Top Minnesota Culture

Discover marine life wonders at SEA LIFE Minnesota, an aquarium boasting more than 10,000 sea creatures. Located in the Mall of America, SEA LIFE provides the perfect break from shopping and change of scenery. Explore four themed tanks including Amazon River, Atlantis, Sturgeon Lake and Rainbow Reef. Check out the Octopus Garden, gaze eyes on the world’s largest crab species, and walk through an underwater tunnel and see the underbellies of stingrays and turtles.

Save your feet while discovering Minneapolis from a unique perspective on board a historic street trolley. Listen to live commentary as you roll through the city’s five original districts where the behind the makings of today's Minneapolis can be found. This one-of-a-kind city tour is fun for all ages.

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. AFTERNOON TOUR ends at the historic Minneapolis Club, not typically open to the public. 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.)

Take a chilling ghost tour along Summit Avenue, Minneapolis, when you book this nighttime walking tour. Uncover the haunted history of mansions and historic locations, including Forepaugh's 2nd Mansion and Cochran Park, in Minneapolis-Saint Paul. This walking tour offers spine-tingling tales, and a spooky journey through the supernatural side of Summit Avenue.

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 a building with four James Beard nominated chefs under one roof, 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!

Unleash your creativity at a Mosaic Art Workshop in Minneapolis, MN, where you can craft your very own unique mosaic lamp. Guided by skilled instructors, participants of all ages will learn the art of mosaic design, from creating intricate patterns to applying colorful tiles and beads. Enjoy a delightful atmosphere enriched with Turkish culture, complete with traditional tea and sweets. No prior experience is needed, making this workshop perfect for families, friends, or team-building events. Bring your masterpiece home and watch it light up your space.

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.

Our tour will take you from Peavey Plaza, the city’s “living room”, through the bustling downtown to the riverfront, ending at the Mill City Museum, built right into the ruins of the world’s once-largest flour mill. Go at your own pace, anytime. The tour plays as you walk and is hands free. It never expires! This is perfect for those looking for a private experience, flexibility and at an affordable price point.

Discover Minneapolis your way on the city’s only Hop-On Hop-Off sightseeing tour aboard a one-of-a-kind open-air bus. This guided experience lets you explore the city’s must-see attractions while enjoying fresh air, great views, and the lively energy of Minneapolis 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 before 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. Perfect for first-time visitors and locals alike, this small group tour offers a relaxed, engaging way to experience the city in motion. In Jun, Jul, Aug use your open-air bus; in May and Sep use your enclosed coach bus. (The enclosed bus may be used in the event of unfavorable weather during summer months.)

Sundays come alive with the Sunday Fun Cruise on Lake Minnetonka, offering a delightful 90-minute narrated sightseeing experience. Glide through serene waters while taking in the beautiful scenery and learning about the local history. Each ticket includes a complimentary soft drink, beer, or wine, making your cruise even more enjoyable. Perfect for families, this cruise welcomes adults, children, and even infants under two for free, ensuring a great outing for everyone. - 90-minute narrated sightseeing cruise around Lake Minnetonka - Enjoy a complimentary soft drink, beer, or wine with your ticket - Family-friendly: infants under 2 cruise free, and children tickets available - Set sail every Sunday at 2:00 P.M. for unforgettable views and insights

Skip the generic walking tours and explore Stillwater in the spookiest way possible—through its best ghost stories. Following a guide, learn how this 180-year-old town is full of spirits, legends, and secrets—it’s even home to the haunted Minnesota State Prison. Leave your tour with a creepy sense of the city (and the urge to look over your shoulder).

Explore the vibrant cities of Minneapolis and Saint Paul with a personalized tour designed for groups of any size. This tour showcases stunning lakes and rich history, ensuring you enjoy a memorable experience whether you're a family or a visitor. Discover the unique charm of each city at your own pace while soaking in the sights and sounds. Tailored to your interests, this tour offers flexibility and personal touch, making it an ideal choice for those looking to truly connect with the Twin Cities. - Personalized tours available for groups of all sizes - Visit beautiful lakes and historical landmarks - Perfect for families and visitors seeking a local experience - Enjoy a flexible itinerary tailored to your interests Call 612 338 1128 or visit twintownpedicabs.com if you need more!

One of the greatest urban waterfalls in the nation, this self-guided audio tour turns Minnehaha Falls into a world of fascination and wonder. Using just your smartphone, you’ll follow along as you learn stories of hermits and Presidents, nature and geology, and much more. Speed through your experience or linger as you like, turning it into a discovery of your own making.

