing new plays by local authors about Minnesota and the Midwest. Performances held October - May Thursday 7:30pm; Friday & Saturday 8pm; Sunday 2pm. Call 651-292-4323 for more information.
30 East 10th Street, St. Paul, MN
Great River Road Scenic Byway
The 750-mile officially designated scenic byway follows "Old Man River" from its source at Lake Itasca through the lakes and forests of northern Minnesota, the plains and agricultural areas in the central part of the state, through the Twin Cities metropolitan area and the bluffs and river towns of southeast Minnesota to the Iowa border. Call 651-224-9903 for more information.
Historic Fort Snelling
The 750-mile officially designated scenic byway follows "Old Man River" from its source at Lake Itasca through the lakes and forests of northern Minnesota, the plains and agricultural areas in the central part of the state, through the Twin Cities metropolitan area and the bluffs and river towns of southeast Minnesota to the Iowa border. Call 612-726-1171 for more information.
Jackson Street Roundhouse
The roundhouse was built by the Great Northern Railroad in 1907 and today is located on the site of the first railroad maintenance shops in Minnesota. The old steam locomotive "Roundhouse" is being turned into a museum of Minnesota Railroading. The turntable has been restored and the roundhouse is open for visitors all year long. Kids of all ages can ride the Rock Island Rocket at the Jackson Street Roundhouse. Open Wednesday 10am - 4pm; Saturday 10am - 5pm. Call 651-228-0263 for more information.
193 Pennsylvania Avenue E., St. Paul, MN
James J. Hill House
This elaborate, 45-room 1891 mansion of railroad giant, James J. Hill offers guided tour that include the art gallery, living quarters, work areas in the basement. You will find changing exhibits in gallery; please call for reservations; tours last 1 ผ hours. The house is a State Historic Site and is open from 10am - 3:30pm Wednesday - Saturday; 1 - 3:30pm Sunday. Guided tours are offered every 30 minutes. Call 651-297-2555 for more information.
240 Summit Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Landmark Center
The community center is located in a 1902 restored Federal Courts building that offers the public a diverse program of performing and visual arts, civic activities and guided historic tours. Open Monday Wednesday & Friday 8am - 5pm; Thursday 8am - 8pm; Saturday 10am - 5pm; Sunday 12 - 5pm. Call 651-292-3225 for more information.
75 5th Street W., St. Paul, MN
Larson Art Gallery
The 520-square-foot Paul Whitney Larson Art Gallery is located on the Lower Level of the St. Paul Student Center. Exhibitions are curated, designed, installed and promoted by the Visual Arts Committee of the Twin Cities Student Unions Programs and Activities Board. Open Monday, Wednesday & Friday 10am 4pm; Thursday noon 8pm; closed Saturday & Sunday. Call 612-625-0214 for more information.
2017 Buford Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Lindell Carriage Company
Enjoy a horse-drawn carriage ride from mid-April December; summer hours are Friday & Saturday 6:30pm - 11pm; winter Friday Saturday 5:30pm - 9pm. Located at 5th & Market Street. Call 651-438-3452 for more information.
Mighty Mississippi Passport
Why not discover, explore and care for the Mississippi River by completing passport activities? The Mighty Mississippi Passport Program is a collection of fun filled family-friendly events and activities on or near the river in the Minneapolis/St. Paul Metro Area and at the Mississippi Headwaters in northern Minnesota. Rewards and prizes for completed passports! Located at the Mississippi National River & Recreation Area. Call 651-290-3030 for more information.
111 E Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN
Minnesota Air Guard Museum
Due to September 11, 2001, the museum is temporarily closed. For information about when the museum will reopen and the aircraft, artifacts and memorabilia will be available for public viewing, please check the museum website. The Museum is located at the MN Air Guard Base in St. Paul. Call 612-713-2523 for more information.
Minnesota Centennial Showboat
The Showboat is permanently moored at Harriet Island in St. Paul, and offers live theater performances June - August. The Showboat is also available for private special events all year. Please contact us directly for more information and pricing. Call 800-543-3908 for more information.
