It's the most wonderful time of year to be in Saint Paul. Picture yourself in the historic, bustling atmosphere of downtown Saint Paul as the snow falls gently in a charming setting. Millions of twinkling lights decorate the parks, boulevards and buildings throughout the city. Skate at our new outdoor ice rink located at picturesque Landmark Plaza. Enjoy a holiday production at a Saint Paul theater and relax at an intimate restaurant with a dinner for two.
There are many ways to enjoy Saint Paul during the holiday season as we offer a warm welcome to Minnesota's Capital City!
Holiday Hotels Looking to make a day in Saint Paul a night to remember? How about a weekend getaway filled with shopping, theater, dining and room at a downtown area hotel? Thoughout the winter, Saint Paul is offering our Skate into Great Rates lodging specials, discounted rates at a variety of area hotels. Go to www.visitsaintpaul.com/go/skate for rates and more information.
Rockefeller Center in the Midwest Enjoy the magic of winter in Saint Paul at the new outdoor ice skating rink at LandmarkPlaza. Skaters of all ages and abilities can take in the beauty of downtown Saint Paul while enjoying one of Minnesota's favorite outdoor activities. Skating and the warming house are free, with a small fee for skate rental. Vendors will sell hot chocolate, coffee and snacks. Activities around the rink will include music, carolers and Victorian themed entertainment and displays. Go to www.capitalcitypartnership.com for more information.
Santa's Little Helpers Saint Paul offers some of the most unique shopping in the Midwest. Downtown has specialty shops and Marshall Field's department store. Located a short distance from downtown, Grand Avenue is a charming neighborhood shopping and dining district bursting with a variety of shops, some housed in restored Victorian-era houses. Don't forget to visit the Saint Paul Store for great gift ideas. Saint Paul hats, shirts, pins and more are on sale now. Click here for more shopping in the Saint Paul area.
Spirit of Christmas Saint Paul's many theaters are alive with holiday productions this season. The Great American History Theatre's Christmas of Swing is a holiday twist on a musical favorite. Enjoy a unique and very un-Scrooge like dinner performance of A Christmas Carol at the Harriet Island Pavilion. The Blank Nativity at the Penumbra Theatre is a holiday tradition. Go to our events calendar for more holiday productions.
Specialty Tours Saint Paul is a historic city filled with state historic sites, architecture and historic neighborhood. Travel Summit Avenue, the longest continuous stretch of Victorian houses in the country. The Alexander Ramsey House and James J. Hill House offer unique holiday themed tours. Down in History Tours and MetroConnections delight visitors with guided tours of downtown and neighborhood holiday lights. Check out our events calendar for more interesting holiday tours.
Call 800.627.6101 or 651.265.4900 or send us and email for more information.
