The Saint Paul Stroll begins at the Cathedral of Saint Paul and follows Summit Avenue, renowned for having the longest stretch of preserved Victorian-era architecture in the United States. Indulge in the flavors of the Grand Ole Creamery, a cherished ice cream shop delighting taste buds for over 40 years. Afterwards, retrace your steps, taking a moment at Summit Overlook Park to enjoy panoramic views of the Mississippi River. Conclude your journey at the Cathedral steps to see the brilliantly lit Minnesota State Capitol Building illuminate the cityscape, marking the end of an unforgettable experience.
This activity involves a round-trip walk of about three miles. Please decide if you'd like to join for the entire outing or just the ice cream portion.
If you prefer to skip the walk and only enjoy the ice cream, please sign up with a driver heading directly to the Grand Ole Creamery or reserve a spot in the first van listed on the second tab of the Google Spreadsheet.
Photo: by smcgee - CC BY-NC 2.0 Deed
For those participating in the stroll, please see the directions below to find your way and enjoy your evening!
Gather in front of the Robertson Student Center at 6:45 p.m. to meet rides.
Drive to the Cathedral of Saint Paul: 239 Selby Ave, St Paul, MN 55102. (Do not turn on Selby; stay on Summit and park along the street.)
Park along Summit Avenue, in front of and across from the James J. Hill House; do not park in the Cathedral parking lot. (Observe parking signs on Summit.)
Gather in the south corner of the Cathedral parking lot, near the entrance from Summit Avenue.
Head southwest on Summit Avenue.
In half a mile, stop at Nathan Hale Park (just beyond the intersection of Summit and Portland) to view a statue of the Revolutionary War patriot.
In another 0.4 miles, you will pass the F. Scott Fitzgerald House at 599 Summit Avenue.
Proceed along Summit Avenue to Grotto Street.
Turn left on S Grotto Street and go south for two blocks.
Cross Grand Avenue and turn right to go west on Grand.
Grand Ole Creamery will be on the left hand side.
Choose from dozens of flavors of delicious homemade ice cream.
According to the menu on the website, prices range from $6.43 for a single scoop to $8.27 for a double scoop. You can also have a split single scoop (2 flavors) for $7.35. Add a homemade waffle cone or waffle bowl for $0.92. They also have sundaes, shakes, malts, and other items.
Head back to Grotto Street and turn left to go north on S Grotto.
Walk two blocks to Summit Ave.
Turn right to walk along the south side of Summit.
Walk about half a mile to Summit Overlook Park, just past the University Club.
View the New York Eagle sculpture and the panoramic view of the Mississippi River and the Smith Avenue High Bridge.
Continue walking along Summit Avenue back to the Cathedral.
Enjoy the view of the nighttime city skyline and the Minnesota State Capitol Building from the Cathedral steps.
Make sure you are leaving with everyone in your group!
Head back to campus, 3003 Snelling Ave N, Roseville, MN 55113.