Discover the vibrant history and scenic beauty of Saint Paul on this two-hour sightseeing tour. Travel in luxurious comfort while an expert guide shares captivating stories and highlights the city’s iconic landmarks, including a stop at the Smith Avenue Bridge Overlook for stunning views of the Mississippi River. Marvel at the Minnesota State Capitol and the charming Victorian homes along Summit Avenue. This tour is perfect for both visitors and locals looking to explore the best of Saint Paul in an enjoyable and informative way. - 2-hour guided city tour with a knowledgeable local expert - Comfortable deluxe transportation from Mall of America - Visit iconic sites like the Minnesota State Capitol and Smith Avenue Bridge Overlook - Suitable for all ages with family-friendly pricing options

Enjoy an elevated, curated dining experience in St Paul’s vibrant heritage neighborhood. Dominating the skyline, the majestic Cathedral of St Paul stands proudly as gateway to the city’s most scenic and historic neighborhood. Here the Victorian era’s movers and shakers, immigrants and servants, and priests and industrialists created a slice of St Paul which defined the Golden Age and showcased the city’s affluence. It includes stately mansions along Summit Avenue, where it was fashionable to see and to be seen, as well as green spaces, Mississippi River overlooks, and repurposed historic buildings with secret tales to tell. Learn the stories of James J Hill, F Scott Fitzgerald, Cass Gilbert, Ma Barker, and more famous, wealthy, and notorious figures from our capital city's colorful past. It is along these streets, within these walls, among these ghosts of the past that you’ll dine at some of the area’s most historic, luxurious, delicious, and tantalizing locations.

Saint Paul is the current capital of Minnesota and was quite the hub for organized crime not too long ago. Discover this thrilling part of the Twin Cities history during a gangster tour by bus. You’ll join a group of history buffs for a ride through the city, spending hours learning about the 1930s Prohibition Era from your funny and informative guide. Venture through South, West, and Central Saint Paul, stopping at sites of payroll robberies, bars where gangsters frequented, and spots where kidnappings took place.

Experience the magic of GPS playback on this immersive stroll through Duluth's Canal Park. On this self-guided audio tour, you'll dive into the city's past, like when Canal Park stood under 450 feet of water. Duluth is a one-of-a-kind, inland port city, which serves as a gateway to the north shore of Lake Superior. Its long history is reflected in Canal Park, a formerly run-down industrial zone and one of the city’s thriving centers for recreation today. You’ll find out how, when a local businessman rattled Duluth by moving his Pizza Roll factory to Ohio, his son would go on to play a role in Canal Park’s economic revival. I’ll tell you about the famous Glensheen murders that were made into a musical, and about fish that are almost as old as Duluth Itself. You’ll hear about Duluth’s shipping heritage, the founding and naming of the city, and the building of the Duluth Ship Canal. You’ll then head down South Lake Avenue to finish our tour at the Minnesota Slip Bridge.

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

A study in Gilded Age opulence and Victorian era ghost stories, by 1890, 40 millionaires were living on Summit Avenue in St. Paul and some of them never left. Join us for this exclusive haunted history tour on Summit Avenue. Dare to uncover the secrets and mysteries that lurk in the shadows of this historically haunted street. This is not your average walking tour - this encounter with the paranormal might just leave you questioning what lies beyond the mortal realm. We are St. Paul's original ghost tour with original research and haunted history ghost stories you won't get anywhere else!

This isn’t your grandma’s walking tour. With this self-paced audio guide, you’ll learn all about Minneapolis’s standard history (like Prince) *and* discover its secret nooks and crannies, like the history of “Funkytown,” a mansion with 86 TVs, and the invention of Zubaz pants. No matter what, after you’ve explored with this River Walk guide, you’ll never look at this stretch of the Mississippi with glazed-over eyes again.

Step into the captivating realm of illusions, where reality is never exactly as it appears. Museum of Illusions is a one-of-a-kind, visual, sensory, and educational experience designed to engage your sense of wonder and challenge perceptions through the science behind optical illusions. You can enjoy over 50 immersive, hands-on exhibits to explore. The illusion rooms, installations and holograms let you defy gravity, grow and shrink your body, walk into a life-size kaleidoscope, and play tricks on your senses at every turn. It’s a mind-bending journey that deceives the senses and reveals how the brain interprets reality.

Enjoy a laid-back evening on Lake Minnetonka with the Friday Night Happy Hour Cruise. This 2-hour voyage features a soundtrack of classics from the 70s, 80s, and today while you take in the beautiful scenery. Each guest receives a complimentary drink—choose from a soft drink, beer, or wine—and savor packaged snacks as you relax and unwind on the water. Perfect for ages 18 and up, this cruise promises a perfect blend of music, views, and good vibes. - 2-hour cruise on scenic Lake Minnetonka - 1 Complimentary drink and snacks included (could be soft drink, beer or wine) - Music from the 70s, 80s, and contemporary hits - Great for ages 18 and up, ideal for a fun night out

Discover the essence of Minneapolis on a two-hour city tour that showcases its rich history and iconic landmarks. This relaxed sightseeing experience includes stops at the historic Stone Arch Bridge, where you can enjoy stunning river views, and the renowned Minneapolis Sculpture Garden. Led by an expert guide, you'll gain insights into the city's culture and attractions while traveling in comfort aboard deluxe transportation. Ideal for both visitors and locals looking to learn more about Minneapolis. 2-hour guided sightseeing tour of Minneapolis Visit the historic Stone Arch Bridge with time to explore View the famous Minneapolis Sculpture Garden and First Avenue Convenient pick-up at the Mall of America with expert local guide