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15 Best Things To Do in Stillwater, Minnesota

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About Stillwater


Stillwater is a city in Washington County, Minnesota, United States. The population was over 18,000 residents at the 2020 census. It is the county seat of Washington County. Stillwater is part of the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metropolitan area.

The city was named for the calm water of the St. Croix River. The name was first given to the community by French explorers who stopped there in 1673. The city is located on the border of Washington and Ramsey counties on the banks of the St. Croix River, which forms the eastern boundary of Washington County.

The city's downtown area is known as "the historic district" and features a large number of well-preserved buildings from the late 19th and early 20th centuries.

Current Conditions

Weather in January


0.5" of rainfall
17.1 ° average temp
11.3" of snow

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Stillwater Weather by Month


Looking for a potential month to visit Stillwater? The following graph illustrates the monthly highs, lows and averages of temperature, rain and snow in Stillwater.



Places to Stay in Stillwater


Use the interactive map to find lodging and a place to stay during your visit to Stillwater. The interactive map includes hotels, vacation rentals, BnBs and more.



Best Tours in Stillwater


Fill your day with these top-rated tours in Stillwater.



Best Things to do in Stillwater, MN


These are the best things to do in the greater Stillwater area listed by outdoor activities, arts and museums, restaurants and nightlife.


Outdoor Activities in Stillwater


Tula Yoga & Wellness

Tula Yoga & Wellness

Based on 14 Reviews
The Lumberjack

The Lumberjack

Based on 12 Reviews
The Royal Golf Club

The Royal Golf Club

Based on 5 Reviews


Museums in Stillwater


Seasons On St Croix Gallery

Seasons On St Croix Gallery

Based on 5 Reviews
Washington County Historic Courthouse

Washington County Historic Courthouse

Based on 3 Reviews
Kari's Create & Paint Studio

Kari's Create & Paint Studio

Based on 3 Reviews


Restaurants in Stillwater


Joe To Go

Joe To Go

Based on 17 Reviews
St Croix Baking Company

St Croix Baking Company

Based on 11 Reviews
Hannah's Homemade Heavens

Hannah's Homemade Heavens

Based on 11 Reviews


Nightlife in Stillwater


The Lumberjack

The Lumberjack

Based on 12 Reviews
Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall

Fraternal Order of Eagles Hall

Based on 3 Reviews
LoLo American Kitchen & Craft Bar

LoLo American Kitchen & Craft Bar

Based on 474 Reviews


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Other Activities in Stillwater


Chey Cab and Car Service

Chey Cab and Car Service

Based on 48 Reviews
William Sauntry Mansion

William Sauntry Mansion

Based on 22 Reviews
VanGo Auto

VanGo Auto

Based on 10 Reviews

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