Minnesota Children's Museum
The Minnesota Children's Museum is at the heart of where fun meets learning. It's where kids can touch, climb, splash, crawl, push, pull, and press it all! Children ages 6 months through 10 years and their adult guests can explore six galleries packed with extraordinary hands-on adventures. Burrow through a giant anthill, take the stage in a music studio, create your own thunderstorm or operate a big crane. Open Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday & Sunday 9am 5pm; Friday 9am 8pm; Monday (Memorial Day - Labor Day & holidays) 9am 5pm; closed Easter, Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve and Christmas Day. Call 651-225-6000 for more information.
10 W. 7th Street, St. Paul, MN
Minnesota Historical Society
The Museum operates Tuesdays 10am 8pm; Wednesdays - Saturdays 10am 5pm; Sundays noon 5pm; open Mondays in July & August & most holidays. Library hours are Tuesdays noon 9pm; Wednesday - Saturday 9am 5pm. Call 800-657-3773 for more information.
345 Kellogg Blvd W., St. Paul, MN
Minnesota Jewish Theatre Company
This theatre company performs at the Hillcrest Center Theatre. Please contact us directly for performance schedule, times and ticket prices. Call 651-647-4315 for more information.
1978 Ford Parkway, St. Paul, MN
Minnesota Museum of American Art
The Minnesota Museum of American Art is St. Paul's Art Museum, located in the historic Landmark Center. The Museum features a diverse collection of American art by national and regional artists from the 19th century to the present. Special exhibitions that highlight significant American artists and movements are presented throughout the year. Guided tours are available and the Museum is open Thursday 11am 8pm; Friday & Saturday 11am 4pm; Sunday 1- 5pm. The Museum will be closed Monday through Wednesday & all major holidays. Located at the Landmark Center, 2nd floor. Call 651-292-4355 for more information.
75 W. 5th Street, St. Paul, MN
Minnesota Wild
This Professional hockey team plays their home games at the Xcel Center in St Paul. Please contact us for schedule of home games and times. Call 651-222-WILD for more information.
317 Washington Street, St. Paul, MN
Minnesota Youth Symphonies
Since its founding in 1972, Minnesota Youth Symphonies has provided the opportunity for young people with a love of music to learn professional practice and performance standards in orchestral ensembles dedicated to artistic achievements at the highest levels. Performances are held at 6:30pm. Call 651-699-5811 for more information.
790 Cleveland Avenue S., St. Paul, MN
Mississippi National River & Recreation Area / Visitors Center
The Mississippi National River and Recreation Area is a narrow corridor of land on either side of the Mississippi River extending from Dayton, MN on the north boundary through the Minneapolis/St. Paul area and downstream to Hastings, MN. The Visitor Center is located at the Science Museum of MN Bldg, 5th Floor. Call 651-293-0200 for more information.
120 Kellogg Blvd W., St. Paul, MN
North Star Opera
This is the Twin Cities premier presenter of operetta. Using the best local professional singers, instrumentalists, directors and stage artisans, they create locally conceived productions that strive to be historically accurate while relevant to modern audiences. Performances are held in the E.M. Pearson Theater at Concordia University in St. Paul. Performances are sung in English and the North Star Opera productions have high musical and dramatic impact and unique accessibility.
O'Shaughnessy Auditorium
Open year round and during the summer season, all areas are open plus interpretive programs are offered. During the winter season, the visitor center only is open. Located at the College of St Catherine. Call 651-690-6700 for more information.
2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Old Muskego Church
The Old Muskego Church was the first church built by Norwegian immigrants in America. The church was originally constructed in Racine, Wisconsin in 1844, but by the beginning of the twentieth century had outlived it usefulness and in 1904 was carefully dismantled and reconstructed on the grounds of Luther Seminary. The church is still used occasionally for seminary functions and may also be rented for other small events. Call 651-641-3456 for more information.
2481 Como Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
The Ordway Center for the Performing Arts produces and presents world-class performances including classical music, opera, musicals, educational programs, and international theatre, dance, and music. Recognized as one of the leading nonprofit performing arts centers in the nation, Ordway Center for the Performing Arts opened its doors January 1, 1985. Call 651-224-4222 for more information.
345 Washington Street, St. Paul, MN
Park Square Theatre
Professional productions in an intimate setting are offered by this unique theatre group. The Park Square Theatre offers a unique mix of popular classics and the finest new plays from Broadway and Off-Broadway. Season runs from January 1 August 31. Call 651-291-7005 for more information.
