ISD 625-Saint Paul Public Schools

*Note- When you register for this course you are registering to have a electronic brochure with registration information emailed to you; you are not registering for an actual tour. St. Paul Community Education is pleased to offer a number of extended tours in cooperation with Landmark Tours. A local, family-owned tour operator, Landmark’s inclusive packages feature round-trip airfare, quality accommodations in great locations, many enjoyable meal experiences, admission to all itinerary attractions, deluxe motorcoach transportation, and the services of a professional Tour Manager. Upcoming travel opportunities include Chicago: Summer in the Windy City Oregon Coast with Crater Lake National Park Alaska- Two Unique Itineraries: Land & Sea or Glaciers & Trains Canadian Rockies with Banff & Yoho National Park Nova Scotia & The Islands of Eastern Canada Historic Trains of Colorado Greece & The Aegean Sea Cruise New Mexico with Taos, Santa Fe, & the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta American West with Monument Valley Australia Adventure Kenya: African Safari Autumn in New England Iceland with the Golden Circle & South Coast Tuscany: Culture & Cuisine Thanksgiving in New York City Nashville Country Christmas Tournament of Roses Parade with Catalina Island Florida Keys Hawaii: 4 Island Cruise & Tour To inquire about these tours and receive detailed tour information, do the following: Click the 'Enroll Now' button on this page to register and receive a link to the full Landmark catalog in your confirmation email.

Early Saint Paul was formed in Lowertown on the banks of the Mississippi. Hear about Lowertown’s evolution from whiskey stop to steam whistles to today’s hotspot (old Pig’s Eye would be amazed at the transformation!). Tour covers approximately 2 miles with limited places to sit. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Demanding- extensive walking/stairs//standing) Tour begins from Saint Paul's Union Depot, 214 4th Street East (inside the front entrance of Union Depot on 4th Street/Light Rail stop side).

Explore the John H. Stevens House, Longfellow Gardens, and the Minnehaha Falls Pergola Garden, where the majestic waterfall creates a breathtaking backdrop. Discover the Song of Hiawatha Garden's poetic allure and walk down to the falls themselves. Walking distance 2 miles with steps. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Demanding- extensive walking/stairs//standing) Wear comfortable shoes and bring a water bottle. Parking is available in paid lots or free street parking.

Summit Avenue has the longest-stretch of preserved Victorian homes in the United States. Admire the architecture in this historic preservation district and learn the fascinating history of some of its early residents, including railroad baron James. J. Hill. Note: We will not be entering any homes. Walk is approximately 1.5 miles. Tour Activity Rating: 4 (Demanding - extensive walking/stairs/standing) Wear comfortable walking shoes and bring a water bottle if you like.