Welcome to St. Louis Park
St. Louis Park is full of sparkling allure. This vibrant community offers a unique blend of urban excitement and small-town charm, creating an idyllic setting for residents seeking the perfect balance between city life and a close-knit community. St. Louis Park marries the essence of modernity with hints of timeless tradition.
What to Love
- A mesmerizing blend of village charm and metropolitan zest
- Endless retail and local business ventures
- Scenic outdoor space and walkable neighborhoods
- Amazing dining wonders
- Over 2,700 businesses in St. Louis Park
Local Lifestyle
St. Louis Park beckons with its irresistible combination of small-town allure and the thrilling hum of metropolitan life. At every corner, welcoming neighborhoods beckon you to take a leisurely stroll, revealing boutique shops and family-run businesses, each with a story of their own. The heart and soul of the city, however, lie in its copious green spaces, where nature and architecture blend seamlessly.
Dining and Shopping
The culinary canvas of St. Louis Park is a vibrant masterpiece, with Mill Valley Kitchen as its crown jewel. Diners here revel in a broad spectrum of options, from flatbreads to shrimp tacos, each prepared with locally sourced ingredients and an overdose of passion.
The Shops at West End offers retail therapy galore, with unique boutiques and top brands to check out. The shopping center also hosts fun-filled community events like the Twin Cities Film Fest and the Great Pumpkin Festival.
Things to Do
Boredom? St. Louis Park doesn't recognize the word! A haven for outdoor enthusiasts, the city presents 51 parks ready for your sense of adventure. Connect with nature, jog to downtown Minneapolis, or maybe take a bike ride to the Uptown area – the miles of walking and biking trails here cater to every whim and fancy. For those who are athletically inclined, there's no shortage of sports arenas, courts, golf courses, and fields to explore for a game of your favorite pastime.
For those craving serenity and a connection to nature, the Westwood Hills Nature Center stands as a gorgeous sanctuary. This 160-acre natural wonder showcases stunning landscapes of marsh, woods, and restored prairie. For a splash of fun, the Aquatic Park guarantees tons of laughter and joy in its splash pad, water slides, and pool.
In the fall, don’t miss the SLP Art Fair at the Recreation Outdoor Center for a bit of creativity, live music, and great food. Another fun-filled festivity, the Show Place ICON Theatre hosts the Twin Cities Film Fest, with over 100 films from comedies to dramas.
Schools
St. Louis Park belongs to the St. Louis Park School District (Independent School District 283), with seven Blue Ribbon-acclaimed public schools. In addition, Benilde-St. Margaret's School is a private, co-educational Catholic education for grades K-12.
