Downtown Alexandria.
Discover Something Special.
More Than a Destination—It’s a Gathering Place
Downtown Alexandria, Minnesota: an experience that combines the friendliness of a small-town Main Street with the shopping, dining, entertainment, and services of a much larger city.
Whether you are a lifetime resident or visiting for a few hours, days, or weeks, our historic downtown welcomes you. Downtown isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a place to belong. It’s where friends meet, families spend time together, and visitors instantly feel welcome.
Why Downtown Alexandria?
Dining, Drinks
& Sweet Treats
Hungry? Downtown offers something for every taste. Enjoy cozy coffee shops, casual eateries, and sit-down dining options perfect for a night out or a quick bite. Sip coffee with friends, meet up for lunch, enjoy dinner before an event, or treat yourself to a freshly baked pastry.
Shop Local & Discover Something Special
Downtown is home to a vibrant mix of locally owned boutiques, specialty shops, and unique retailers you won’t find anywhere else. From fashion and gifts to home décor, art, books, and freshly baked goods, every shop has a story—and friendly faces ready to help you find just what you’re looking for.
A Place to Belong
Whether you’re stopping by for an afternoon or spending the day exploring, downtown offers an experience that’s authentic, welcoming, and uniquely ours. Shopping downtown means supporting local entrepreneurs and keeping our community thriving.
“Whether you’re a lifetime resident or visiting for a few hours, days, or weeks, our historic downtown welcomes you.”
— Downtown Alexandria Inc.
Reviews
Here Is What Our Community Says About Downtown
“We find something new every time we visit.”
The mix of locally owned boutiques and specialty shops makes downtown feel special. Every shop has a story, and the friendly faces make you want to come back again and again.
— Local Shopper
“The dining scene has something for every taste.”
From cozy coffee shops to sit-down dinners, we love meeting friends downtown for a bite or a pastry. It’s become our go-to spot for lunch dates and family meals.
— Downtown Visitor
“It feels like a place to belong.”
Whether we’re here for an event or just strolling the streets, downtown Alexandria always feels welcoming. Historic, friendly, and full of character—we keep coming back.
— Community Member
More Than a Destination—It’s a Gathering Place
Downtown isn’t just a place to visit—it’s a place to belong. It’s where friends meet, families spend time together, and visitors instantly feel welcome. Whether you’re stopping by for an afternoon or spending the day exploring, downtown offers an experience that’s authentic, welcoming, and uniquely ours.