Top things to do in Minneapolis-Saint Paul, Minnesota

Narrated Scenic Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (262 reviews)

From $ 29.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Get ready for an unforgettable ride through the heart of Minneapolis aboard our charming vintage trolley! This isn’t just a tour—it’s a front-row seat to the jaw-dropping history, breathtaking vistas, and river-powered energy that turned a rugged frontier town into one of the most dynamic cities in the country. You’ll roll past soaring skyline views, iconic landmarks, and hidden gems as we explore the five original Districts that joined forces in the early 1900s to create the bold, bustling Minneapolis we know and love today. From the mill-powered might of the Mississippi Riverfront to the swanky theaters of Downtown, every district has its own story—and you’ll hear them all. This is more than just sightseeing—it’s time travel with a twist of adventure, a dash of drama, and a whole lot of Midwestern charm. Whether you're a history buff, a selfie snapper, or just here for a good time, the Minneapolis Trolley Tour is your ticket to the soul of the city.

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All-Inclusive Minneapolis Craft Brewery Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (252 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 115.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Join the number 1 rated, all-you-can-drink, all-inclusive brewery tour in Minneapolis and St. Paul. Our guided tours take adventurous people interested in tasting locally produced craft beer to several of the Twin Cities' best craft breweries and taprooms.

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The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (218 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 47.04

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

The Escape Game Minneapolis is inside of the famed Mall of America, a 4-level mall with hundreds of food, shopping, and entertainment options. You'll find us on the 3rd floor, East. Some of our favorite spots to grab a bite to eat at MOA include Burger Burger, Margaritaville, and Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. — perfect for a pre- or post-game meal. Don't forget to check out Cinnabon for some hard-earned cinnamon rolls after your game! The Escape Game Minneapolis features 7 immersive escape rooms, including our outer space adventure, Mission: Mars, and our most challenging game, Prison Break. Each escape room holds up to 8 players, except for Special Ops: Mysterious Market, which can accommodate up to 7 players. These adventures offer a one-of-a-kind premium experience. Follow clues and solve puzzles to complete your mission together. We offer the best escape rooms and the fastest customer support. Come see why our escape rooms win awards.

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Candlelight Ghost Tour on the Minneapolis Trolley in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (168 reviews)

From $ 49.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Are you afraid of the dark? Join us for our Haunted Trolley Tour of Minneapolis! It is a spine-tingling journey to the most haunted sites in the City, aboard an historic trolley which itself is said to be haunted. Your knowledgeable narrator will explain the legend and the lore surrounding the most paranormal happenings in our City's history. Prepare for mysterious sightings, strange sounds, and shadows lurking around the corners. The tour begins and ends at a real Haunted Historic Mansion, 300 Clifton in Minneapolis.

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St Paul Ghost Tours: Sinister Sins & Shadows Ghost Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (156 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 32.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

Step into the haunting streets of St. Paul with our mesmerizing ghost tour, where history and the supernatural converge! Guided by a knowledgeable local, you’ll explore some of the city's most haunted and historically rich sites. Wander through the shadowy alleys and iconic landmarks, from the tragic Forepaugh’s Mansion to the enigmatic Old Smith “Vine” Mansion, each with its own ghostly lore and unsettling tales. As you cover a mile of haunted ground, immerse yourself in St. Paul’s dark history, which spans over 2000 years. Discover the eerie origins of Cochran Park, known for its spectral sightings, and listen to the whispers at the Nathan Hale Park Statue. Although we cannot enter private properties, the eerie atmosphere of these historic sites is so vivid that it will undoubtedly send chills down your spine. Join us for an evening of intrigue, uncovering the chilling stories of murder, mayhem, and restless spirits that haunt St. Paul’s historic district.

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St. Paul Historic Cave Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (155 reviews)

From $ 15.00

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

See the only remaining restored Gangster Era site on this historic tour of extensive caves carved into the hillside in long-abandoned mining ventures in the 1800s. Later it was a mushroom farm, and it was then developed into a restaurant casino and gangsters' hotspot during the 1930s prohibition era. Newspapers reported an unsolved gangland murder at the casino. Tour guides point out the bullet holes. Some believe the caves are haunted by the murdered mobsters whose bodies were never found. The original bar from the 30s has been fully restored - it was a then-record at 60 feet long. Though this tour is appropriate for all ages, we recommend ages 5 and up, due to shorter attention spans and restlessness.

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Minneapolis River Walk: A Self-Guided Audio Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (68 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 9.99

 

Welcome to Minneapolis, the home of Nerf Balls, the singer and songwriter Prince, and, yes, Zubaz pants. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll stroll along the Mississippi River. Along the way, you’ll hear about: • The history of the milling industry in Minneapolis • The massive Washburn A Mill explosion of 1878 • The 35W Bridge collapse of 2007 • The secret history of "Funkytown" • An ugly mansion with 86 TVs • Cougar attacks • The untimely death of Tiny Tim • The hiring of a hitman in St. Paul • ”Untalented but adventurous” German artists, to quote the author Jonathan Raban • How long it takes a single drop of water to travel down the Mississippi – and how long it takes a person to make the same journey This walking tour can be enjoyed on location or even virtually at home with VoiceMap's Continuous Play function which disables the GPS playback. PHOTO CREDITS: Meet Minneapolis

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Minneapolis Local Food Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (55 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out Free Cancellation

From $ 89.99

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Starting in the trendy North Loop neighborhood, we visit some of the best restaurants in Minneapolis! Learn about the city over a bite to eat (or four)! From the best ranked pizza joint in the country, to classic upper midwest cuisine, and a little bit from northeast Minneapolis' eastern European heritage, this tour will leave both your brain and belly full! And don't forget to leave room for dessert!

