Places to See and Things to Do in St. Paul

Attractions and Things to do in St. Paul

Welcome to St. Paul, the capital of Minnesota and one of the famous Twin Cities. St. Paul has something for everyone no matter your age, gender, or interests. The city offers exciting activities year-round—yes, even when the weather turns cold and snowy. What are you waiting for? There’s an endless list of options of things to do in the St. Paul area. Book your rental car and start planning your trip today!

St. Paul Arts & Culture

St. Paul, MN offers a wide variety of experiences when it comes to the arts. A few of our favorites include:

Science Museum of Minnesota

If you think you’ll visit the science museum just to entertain the kids, think again. The Science Museum of Minnesota offers fun, educational exhibits the whole family can enjoy. The museum presents information in a way that is accessible to children while still teaching people of all ages about everything from how the human body works to cryogenics to fossils and clues from the earth’s past.

Minnesota Children’s Museum

Visitors with children will enjoy the exciting Minnesota Children’s Museum. This museum features various exhibits all designed to get your children excited about learning through play and creativity. Don’t forget to pack a pair of socks, as some interactive exhibits require kids to wear socks. Don’t be surprised if your kids get a little wet in some exhibits as well; it’s all part of the fun of discovery and learning.

The Ordway

Music and theatre fans will enjoy a trip to The Ordway. This classic nonprofit performing art center boasts both The Minnesota Opera and the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra. Visit the venue’s website to find tickets and browse upcoming events.

Wabasha Street Caves

See the city from the underground with the Wabasha Street Cave tours. On Thursdays, tour guides walk visitors through the history of the caves starting in the 1840s. In the prohibition era, these caves were even used as a hidden speakeasy. Don’t miss the opportunity to take part in one of the most enjoyable tours you’ll ever experience in St. Paul, MN.

Saint Paul Winter Carnival

Not sure whether you should visit the north during the winter? St. Paul has been putting on a winter carnival every year since 1946, though the event has roots tracing back to the 1880s. The city puts on the carnival every year with various events, attractions and activities, many of which are free to the public.

Past carnivals have featured activities ranging from parades to musical performances to ice sculptures to the crowning of local royalty. Participants can ice skate, race, dance, try their hand at ice carving, and more.