Stillwater (Minnesota) Travel Guide — Things to Do, Food & Hotels
city in and county seat of Washington County, Minnesota, United States
About Stillwater (Minnesota)
Stillwater is one the oldest towns in Minnesota, being settled not long after the US government signed treaties with the local Ojibwa and Dakota nations in 1837. The town was the site of a territorial convention in 1848 that led to the establishment of Minnesota Territory as an organized territory in 1849, paving the way to statehood a decade later. Stillwater incorporated as a city on March 4, 1854, the same daySaint Paulincorporated. Today Stillwater is a popular day trip and weekend getaway destination for Twin Cities residents, who come to stroll the historic downtown with its shops and restaurants, and stay at one of the local bed and breakfasts. The city is mentioned in the Swedish novelNybyggarna("The Settlers") by Vilhelm Moberg.
Top Attractions in Stillwater (Minnesota)
Explore the best things to see and do in Stillwater (Minnesota):
- ★St. Croix River
- ★Stillwater Lift Bridge
- ★Stillwater Public Library
- ★Stillwater River Boats
- ★Washington County Courthouse
Where to Eat in Stillwater (Minnesota)
Must-try local food and restaurants:
- 🍴Domacin Wine Bar
- 🍴Freight House
- 🍴Marx Wine Bar & Grill
- 🍴Nelson's Ice Cream
Where to Stay in Stillwater (Minnesota)
- 🏨Aurora Staples Inn
- 🏨The Elephant Walk Bed and Breakfast
- 🏨Water Street Inn
Stillwater (Minnesota) Travel Guide Sections
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