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Saint Paul Gangster Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (55 reviews)

From $ 55.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

The original St. Paul Gangster Tour (2 hours by Bus in comfort) reveals why Saint Paul was a center for bootlegging operations and criminal activities during the 1930s prohibition era. The tour guide is informative and humorous. This is the only tour that starts at the historic Castle Royal Gangsters nightclub, preserved today as The Wabasha Street Caves. Please note that this tour does not include the Historic Cave Tour. Package available which includes priority seating, photo op, and tickets to both our Historic Cave Tour, as well as the Saint Paul Gangster Tour! 8 years old on up.

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Minneapolis Riverwalk Food Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (52 reviews)

From $ 92.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Hungry for an off the beaten path Minneapolis food experience? Join us as we explore a pair of the city's trendy and historical neighborhoods, the Mill District and St Anthony Main in Northeast Minneapolis. We'll take you through the founding and growth of the "City of Flour and Sawdust" while following in the footsteps of immigrants who came to work the mills. You'll enjoy sampling food at the first Thai restaurant in Minnesota, authentic Italian pizza, home-made ice cream, divine baked goods, and the best matcha you'll ever drink. In addition to sampling food, we will also stroll by the local Farmers Market, Mill City Museum and Guthrie Theater. You'll enjoy gorgeous views of St Anthony Falls as we walk along the Stone Arch Bridge into historical St Anthony Main. Learn about the history of both neighborhoods while touring the oldest street in Minneapolis. Get to know your fellow food-loving guests while gaining an appreciation for distinct neighborhoods that most tourists never see!

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Minneapolis Skyway Walking Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (46 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 79.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

A great tour year-round, especially if you're visiting in the winter months! Minneapolis is home to the largest, contiguous skyway system in the world! Originally designed to counter the 1950s post war suburban boom by revitalizing the city's retail core, today the second story walkways connect 80 city blocks and meander more than 9 miles. This is a great way to see the city - inside and out - during cool weather, hot weather, rainy days and the brutally long Minnesota winter, so pretty much year-round! There are so many treasures within downtown's unique architectural landscape, and the skyway system is sometimes the only way to see them. The skyway is such a huge part of our city's identity, the Replacements even wrote a song about it, aptly named Skyway. Choosing Mpls City & Skyway Tours, you are supporting a local, woman-owned small business with a big heart. (Please note, this is a walking tour. We will walk up to two miles, with breaks. Wear comfortable shoes and bring water.)

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In the Footsteps of Prince: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Downtown Minneapolis in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (38 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 14.99

 

Find out how Minneapolis helped define Prince Rogers Nelson as a young musician who went on to change the world of music with this affordable walking tour. • Learn how Prince was the first artist in history to have a number one film, album and song at the same time • Hear from producer Frank Bures, an award-winning writer, essayist and the editor of Under Purple Skies: The Minneapolis Anthology • Do it all in 75 minutes or linger at stops along the way with complete control over when you start and finish • Get unlimited use before your booking date and after it • Use the virtual tour option at home Once you’ve booked, you’ll receive a ticket with instructions and a unique code listed under “Before You Go”. Then simply install the VoiceMap app and enter your code. The app displays directions to the starting point, and when you’re in the right place, just pop in your headphones and tap start. VoiceMap has automatic GPS playback, with turn-by-turn directions. It also works offline.

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Minneapolis Past and Present Walking Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (36 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 48.74

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Walk with local guides through Minneapolis! Learn the surprising and often untold history of Minneapolis and Minnesota, from before statehood and through to the present.

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Historic Downtown St Paul Food Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (35 reviews)

From $ 92.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

Explore the best of St Paul food in the heart of downtown. You’ll learn about the Capital City's robust food culture while exploring its rich history including a lively gangster past. Tastings are based on our multicultural communities and the best water in the country for creating delicious craft beer. Start by enjoying the sights along the Mighty Mississippi River and strolling through some of the most historic areas in town, including the Saint Paul Hotel that overlooks Rice Park and Landmark Center. Along the way you’ll enjoy quaint eateries that have pride in local ownership, including a favorite since 1932. Visit one of the best local chocolatiers/confectioners to eat and sip their hand-crafted creations. Experience one of Thailand's most popular rice dishes. To cap off an incredible tour of Minnesota’s 2nd-largest city you'll taste a variety of savory African and Mediterranean dishes. Between the rich history and incredible food, you’ll never want to leave the state’s capital.

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Minneapolis' "Shocking" True Crime Trolley Tour in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (27 reviews)

From $ 55.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Hear shocking untold stories of Minneapolis’ most sensational crimes. This Tour is highly interactive as riders play the Jury and work together to solve some of the most chilling crimes that have happened in Minneapolis’ past. You’ll be briefed on crime scene locations, affidavits from witnesses, and shared some of the most secret information that hasn’t been released to the public- yet!

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Same-Day Tour Package (Historic Cave Tour & Saint Paul Gangster Tour) in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

Minneapolis-Saint Paul , Minnesota

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (23 reviews)

From $ 69.00

Duration: 3 hours (approx.)

The package tour will give you priority seating on the bus portion of the tour, as well as a VIP photo opportunity with a 1930 Hudson Essex Gangster Car. Please note: even though this tour is year-round, the Hudson Essex is a seasonal offering.

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