Top Minnesota Cultural Tours

Explore the significance of George Floyd Square and engage with the local community through art, culture, and history. This tour emphasizes respect and understanding, guiding you through an area that honors resilience and fosters healing. Discover local businesses, such as Mystic Healing Stones, & Listen to Us Art Gallery, where you can find unique gifts while supporting artists striving to recover. Get involved by volunteering at the People’s Closet and learn about organizations like the Sabathani Community Center, dedicated to uplifting the community. After your visit, take time to reflect and decompress in a supportive environment. - Visit historic George Floyd Square and engage with local artists - Support small businesses and purchase unique gifts - Volunteer opportunities available at the People’s Closet - Explore community services that promote racial justice and healing

Pedal through one of the most vibrant historic districts on the Private Northeast Riverfront and Arts Ride. Departing from Marshall Street NE, this interactive pedal-powered group adventure allows travelers to work together while cruising past scenic Mississippi riverbanks, eye-catching neighborhood murals, and bustling local hubs. Led by a knowledgeable local driver, your group can sit back, pedal at a comfortable pace, and soak in the creative energy of Northeast Minneapolis while exploring top sights and stopping at neighborhood favorites. We'll stop at iconic, local restaurants offering food and beverages and art stops.

Explore the architectural beauty and rich history of the Cathedral of Saint Paul at your own pace. This self-guided audio tour allows you to uncover 24 intriguing stops, showcasing the cathedral's stunning dome, intricate mosaics, and significant immigrant history. Walk in the footsteps of Archbishop John Ireland and architect Emmanuel Masqueray while appreciating the spiritual significance of this Gothic masterpiece. With wheelchair access and mobile or tablet options available, this tour provides a flexible, engaging experience for all visitors. - Self-guided tour with audio narration available on mobile or tablet - Discover 24 stops highlighting architecture, history, and spirituality - Wheelchair accessible for all guests - Flexible timing to explore at your own pace

Experience the only comedy tour of its kind in The Twin Cities with exclusive access to ACME Comedy Company, one of the top stand‑up clubs in the U.S. Guided by a working comedian, you’ll explore the venue, learn how open mic nights work, and get help signing up to perform a 3‑minute set. First‑time performers have a strong chance of getting stage time, and if you’re not selected, you’ll receive $10 toward food or drinks while enjoying the show. Perfect for comedy fans or aspiring performers, with an optional coaching add‑on to help you prepare.

Step beyond the headlines and into the heart of a modern uprising. This immersive audio journey takes you through George Floyd Square, exploring the profound duality of a space that is simultaneously a site of deep national trauma and a vibrant, community-sustained autonomous zone. Guided by an expert in political movements and a passionate local historian, you will uncover the hidden stories of mutual aid, radical art, and spiritual resilience that transformed a tragic intersection into a global symbol of resistance. This is not just a tour about what was lost, but a profound look at what a community chose to build in the aftermath. A 0.6 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 62 min Ideal for travelers interested in Power, Protest & Civic Spaces and History & Memory Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

For a thorough tour of Minneapolis, book this private walking tour where your guide tells you stories dating back over 300 years, and how the city’s history shaped what it is today. You can walk at your own pace on this private tour, since you won’t be sharing your guide with a large group. On your walk, pass by the Guthrie Theater, Mill City Museum, Mill Ruins Park, along the Mississippi River, and much more.

Discover St Paul your way on the city’s only Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tour aboard a comfortable, 360-degree view coach bus. This guided, easygoing experience lets you explore the city’s must-see attractions while enjoying interesting history, great views, and the best of summer in St Paul all around you. Designed for those short on time but big on seeing. Maximize your time with 4 targeted stops where you’ll have time to hop off the bus, walk around, take photos, and dive into the history and culture of each location then hopping back on with your friendly driver-guide. This unique hop-on hop-off tour is the only local experience that includes hop-off opportunities at the city’s top attractions. Enjoy the ride as your professional guide shares stories that connect the dots between St Paul’s iconic landmarks, scenic areas, and hidden gems. Perfect for first-time visitors and locals alike, this small group tour offers a relaxed, engaging way to experience the city in motion.

Summit Avenue in St. Paul, Minnesota, is home to some of the state’s most beautiful Victorian architecture. Embark on a private tour and learn about these preserved structures from your guide. Listen to stories of wealthy families and tycoons who lived more than 120 years ago and built these charming estates. Architecture lovers can spot several styles, including Queen Anne, neo-classical, Romanesque, and Georgian Revival during the tour.

Learn all about St. Paul's gangster past on this private driving tour, where you and one other passenger drive through the "Saintly City" and see where all the notorious gangsters used to hang out. Hear how the city was a haven for the nation's most notorious crooks, from bank robbers to bootleggers and the famous John Dillinger—learn more than you could find in a guidebook and discover other city attractions.

Step into Minneapolis's Mill District, where the wild currents of St. Anthony Falls turned raw Midwestern wheat into a global industrial empire. Explore grand stone ruins, massive rail arches, and world-record flour mills transformed into artist lofts, public parks, and cultural venues. - A 3.9 km self-guided tour with 7 stops over 122 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Urbanism, Infrastructure & Innovation and History & Memory - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

There’s much more to Minneapolis than meets the eye and you’ll have a chance to learn as much as possible about the city during this walking tour. Stroll the streets with a local guide who will tell you what makes the city unique. Hear stories as you walk near the Mississippi River. Find out why this city is such a bike-friendly place and learn about the natural areas like the St. Anthony Falls.