This location has the benefits of a peaceful neighborhood setting alongside access to the vibrant opportunities of city living.
Life in Como Park
Many Activities to Enjoy in the Como Park Neighborhood.
Life in Como Park offers a blend of natural beauty, vibrant community living, and exciting activities. Residents can explore nearby Como Park Zoo and Conservatory, enjoy a peaceful stroll through the residential neighborhood, take an excursion to Rosedale or HarMar Mall, or experience the rich arts, cultural, and dining scenes that make St. Paul a dynamic city to call home.
Things to See and Do
A number of restaurants, cafés, and eateries spanning a variety of cuisines are within walking distance or are a short drive away from Lyngblomsten’s Como Park campus.
St. Paul’s Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is a free-admission, family-friendly destination that features animal exhibits, beautiful gardens, and a historic conservatory. It’s a popular spot for locals and people visiting from out of town.
Como Regional Park offers 2.3 miles of paved walking trails around scenic Lake Como. It’s also home to the Como Park Zoo & Conservatory.
St. Paul offers a variety of cultural events and artistic opportunities for community members to enjoy, including musical and theatrical performances at venues like the Ordway Center for Performing Arts, the Palace Theatre, and the Fitzgerald Theater, and art museums and installations such as the Minnesota Museum of American Art and the American Museum of Asmat Art.
- A number of museums are found in or near St. Paul, including the Minnesota History Center, the Science Museum of Minnesota, the University of Minnesota’s Bell Museum, and the Minnesota Children’s Museum.
- In addition to the Great Minnesota Get-Together in late August and early September, the Minnesota State Fairgrounds hosts a number of events throughout the year, including car and motorcycle shows, arts expos and craft events, and concerts.
- Como Park Zoo & Conservatory hosts seasonal flower shows throughout the year, and Cafesjian’s Carousel is open May through October.
Throughout the year, you can participate in a number of cultural events and festivals in and around the Como Park area, including the Little Africa Festival, the Irish Fair of Minnesota, and the Minnesota Hmong New Year.
Enjoy shopping at locations like the Rosedale Center and the HarMar Mall, in the bustling Midway Area, or at other shops in and around Grand Avenue.
Como Park is conveniently located next to several major highways, including I-94, I-35E, and I-35W, with multiple public transit lines crisscrossing the area, including Metro Transit’s Route 3, Route 83, and the METRO Green Line and A Line.
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