Area Attractions
Walk from Saint Paul Meeting Center to museums, concerts, shopping, restaurants, theater or a NHL hockey game.
Xcel Energy Center
A multi-purpose entertainment, concert and sports venue. Home to the Minnesota Wild NHL hockey team. (5 minutes) www.xcelenergycenter.com
Science Museum of Minnesota
Known around the world for its interactive and traveling exhibits, and large-format Omnitheater, this museum inspires imaginations and magnificent Mississippi views. Learn about The Dead Sea Scrolls, one of the greatest archaeological finds of the 20th century. (5 minutes) www.smm.org
Minnesota’s Children’s Museum
A non-profit community education institution committed to sparking children’s learning through play. Families learn and play together through creative, interactive exhibits and programs. (5 minutes) www.mcm.org
Ordway Center for the Performing Arts
Home to the Minnesota Opera and the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, this center presents the finest in musical theater, music and dance. (5 minutes) www.ordway.org
Minnesota History Center
Immerse yourself in Minnesota culture with many lively exhibits, multi-media theaters and costumed characters from the past. An interactive museum featuring hands-on exhibits for all ages. (15 minutes) www.mnhs.org
Fitzgerald Theater
Known for its main production, Garrison Keillor’s A Prairie Home Companion, this historic venue is also home to a variety of concerts, lectures and productions from around the world. (5 minutes) www.fitzgeraldtheater.publicradio.org
Lowry Theater
A professional theater company located in the heart of downtown Saint Paul’s charming theater district. (5 minutes) www.thelowry.com
Other area attractions within driving distance:
Minnesota State Capitol
Designed by Cass Gilbert, a nationally renowned Saint Paul architect, the home of Minnesota state government is crowned by the largest unsupported marble dome in the world. (5 minutes) www.mnhs.org
Cathedral of Saint Paul
Modeled after Saint Peter’s Basilica in Rome and dedicated to the citizens of Saint Paul, this distinctive cathedral, now designated the National Shrine of the Apostle Saint Paul, welcomes visitors for tours of its magnificent architecture. (5 minutes) www.cathedralsaintpaul.org
Como Park Zoo & Conservatory
Offering an amazing array of exotic animals and flowers plus many intriguing exhibits and children’s amusement park. (5 minutes) www.comozooconservatory.org
Padelford Riverboat Cruises
Saint Paul boasts more Mississippi River shoreline than any other city along its path, and this modern riverboat cruise follows its scenic route. All cruises are historically narrated and meal service is available on select cruises. (5 minutes) www.riverrides.com
Grand Avenue Shopping
This quaint avenue is great for shopping, dining or relaxing at an outdoor cafe. Grand Avenue boasts a very unmall-like appeal with many antique shops and unique homes. (10 minutes)
Wabasha Street Caves-Gangster Tour
Once the site of the famous speakeasy, The Castle Royal, this popular gangster haunt now offers historic cave tours and evenings of big band music. (5 minutes) www.wabashastreetcaves.com
University of Minnesota
The University of Minnesota, with its main campus in the Twin Cities, is a major research institution offering degrees in 250 fields of study. (15 minutes) www.umn.edu
Mall of America®
The nation’s largest retail and entertainment complex features over 500 specialty stores, 50 restaurants, 7 nightclubs, 14 movie theaters and the nation’s largest indoor theme park. (15 minutes) www.mallofamerica.com
Target Field
New home of the Minnesota Twins MLB team. (15 minutes) www.twins.mlb.com
The Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome
Home of the Minnesota Vikings NFL team. A multi-use stadium that also hosts major concerts and events. (15 minutes) www.vikings.com
Target Center
Home of the Minnesota Timberwolves NBA Basketball team. (15 minutes) www.nba.com/timberwolves
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