Historic Victorian Homes Tour

James J. Hill House
Railroad baron James J. Hill built this impressive “jewel on the hill” in 1891, at a cost of $931,275.01. Tours are available.

Alexander Ramsey House
Completed in 1872, this site is like going into the Ramsey home while they are out for the afternoon; the furnishings, linens, dishes, carpets, and clothing all belonged to Mr. and Mrs. Ramsey. This is one of the most complete collections of this type in the country. Tours are available.

Irvine Park
Drive or walk around Irvine Park, and view the restored homes of the period. The square has been reconstructed to its original look of the 1870’s.

Lunch - Forepaugh’s
While your touring Irvine Park, stop in Forepaugh’s for a great lunch or dinner.
This restaurant features classic French cuisine in a restored Victorian house.

Saint Paul City Hall/Ramsey County Court House
In downtown, while neither old nor new, this prominent example of Art Deco has a three story, sixty ton onyx “Vision of Peace” statue in the lobby, carved by Swedish sculptor Carl Milles.

The James J. Hill Library
Located in Rice Park, this attraction is worth a stroll through.

Landmark Center
Across the park, the Landmark Center or the old Federal Courts Building, houses the Court rooms that held trials for the likes of Ma Barker, Al Karpis, and others, with J. Edgar Hoover in attendance.

Saint Paul Hotel
Across the street, step in to see the elegantly restored lobby and fine gift shop with delicious Truffles, and stop for lunch at the M ST Café.

Dinner – The St. Paul Grill
Enjoy an exquisite dinner in this popular, classic grill and bar, featuring the highest quality meats, fish and seafood.