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  Alexander Ramsey House

  265 S Exchange St St. Paul, MN 55102 US +1-651-296-8760

  DOWNTOWN. One of the nation's most well-preserved Victorian homes, this house was completed in 1872 and served as the residence of the first governor of Minnesota. The home features marble fireplaces, crystal chandeliers, carved walnut woodwork, and lots of original furnishings. Volunteers take on the roles of Ramsey household members and converse with visitors about life in the 1870's. Reservations are recommended for tours.

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  Cathedral of St. Paul

  239 Selby Ave St. Paul, MN 55102 US +1-651-228-1766

  DOWNTOWN. Modeled after Rome's St. Peter's Basilica, the Cathedral of St. Paul is literally a high point in the city's architecture. Such was the intention of Archbishop John Ireland, who insisted that its peak reach higher than that of the neighboring state capitol building. Exquisite decorative work graces the interior: stained glass windows, native travertine walls, large Italian-style mosaics, and a 60-foot carved granite relief of Christ with His apostles. Six chapels make up the Shrine of Nations and honor the ethnic peoples who settled Minnesota.

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  F. Scott Fitzgerald House

  599 Summit Ave St. Paul, MN 55102 US

  SUMMIT AVENUE. F. Scott Fitzgerald, writer of such American classics as "The Great Gatsby" and "The Last Tycoon," was born in St. Paul and lived in several different houses in and around the city during his time here. This large Brownstone home is of particular interest because it was here that he worked on and completed "This Side of Paradise" in 1919, at the tender age of 23. Literary scholars will note the irony of the home's location, for when Fitzgerald lived here, this area of Summit Avenue was not unlike a suburb ­ on the fringe of St. Paul's "inner" society. The home is not open to the general public.

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  Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakotah Life

  2097 W Larpenteur Ave Falcon Heights St. Paul, MN 55113 US +1-651-646-8629

  Take a horse-drawn buggy back in time to the 1870s at this living history site. Pioneers Henry and Jane Gibbs inhabited the original "soddy" from which the current farmhouse evolved. Visitors learn about Minnesota's rapid changes towards the end of the 19th century and explore an authentic barn and one-room schoolhouse, along with replicas of the original sod structure and Dakotah tipis and barklodges. Interpreters in period dress perform tasks that keep the farm working, as well as entertaining both parents and children. Kids love the gift shop with its wide array of old-time sweets.

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  Historic Fort Snelling

  1 Post Rd Junction of Hwys 5 & 55, one mile east St. Paul, MN 55111 US +1-612-726-1171

  FORT SNELLING. Built in the 1820s, this fort had as its dual original purposes the promotion of the American fur trade and the keeping of the peace on the frontier in the years before white settlement was allowed. Although much of the fort has been reconstructed, several original buildings remain. Today, visitors can explore the old fortress and meet a variety of costumed characters from the 1820s. Regular cannon firings, drills, craft demonstrations, cooking and children's activities are presented. Fort Snelling State Park, adjacent to the restored fort, offers a variety of recreational activities.

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  James J. Hill House

  240 Summit Ave St. Paul, MN 55102 US +1-651-297-2555

  SUMMIT AVENUE. The Romanesque Revival James J. Hill House hearkens back to a time when only a handful of individuals held wealth and power in "frontier towns" like St. Paul. Jim Hill, the Great Northern Railway mogul, was one such man, and his enormous, sprawling home still maintains its stately watch over local goings-on. Present-day visitors are led through common areas, servants' quarters, and the family's private rooms ­ a true journey back to the Gilded Age. A skylit art gallery also showcases Minnesota artists and works. Tour reservations are recommended.

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  Landmark Center

  75 5th St W St. Paul, MN 55102-1431 US +1-651-292-3233

  DOWNTOWN. This aptly named structure, built in 1902 as the Federal Court House and Post Office, is noteworthy for its commanding Romanesque architecture. It now houses many of the city's cultural organizations, including Saint Paul City Ballet and Skylark Opera. The Landmark Center is also home to the Schubert Club Museum of Musical Instruments (which displays harpsichords, an Indonesian gamelan, and others) and Young Audiences of Minnesota, an arts organization.

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  Minnesota State Capitol

  75 Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd St. Paul, MN 55155 US +1-651-296-2881

  DOWNTOWN. An architectural masterpiece, the capitol building boasts the largest unsupported marble dome in the world and a palatial interior. As such, the landmark is considered one of the nation's most beautiful state capitol buildings. The front steps offer breathtaking views of the downtown area, of St. Paul's Cathedral, and of the Mississippi River Valley. Statuary and murals represent the history and principles of the state. The Senate, House of Representatives, and Supreme Court Chambers are located on the second floor. The Minnesota Historical Society conducts free tours.

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  Twin City Trolleys

  201 5th Avenue SW New Brighton Minneapolis, MN 55112 +1-651-223-5600

  Perfect for special occasions, group tours and business gatherings, Twin City Trolleys offers a unique way to experience the Twin Cities. Take a ride on an old-fashioned trolley car and see the area's many historic sights, or bring a group on board to enjoy drinks on the way to a theater performance, dinner event or wedding reception. A fun, exclusive mode of transportation, a trip on one of these famous trolleys will enhance your journey through the Twin Cities.