20 W. Seventh Place, St. Paul, MN
Penumbra Theatre
Minnesota's only black professional theatre producing ground breaking pieces that illuminate the African-American experience. Season runs from August June; box office is open Monday - Friday 10am -5pm; Saturday 6:30 - 8:30pm; Sunday noon - 3pm / 6 - 7:30pm. Call 651-224-3180 for more information.
270 Kent Street N., St. Paul, MN
Phalen Regional Park
Cross-Country Skiing is offered with a 10.0 km track set and a 10.0 km skate-ski. You will find mostly intermediate level trails with a trail that runs across a golf course. Trail maps are available at the chalet weekend days. The park is open daily from Sunrise to 11pm. Call 651-266-6445 for more information.
25 W. Fourth Street, St. Paul, MN
Pig's Eye Theatre Company
The Pig's Eye Theatre Company's mission is to produce collaborative works of theatre in an accessible way in order to both entertain and educate on both sides of the stage. We will achieve this through quality productions of classical, contemporary, and most importantly, new works. Located in St. Paul. Call 612-362-5987 for more information.
RiverCentre
RiverCentre is comprised of three separate but connected buildings: Roy Wilkins Auditorium, Touchstone Energyฎ Place, and Xcel Energy Center. The multiuse venue hosts a variety of activities from family and consumer shows to concerts and sporting events. A skyway connects the facility to its parking ramp and a climate-controlled tunnel connects Touchstone Energy Place to the downtown skyway system. Call 651-265-4800 for more information.
175 West Kellogg Blvd., St. Paul, MN
Schubert Club & Museum of Musical Instruments
The Schubert Club has been promoting classical recital music with performances in the Twin Cities for more than one hundred years. The Museum of Musical Instruments displays instruments from its historical keyboard collection that spans 450 years. Other exhibits include musical instruments from around the world and musical manuscripts. Free admission; tours for groups (max. 25 people) should be arranged in advance. We are open year round Monday - Friday 11am - 3pm. Lower Level at the Landmark Center. Call 651-292-3267 for more information.
75 W. 5th Street, St. Paul, MN
Science Museum of Minnesota / Omnitheater
Come and view our many centers and galleries featuring the Science & technology center featuring Dinosaurs and Fossils Gallery, Experiment Gallery, Collections Gallery, Human Body Gallery, Mississippi River Gallery and special traveling exhibits. The Omnitheater is a domed theater with the world's largest and most sophisticated projection system showing changing special large-format films. 3D multi-media laser show. We are open during the summer Monday Saturday 9:30am - 9pm; Sunday 10:30am - 5pm / Labor Day June 4 Monday Wednesday 9:30am - 5pm; Thursday - Saturday 9:30am - 9pm; Sunday 10:30am - 5pm. Call 651-221-9444 for more information.
120 Kellogg Blvd W., St. Paul, MN
St Paul Saints Professional Baseball Club
This is a professional baseball team that plays in the Northern League. Games played at Midway Stadium from Memorial Day - Labor Day. You will find lots of fun and creative promotions in addition to great baseball. This is affordable family fun! Office hours are April - September Monday - Friday 9am - 6pm; Saturday 10am - 2pm. Call 651-644-6659 for more information.
1771 Energy Park Drive, St. Paul, MN
Summit Brewing Company
Learn all about the history of the Summit Brewing Company, the process for making beer, take a look at the facility and the best part - tasting the beer. (Must be 21 years of age to taste the beer.) Tours are offered at 1pm Tuesday, Thursday & Saturday; reservations are required for Saturday tours. Open Monday - Friday 9am - 5pm; Saturday 1 - 3pm. Call 651-265-7800 for more information.
910 Montreal Circle, St. Paul, MN
The Catherine G. Murphy Gallery
The gallery consists of two wings; each wing has 750-square feet of exhibition space with 95-feet of linear wall space and approximately 11-foot ceilings. The gallery features local, national and international artists with an emphasis on women artists and women's issues. Five to seven exhibitions are held annually between September and May. The gallery is open Monday - Friday 8am 8pm; Saturday & Sunday noon - 6 pm. Located at the College of St Catherine. Call 651-690-6637 for more information.
