Getting To and Around Saint Paul
Getting to Saint Paul
By Air: The Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) is only eight miles from downtown Saint Paul. It is the second-largest Delta Air Lines hub, and connects to over 300 destinations worldwide.
By Car: Both I-94 and I-35 serve the Saint Paul area, making the city very accessible by car. Once you’ve arrived, there are a number of options for parking, or you can leave your car with the hotel valet.
By Rail: The Union Depot in downtown Saint Paul and the is part of Amtrak’s national train system. Those interested in traveling by rail should check the Amtrak website for the most up-to-date schedules and routes.
Getting Around Saint Paul
By Light Rail: The METRO Blue Line connects the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport with downtown Minneapolis and other nearby attractions, including the Mall of America. To reach downtown Saint Paul from the airport via light rail, attendees will need to take the Blue Line into downtown Minneapolis and transfer to a bus or the Green Line. The Green Line connects downtown Minneapolis, the University of Minnesota, and downtown Saint Paul. METRO tickets range in price from $2.00-$2.50 for adults.
By Bus: Metro Transit offers a network of bus routes for travel around Saint Paul and throughout the Twin Cities. To reach downtown Saint Paul from the airport via bus, attendees will need to take Metro Transit Route 54. This bus is boarded on Level 1 of MSP Terminal 1. Passengers flying into Terminal 2 will need to take the METRO Blue Line to Terminal 1 to access the bus. The train between airport terminals is free. Bus fares range from $0.50-$2.50.
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Where to Stay
The Forum Team works diligently on behalf of attendees by negotiating favorable rates with the host hotels, and receives complimentary meeting space and other concessions because of our room block contract commitment. We would appreciate you taking advantage of the group block and staying at one of the hotels listed below. Both hotels are within walking distance of the RiverCentre and are being offered at a rate of $139/night, plus relevant taxes and fees.
NOTE: The Forum does not use a third party hotel reservations firm. If you are contacted, please do not use their services.
The Intercontinental Saint Paul Riverfront
Intercontinental Saint Paul Riverfront Reservation Link
There are limited nights available at the Intercontinental on Tuesday (5/14) and Wednesday (5/15). The remainder of the room block is sold out.
Reservation Cutoff: April 21, 2024
Hampton Inn and Suites Downtown St. Paul
Hampton Inn and Suites Reservation Link
The Hampton Inn room block is sold out.
Reservation Cutoff: April 21, 2024
Other Hotel Recommendations
We apologize that not everyone was able to book at one of the Forum-designated hotels. Luckily, there are a number of other hotel options within walking distance of the RiverCentre. These include, but are not limited to:
Explore Saint Paul
The RiverCentre and conference hotels are ideally situated in downtown Saint Paul, within walking distance of restaurants, museums, and the beautiful Mississippi River. Explore the links below to learn more about Saint Paul and all there is to do!