St. Paul, Minnesota, MN
Places to go in St. Paul
23 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.
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Big Rivers Regional Trail
Walking, rollerblading & biking offered on a 4.5-mi. asphalt track with scenic river views.
1498 Mendota Heights Rd, Mendota Heights, MN 55120, USA
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Cherokee Regional Park
Tree-filled park offering a playground, picnic shelters with electricity & scenic overlooks.
700 Cherokee Heights Blvd, St Paul, MN 55107, USA
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Como Regional Park
This 450-acre public space features a zoo, lake, golf course, gardens & multiple picnic pavilions.
1199 Midway Pkwy, St Paul, MN 55118, USA
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Crosby Farm Regional Park North Trailhead
Woodlands featuring 6.7 acres of paved trails, plus picnic areas & access to fishing on the river.
2595 Crosby Farm Rd, St Paul, MN 55116, USA
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Fort Snelling State Park
Boasting a golf course & many trails for hiking, biking or skiing, this park also offers swimming.
101 Snelling Lake Rd, St Paul, MN 55111, USA
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Harriet Island Regional Park
Open space along the river with an indoor event pavilion, paddle boats, a stage & a bed-&-breakfast.
49 Harriet Island Rd, St Paul, MN 55107, USA
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Irvine Park
Quaint neighborhood spot features tree-shaded walking paths, a small gazebo & an ornate fountain.
251 Walnut St, St Paul, MN 55102, USA
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Jensen Lake Trailhead
1398 Carriage Hills Dr, Eagan, MN 55123, USA
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Marydale Park
Scenic space features a fishing pond, volleyball courts, picnic areas, a playground & walking paths.
542 Maryland Ave W, St Paul, MN 55117, USA
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Mattocks Park
Public park featuring a shaded children's play area & grassy open spaces.
441 S Macalester St, St Paul, MN 55105, USA
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Mears Park
Tranquil city park with birch trees, flowers & a man-made stream, plus a pavilion for live events.
221 5th St E, St Paul, MN 55101, USA
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Newell Park
900 Fairview Ave N, St Paul, MN 55104, USA
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Phalen Regional Park
This area with paved trails & a swimming beach has an 18-hole golf course, sports courts & more.
1600 Phalen Dr, St Paul, MN 55106, USA
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Rice Creek North Regional Trail Corridor
Regional hiking, biking & cross-country skiing trail through wetlands along the course of a creek.
Circle Pines, MN 55014, USA
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Rice Park
This downtown gathering place boasts a central fountain, plus a popular winter festival & ice rink.
109 W 4th St, St Paul, MN 55102, USA
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Schaar's Bluff Trail
8500 127th St E, Hastings, MN 55033, USA
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Shadow Falls Park
Small nature park with a waterfall offering a serene place for hiking & picnicking.
30 N Mississippi River Blvd, St Paul, MN 55104, USA
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St. Croix Bluffs Regional Park
579 acres of tranquil riverfront recreational space with a sandy beach, trails, tennis & camping.
10191 St Croix Trail S, Hastings, MN 55033, USA
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Summit Lookout Park
Grassy public park with a 19th-c. bronze eagle sculpture & free outdoor fitness classes in summer.
418 Summit Ave, St Paul, MN 55102, USA
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Tamarack Nature Center
Large preserve with hiking & cross-country skiing trails, plus a play area & orienteering course.
5287 Otter Lake Rd, White Bear Township, MN 55110, USA
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Thompson County Park
360 Butler Ave E, West St Paul, MN 55118, USA
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Upper Landing Park
Public park with water views, a lawn for picnics & lounging, plus paved paths leading to a fountain.
226 Spring St, St Paul, MN 55102, USA
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Wicaḣapi Regional Park
The ancient Indian burial ground is a park with baseball, tennis & a walking tour of 30 ID'd trees.
10 Mounds Blvd, St Paul, MN 55106, USA