a weekend well spent

By MARIA HILEMAN

Stillwater has so much to offer every type of visitor that a day just isn’t enough. You can explore over 100 independently owned businesses along historic Main Street. To help you plan your perfect weekend, we have compiled a list of some of our favorite stops.

Day One

Treat Yourself

Start your morning off right with a delectable pastry from Mon Petit Chéri. Every pastry is made in-house and the options are a perfect mix of sweet and savory. Try an all-butter croissant or indulge in their Bananas Foster French Toast.

Hit The Trails

Stillwater is the perfect walkable town, but it’s also a biker’s paradise. Grab a delicious latte at Green Bridge Coffee and stroll to the back of the shop to find Herman Electric Bikes Rental. Explore the 4.7-mile loop trail and cross over the renovated historic lift bridge, now open exclusively to pedestrians and cyclists.

Refuel

The town is filled with amazing restaurants, and right across the street from our shop is Brick & Bourbon. The Shaved Beef Salad is a perfect summer choice, and the drinks are inventive, like the Double Entendre Martini, which involves pouring a martini over cotton candy. Make sure to try out their fantastic rooftop patio.

Get On The Water

Experience the beauty of the scenic St. Croix River aboard a historic paddlewheel boat. Stillwater River Boats are equipped with inside and outside decks and depart out of Stillwater twice a day.

Lights Out

Stillwater has gorgeous boutique hotels offering the most glorious stays. At Lora Hotel it’s all about the details. Their signature amenities nourish the body and soul and will make for a truly memorable weekend escape.

FESTIVAL HAT - $45

BERKSHIRE HYBRID SHORT - $48

EMILIA GOLD DANGLE

EARRINGS - $35

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Day Two

Spice Things Up

Celebrate the incredible flavors of Latin America at Lolito Cantina. Grab a table outside and get ready to wake up your taste buds.

Time To Shop

Stroll over to our Lake and Company shop to find a great collection of goods with stories to tell, perfect for your outdoor adventures.

A Sweet Spot

Leo’s Grill & Malt Shop is a family-friendly retro-style diner offering up the most delicious malts and other tasty treats. This spot features a walk-up window and a spacious outdoor patio right in the heart of downtown Stillwater.

Nightcap

Exceptional spirits and handcrafted cocktails are what you’ll find at Forge & Foundry Distillery. The husband-andwife duo pick their ingredients from local sources, and you can enjoy their creations either in the tasting room or in a cocktail kit to go.

Discover

Stillwater has been voted one of America’s Most Picturesque Town. Located on the Minnesota – Wisconsin border, it’s the perfect destination for small-town charm, fun on the river and bike trails, trolleys and riverboats, and fabulous dining and shopping! Learn more and plan your trip at DiscoverStillwater.com.