Things To Do
Downtown Stillwater Parking Guide
Stillwater Lift Bridge, Historic Site
The Stillwater Bridge is a vertical-lift bridge crossing the St. Croix River between Stillwater, Minnesota, and Houlton, Wisconsin. It formerly connected Minnesota State Highway 36 and Wisconsin Highway 64. Around 18,000 vehicles crossed the bridge daily.
St. Croix Boom Site State Wayside
One of nine state waysides, this one overlooks a wide area on the St. Croix River where approximately 15.5 billion feet of logs were gathered and sorted.
Stillwater Stairs
Leads up to the Stillwater Scenic Overlook, located on Broadway Street.
Fairy Falls Trailhead
Unique hiking spot just outside Stillwater that features deep ravines, big hills, and Fairy Falls.
Gondola Romantica
Gondola rides on the St. Croix.
Stillwater Trolley Co.
Historic tour of Stillwater via refurbished (into a road vehicle) trolley.
Zephyr Theater
Local theater featuring young performers with any degree of theatrical experience.
Go Shopping!
Over 50 boutiques and antique shops! These include Minnesota Made Apparel, Lake and Company, Sota Clothing, The Shirt Factory, Enchanté, Stillwater Olive Oil, Pinch 'n Rub, Darn Knit Anyway, Carpe Noctem Candle Co, Art N Soul, and more.
Nelson's Ice Cream (And Coffee)
Art's Coffee shop attached to Nelson's Icecream.
Sara's Tipsy Pies
Hand-rolled crust recipe with a special local alcohol twist on fillings (under 2% by volume).
The Dock Stillwater
Comfortable eatery overlooking the St. Croix river serving American fare.
Brick & Bourbon
Late-night fixture providing American eats, cocktails & draft brews in an airy, stylish space.
The Lumberjack
Axe throwing! As well as craft cocktails and food.
Thai Basil
Thai favorites offered in a down-to-earth space with tropical décor accents, a full bar & patio.
Phils Tara Hideaway
Traditional Greek plates, plus steak & seafood, served in relaxed environs in a decades-old cabin.
LoLo American Kitchen and Craft Bar
Cool locale with an open kitchen spotlighting seasonal New American small plates & craft cocktails.
The Velveteen Speakeasy
Cozy subterranean cocktail bar for elevated drinks & snacks in art deco–inspired surrounds.