Suggestions for Landmarks and Outdoors near Saint Paul

Steve B. • January 13, 2016The conservatory is amazing, especially in winter when you need a bit of heat and green growing things!

Kaitlin G. • June 28, 2012A great lunch destination for the M-F work crowd in the summer. You can almost always find a food truck or two plus plenty of benches for the sun and shade lovers alike.

Sarah W. • July 29, 2010Very affordable to rent for a party or event. Don't overlook the historic and fabulous courtrooms!

Steve B. • January 12, 2016Beautiful spot! LOVE the stream!

Brendan N. • November 3, 2012Great view of St Paul and lots of amazing Victorian era houses.

Arun D. • November 20, 2015The Sunken Garden is simply amazing. The flower arrangement rotates I think 4 times a year based on the season.

Corey P. • April 20, 2016A beautiful area that offers scenic hiking, river boat tours, plenty of photo ops and several hidden caves.

Molly N. • May 30, 2016The hurricane drinks. 4 kinds of rum. Pretty strong!

Sami93am A. • July 20, 2013Loved the #summerdabbler. Great location for food, beer and fun!

Leilani A. • July 21, 2015The food is amazing. The restaurant was redesigned and is fancy, yet homely. It's very enjoyable. Music and plays during the summer.

Tanya G. • July 3, 2016The excellent view!

Arielle L. • October 9, 2018Lake Phalen is truly a gathering place. It's beautiful to walk but it also has lots of activities like an amphitheater, beach volleyball, playgrounds, sports fields and ice rinks.

Chris J. • July 16, 2016Great place to get scenic views of Downtown Saint Paul.

Steve B. • January 12, 2016Cutest park in Minnesota! And best kept secret. The fountain is amazing! Great picnic spot! Very romantic

Amanda I. • May 15, 2011Please don't leave the gate open after you leave. Some dogs like to run out!!!

Steve B. • January 12, 2016Very cute park in the middle of the river! There are even steps down to the water so you can wade!

Charlotte • February 12, 2016Grab a coffee from Nina's and take a walk to the Cathedral. Sit on the front steps and enjoy the view of downtown St. Paul

Ryan K. • June 6, 2013Second best DP in the Twin Cities! You will enjoy this park as much as your dogs!

Marc T. • June 13, 2013Great lark for families and company picnics! Bring the kids, basketballs, bocce balls, frisbee and footbAll! There's a great field on which to play all sorts of games!

Brandon M. • November 1, 2012Sandstone spot is pretty cool spot to have a party or a fire

Candace Q. • August 14, 2011It's a beautiful, large dog park (not that I've been to many). I've got to come out here and bring a book sometime.

Ana M. • August 10, 2014Spend some time with Peanuts characters.

Rich • June 27, 2012I love this lake! I run or walk around it every other day! I agree there is something lurking in the lake. I wish I could catch it on camera. I have seen it myself.

John K. • May 31, 2012Love this trail. It's an old railroad grade and is both beautiful and great for beginners. My favorite place to bike during the week.

Birdchick S. • January 12, 2010Climb up the hill and look at the ground--you'll find fossils in the shale.

Nico P. • July 18, 2023"The 90m audio walking tour will guide you along the historic street while you soak in the architecture of some of our state’s most famous Gilded Age mansions. exploreminnesota.com"

Steve S. • February 9, 2020Beatific and serene spot to spend a winter afternoon. Love the live music program during the winter!

BUELLER T. • April 16, 2020You can either take a walk on their Beautiful scenic walking paths or you can explore around the Rocky terrain...

Brandi P. • July 6, 2011Beautiful spot for summer picnics. Bring a blanket, sand toys, picnic lunch, a good book, music, and a frisbee!

Matt H. • August 24, 2011A great way to get a birds-eye view of St. Paul.