Ranking #5 on the Weidner Best Cities list and #9 on the US News Best Places to Live List, Saint Paul/Minneapolis, MN also referred to as the Twin Cities, attracts more than 18 million visitors per year. Separated by the Mississippi River, the area boasts an exciting blend of museums, dining, shopping and outdoor excursions. At the halfway point of these two distinct cities is Minnehaha Falls Park, one of the areas oldest and most popular parks, featuring a 53-foot waterfall, limestone bluffs, and stunning river views. As Minnesota's capital, Saint Paul offers a historic backdrop with landmarks such as the James J. Hill Mansion and the Landmark Center, which once operated as the former Federal Court House in the early 1900s. Above the southern entrance of the Minnesota state capitol building is a gilded quadriga called The Progress of the State, sculpted and painted by Daniel Chester French and Edward Clark Potter. The four golden horses represent the power of nature: earth, wind, fire, and water. Geographically, the Twin Cities is part of The Land of 10,000 Lakes and boasts 4 distinct seasons. In the winter, hockey, ice fishing, and cross-country skiing dominate the season and in summer, music festivals, fishing, camping, and boating become residents favorite pastimes.
Things to Do, See, and Taste in St. Paul/Minneapolis
Ranking high on the visitors list of places to visit is Cathedral of Saint Paul. Described as a classical Renaissance-style Cathedral dating back to 1915, the Cathedral features six chapels, imported marble columns, statues and rose windows. The Minnesota State Fair is also held in St. Paul. Dating back to 1859, the annual fair attracts more than 2 million visitors per year and runs from the last week of August through Labor Day. Other must-sees include the Science Museum of Minnesota, Fort Snelling State Park, and the Minneapolis Institute of Art. For a dose of something unusual, seek out a tour of the Wabasha Street Caves, an underground cave system covering 12,000 square feet featuring a 60-foot bar, dining room, and events room. Nature enthusiasts will appreciate the diversity of Twin Cities parks and recreation, including Rice Park, Indian Mounds Regional Park, and Mears Park. A favorite among residents and tourists is Pike Island in Fort Snelling State Park, which offers a flat, three-mile trail along the Minnesota and Mississippi rivers. Sports enthusiasm runs high in the Twin Cities area. Minnesota has five major professional sports teams a virtual paradise for sports fans. Target Center, Target Field, the Xcel Energy Center, CHS Field, Mariucci and Williams Arenas, TCF Bank Stadium and now U.S. Bank Stadium gives fans plenty of opportunities to cheer on their favorite sports teams, including the T-Wolves at Target Center, now in the playoffs! Aspiring chefs and professional chefs alike will dine with glee in Saint Paul/Minneapolis. Eat Street is a 17-block area featuring more than 50 dining venues. Other favorites include Brunsons Pub, Spoon and Stable, and Corner Table.
Employment and Education in St. Paul
St. Paul and nearby Minneapolis is home to top employers including the State of Minnesota, U.S. Federal Government, and Target Co. The Art Institutes International Minnesota, Macalester College, and Hamline University make up a portion of the citys campuses, along with Minnesota State College and Concordia University.
Weidner Communities in St. Paul, MN
Weidner is pleased to offer 4 apartment communities residents can call home in St. Paul/Minneapolis, MN. Our apartment communities feature amenities designed with the utmost comfort and style in mind. From stunning interiors to beautifully landscaped grounds, Weidner Apartment Homes offers chic, comfortable apartment living. Whether youre relocating from across town, or across the country, Weidner Apartment Homes has the ideal apartment for you in Twin Cities, MN. 7 West Lofts at Farmers Market 222 Hennepin Vue