2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN
The Goldstein: A Museum of Design
Enjoy this collection of decorative arts, costumes and textiles of 19th and 20th centuries. Focus is on design and designed objects. Open year round Monday - Friday 10am - 4pm; Thursday 10am - 8pm; Saturday & Sunday 1:30 - 4:30pm except holidays. Located at 244 McNeal Hall. Call 612-624-7434 for more information.
1985 Buford Avenue, St. Paul, MN
The Mall of St Paul
Explore 6000 sq. feet of antiques, collectibles and vintage everything! Located in a wonderful neighborhood offering more than 50 different Dealer businesses, housed in a comfortable, friendly, clean environment. Parking lot and ample street parking available. Great prices! Open Tuesday Saturday 10am - 6pm. Call 651-647-6163 for more information.
1817 Selby Avenue, St. Paul, MN
The Minnesota Opera
The Minnesota Opera has built an international reputation for its innovative and thought-provoking approach to traditional and contemporary opera repertoire. Operating January May; call for show schedule. Performances held at the Ordway Center for Performing Art. Call 612-333-2700 for more information.
345 Washington Street, St. Paul, MN
The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota
The Raptor Center specializes in the medical care, rehabilitation, and conservation of eagles, hawks, owls, and falcons. Enjoy programs on The Raptors of Minnesota and meet our 29 education birds when you visit the Center. Open year round Tuesday Friday 10am 4pm; Saturday & Sunday noon 4pm; closed Mondays, major holidays and University holidays. Call 800-970-8636 for more information.
1920 Fitch Avenue, St. Paul, MN
The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra
The Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, under the leadership of Andreas Delfs, the SPCO is widely regarded as one of the finest chamber orchestras in the world. The Chamber Orchestra is internationally renowned for its artistic excellence and remarkable versatility of music styles. Performing at eight Twin Cities locations, including our "home" the Ordway Center for the Performing Arts. Season runs September May and offices located at the Hamm Building, Suite 500. Call 651-291-1144 for more information.
408 St. Peter Street, St. Paul, MN
Twin City Model Railroad Museum
This extensive 3,000-sq-ft 0-scale operating model railroad layout features Twin Cities landmarks and trains. Our "New Addition" now includes many new artifacts, R.R. Art Gallery, and displays. We are located on the second floor in Historic Bandana Square (formerly the Northern Pacific Como Shops) a converted 100-year-old train car shop. Closed holidays. Open Tuesday Thursday 11am - 3pm; Friday 11am - 7pm; Saturday 10am - 6pm; Sunday 12 - 5pm. We also offer a work night on Tuesdays from 6 - 8pm for Membership / Volunteer information & open to the Public. Located at 1021 Bandana Blvd E at Bandana Square. Call 651-647-9628 for more information.
1021 Bandana Blvd E., St. Paul, MN
University of Minnesota Split Rock Arts Program
Spend a week in an exciting, supportive arts community to develop your skills, reinvigorate your creative energies and refresh your spirit! The Split Rock Arts Program is a series of weeklong summer workshops. Drawing & painting; photographing nature; creative writing; exploring fabric design and dyeing, quilting, book arts, bead art, fiber art, ceramics, and sculpture; and more. Workshops are held on the U of M's Duluth campus with retreat-style workshops at the Cloquet Forestry Center. Weeklong intensive workshops are offered in June, July, and August. Open Sunday 6 - 8pm; Monday Friday 9am - 5pm; Saturday ends by 11am. Located at 360 Coffey Hall. Call 612-625-8100 for more information.
1420 Eckles Avenue, St. Paul, MN
Wabasha Street Caves
Come and experience the history of these sandstone caves. You will explore the original mined caves and see the finished caves (once a romantic night club called The Castle Royal). Hear the legends of the mobster massacres and ghostly lore in the most unique setting from Chicago to San Francisco. Take our 45-minute walking tour - reservations are not required. Tour times are Thursday 5pm; Saturday 11am; Sunday 11am (April - December).
Wescott Station Antiques
Open Monday - Saturday 9:30am - 6pm; closed Sundays. Call 651-227-2469 for more information.
226 W. 7th Street, St. Paul, MN