Transit and approach
The venue is accessible via METRO Green Line light rail at the Central Station.
The Xcel Energy Center is easy to get to in downtown Saint Paul—just take the METRO Green Line to Central Station. If you plan on driving, your best move is to pre-purchase parking on the venue's website for a guaranteed spot in a connected ramp; for your stay, look for hotels near Rice Park.
At a glance
- Bag policy
- Size-restricted bags
- Cashless
- Cashless
- Re-entry
- Re-entry is not permitted.
- Gates open
- Gates open 90 min before
- Outside food
- No outside food
- Getting here
- The venue is accessible via METRO Green Line light rail at the Central Station.
- Family friendly
- Nursing rooms and family restrooms are available; contact Guest Services for assistance.
Home team:Minnesota Wild
No upcoming multi-sport weekend featuring Xcel Energy Center on the calendar. See Minneapolis home weekends on the city hub →
Where to stay for Xcel Energy Center
Downtown Saint Paul (near Rice Park).
See full Minneapolis stay guide →Arrival and exit strategy
Rideshare and parking
Rideshare: Designated pick-up and drop-off areas are located on West 7th Street.
Parking: Pre-purchase parking through the Xcel Energy Center website to guarantee a spot in connected ramps.
After the event
Tom Reid's Hockey City Pub
Works well with these Minneapolis venues
- Allianz FieldModerate transfer · 3.2 mi
- U.S. Bank StadiumAcross town · 7.9 mi
- Target CenterAcross town · 8.9 mi
- Target FieldAcross town · 9.0 mi
Map context
Open in Google Maps →The game-day experience
- Atmosphere area: Located in downtown Saint Paul at the intersection of West 7th Street and Kellogg Boulevard.
- Tailgating: Tailgating is generally not permitted in Xcel Energy Center parking ramps.
- Signature food: Minnesota-style cheese curds and local craft beer selections.
- Fan tradition: The 'Let's Play Hockey' announcement prior to puck drop.
- Pregame institution: Cossetta (211 7th St W, St Paul, MN 55102)