Bring the kids out to a place where they can touch, climb, splash, crawl, push, pull and press everything in sight. The Minnesota Children’s Museum offers fun-filled, hands-on exhibitions and attractions that allow children to explore and learn about the world by playing. Children can learn about the natural world, other cultures, history and art at the different galleries.
Head over to Saint Paul’s West Side for "La Fiesta Mas Caliente de Minnesota"—Minnesota’s Spiciest Celebration—Cinco de Mayo! Mexican and other Latino organizations celebrate their culture by hosting a variety of performances. Aside from delicious food, you can expect to see a colorful parade, a lowrider car show and music to keep the party going all day (and evening) long.
Listen to a delightful performance by the Saint Paul Chamber Orchestra, America’s only full-time professional chamber orchestra. One of the finest in the world, this versatile chamber orchestra presents over 130 concerts and educational events annually. You may also have a chance to catch the orchestra in other cities since the world-renown SPCO tours both nationally and internationally.
Based in nearby Minneapolis, The Hitching Company offers romantic horse-drawn carriage rides in Saint Paul as well. Explore the Twin Cities’ respective downtown areas on guided tours or rent a carriage for a special occasion. Enjoy the knowledge of your tour guide or just ride in romantic silence while you take in the beautiful sights of Saint Paul.