Top Minnesota Half-day Tours

Most people don’t know anything about St. Paul’s gangster history—and most definitely don’t go underground to explore it. But you will on this totally immersive tour, heading back to the era of John Dillinger and 1930s-era corruption. Your guides set the scene, taking you around the city, and beneath it, for a day of subterranean suspense.

Discover the bold flavors and hidden gems of Minneapolis on this unforgettable food tour through the North Loop and St. Anthony Main neighborhoods. Led by a passionate local guide, you’ll enjoy 6 delicious tastings that showcase the city’s unique blend of Scandinavian heritage, immigrant flavors, and modern Midwest innovation. Stroll past red-brick warehouses turned award-winning eateries, cross the iconic Stone Arch Bridge, and taste how European and Indigenous traditions shaped the Twin Cities’ culinary identity. Along the way, you’ll uncover fascinating local stories, meet passionate food makers, and experience why Minneapolis is fast becoming one of America’s top food destinations. Come hungry and leave inspired and full!

Explore the trendy and historical parts of Minneapolis on this small-group food tour through Riverwalk. Get off the beaten path and visit the Minneapolis Mill District and Northeast Minneapolis neighborhoods. Try nearly a dozen delicious tastings from local restaurants and specialty food shops. Taste local favorites including cheese curds, European-style baked bread, gelato, and locally brewed craft beer. Also, visit the historic Mill City Museum, see the only natural major waterfall on the Upper Mississippi Riverwalk, and stroll along the oldest street in Minneapolis.

See the best of the Twin Cities on foot and from a private car on this private guided tour of Minneapolis and St. Paul. This sixteen-stop tour covers both cities' highlights, including sports venues like Xcel Energy Center and Target Field. Pass serene spots like Lake of the Isles and Minnehaha Falls. Visit the Minnesota State Capitol and Mill District while hearing local stories.

Learn about the Minneapolis brewpub scene and enjoy as many craft beer varieties as you like on this guided, all-you-can-drink, small-group brewery tour. Choose an afternoon or evening tour time, then visit local breweries that may include Fair State Brewing Co-op, Lakes and Legends Brewing Company, Modist Brewing or others. Snacks and round-trip transportation by minibus included.

Explore the dynamic North Loop neighborhood of Minneapolis on a unique food adventure. This tour showcases the area's rich history and vibrant culinary landscape, blending classic Minnesota flavors with diverse immigrant influences. Stroll through the trendy Warehouse District, where historic brick buildings now house exciting restaurants and shops. Taste an array of delicious dishes that highlight the region's gastronomic evolution while learning about the stories behind each bite. Perfect for food lovers and cultural enthusiasts looking to experience the heart of the Twin Cities. - Discover the trendy North Loop neighborhood aka NOLO - Savor local Minnesota favorites and diverse immigrant cuisine - Immerse yourself in the neighborhood's rich history and culture - Ideal for food lovers seeking a unique dining experience

Stroll through historic downtown St. Paul and taste some of its most famous food on this half-day walking tour. With a guide in the lead, you'll find some off-the-beaten-path food stops, such as an old gangster hangout, and taste craft beer made with water that is straight from Mississippi river. Other historic highlights include the Landmark Center, Rice Park, and the Saint Paul Hotel.

Comfortable Roundtrip Tour from your hotel in Minneapolis to Twin Cities Premium Outlets - plays host to luxury boutiques and stores selling everything from clothes and accessories to cosmetics and home essentials. Its world-class boutiques showcasing collections from prestigious local and international designers make for a truly memorable shopping experience. Add to all these a unbeatable prices, and a handful of trendy cafés and restaurants, and what you’ll get is one of the best shopping destinations in and around the Minneapolis. After you finish your shopping you will be picked up and will be delivered directly to your hotel in Minneapolis. All our vehicles are fully licensed and insured. We are happy to provide child seats in our cars for all ages upon request. Vehicles are clean inside and outside; our drivers are well-dressed and unfailingly attentive to our guests. They speak English. They will greet you with a name sign and will help with luggage.

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.

Comfortable Roundtrip Tour from your hotel in Minneapolis to Albertville Premium Outlets - plays host to luxury boutiques and stores selling everything from clothes and accessories to cosmetics and home essentials. Its world-class boutiques showcasing collections from prestigious local and international designers make for a truly memorable shopping experience. Add to all these a unbeatable prices, and a handful of trendy cafés and restaurants, and what you’ll get is one of the best shopping destinations in and around the Minneapolis. After you finish your shopping you will be picked up and will be delivered directly to your hotel in Minneapolis. All our vehicles are fully licensed and insured. We are happy to provide child seats in our cars for all ages upon request. Vehicles are clean inside and outside; our drivers are well-dressed and unfailingly attentive to our guests. They speak English. They will greet you with a name sign and will help with luggage.

Explore the downtown Minneapolis skyways on this guided, 3-hour food tour. Visit the city’s ‘Broadway’ theatre district. Try delicious tastings from local restaurants and specialty food shops. Taste local favorites including ham and pear crisp sandwich, sweet and salty Chicago Mix popcorn, a hummus platter and locally brewed draft beer, just to name a few. Also, learn about the history of downtown Minneapolis, embrace the culture, see the skyscraper modeled after the Washington Monument and much more.