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If you’re meeting up for a drink with us @9 pm on August 6, the new meetup location is Sweeney’s Saloon in St. Paul!
If you’re meeting up for a drink with us @9 pm on August 6, the new meetup location is Sweeney’s Saloon in St. Paul!
August 7, 2021
Saint Paul, Minnesota

Melanie & Kevin

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Our recommendations in Saint Paul are listed first (near the reception venue), followed by great spots in Minneapolis (near the church for the ceremony).
Cathedral of Saint Paul

Cathedral of Saint Paul

239 Selby Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55102
, (651) 228-1766

Rich with beautiful art and history, this is a favorite spot of ours in the Twin Cities. Plus, it’s right down the road from the reception venue!

James J. Hill House

James J. Hill House

240 Summit Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55102
, (651) 297-2555

History and mansion lovers will enjoy taking a tour of the James J. Hill House. Like the Cathedral, this mansion is minutes away from the reception venue!

Cossetta Alimentari

Cossetta Alimentari

211 7th Street West, Saint Paul, MN 55102
, (651) 222-3476

Cossetta’s is a super fun Italian eatery/pizzeria, pasticceria and market. There is also a very nice restaurant right above it - Louis Ristorante.

Cafe Latte

Cafe Latte

850 Grand Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55105
, (651) 224-5687

Grand Avenue is a great spot for window shopping, and home to this amazing dessert and lunch shop. It’s also extremely close to where our wedding reception is. Their coffee, food and desserts are all delicious!

Wabasha Street Caves

Wabasha Street Caves

215 Wabasha Street South, Saint Paul, MN 55107
, (651) 224-1191

These caves used to be a legitimate underground speakeasy. Go for a night of drinks and swing dancing on a Thursday, or get a tour of the caves and learn about the mob and gangster activity that happened there over the last 150 years!

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

Como Park Zoo & Conservatory

1225 Estabrook Drive, Saint Paul, MN 55103
, (651) 487-8201

The best part about this place is that visiting the zoo and/or conservatory is free!

Blue Door Pub St. Paul

Blue Door Pub St. Paul

1811 Selby Avenue, Saint Paul, MN 55104
, (651) 493-1865

You’ll find a Minnesota favorite at this pub that’s been featured on “Diners, Drive-ins and Dives” - the Blucy! It’s also the best place to try a Minnesota classic - fried cheese curds (trust us, you won’t regret it).

Minnehaha Regional Park

Minnehaha Regional Park

4801 South Minnehaha Drive, Minneapolis, MN 55417
, (612) 230-6400

This is a fun getaway for outdoor lovers and a great place to explore.

The Dakota

The Dakota

1010 Nicollet Mall, Minneapolis, MN 55403
, (612) 332-1010

If you love live music (particularly jazz), this is the spot to go for great food and even better entertainment! Be sure to check out their website for a schedule of performers and ticket prices, if you want the best seat in the house. Or you can call a few weeks ahead of time for a dinner reservation - tables go fast!

Basilica of Saint Mary

Basilica of Saint Mary

88 17th Street North, Minneapolis, MN 55403
, (612) 333-1381

If you’re looking for a beautiful church in Minneapolis, look no further than the Basilica.

Bde Maka Ska (White Earth Lake)

Bde Maka Ska (White Earth Lake)

Minneapolis, MN

This is the largest lake in Minneapolis and is part of a beautiful chain of lakes in the city. It’s a great place to get a taste of Minnesota lake life - bum out on the modest beach, rent a canoe, kayak, paddle board, or bike, have a picnic, or walk around the trails surrounding the lake.

Spyhouse Coffee

Spyhouse Coffee

945 Broadway Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55413
, (612) 345-4348

This is our favorite spot for coffee in the Twin Cities. There are several other Spyhouse locations, but this is our go-to. It’s very close to St. Charles Borromeo (where we are getting married), and the vibes are super fun!

Hazel's Northeast

Hazel's Northeast

2859 Johnson Street Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418
, (612) 788-4778

Also very close to where we are getting married (St. Charles Borromeo), this is a favorite local eatery of ours. The food is delicious!

Chimborazo

Chimborazo

2851 Central Avenue Northeast, Minneapolis, MN 55418
, (612) 788-1328

This is a really tasty, local Ecuadorian restaurant that we love. It’s super close to the church for the ceremony!

Saint Anthony Main & Stone Arch Bridge

Saint Anthony Main & Stone Arch Bridge

Minneapolis, MN

This historic street in Minneapolis is home to many local restaurants (our favorite is Aster Cafe) and is right next door to the Stone Arch Bridge - a Minneapolis staple. This is one of the best spots to soak in views of the Mississippi and walk some scenic trails.

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

Minneapolis Sculpture Garden

725 Vineland Place, Minneapolis, MN 55403
, (612) 375-7600

This is a fun place to take a free, guided tour, self-guided tour, or simply kick back and enjoy some summer sun!

Mall of America®

Mall of America®

60 East Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425
, (952) 883-8800

This is literally the biggest mall in America, and it even has a theme park inside! It’s a classic place to visit when coming to the Twin Cities.

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