All Minnesota Tours & Excursions in 2026

In this hands-on pasta making class with Chef Mimi in Minneapolis, you’ll have an immersive culinary experience that will help you master the time-honored techniques in a welcoming distillery venue. Chef Mimi has a passion for cooking and teaching excited students and hungry foodies new culinary skills and essential techniques.Class begins by learning the time-honored recipe to make handmade pasta. Combine eggs, flour, olive oil and salt to make the pasta dough. Master the technique to knead, shape and cut the dough into pasta. As the noodles cook, you’ll make a creamy homemade alfredo sauce with butter and Parmesan cheese. What to Expect: - Step-by-step guidance from a talented chef who makes it make sense. - A fun, beginner-friendly class where no one judges your knife skills. - Tasting, laughing and leveling up your kitchen game. - Ideal for: a solo outing, date night, girls’ night or group fun.

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.

Learn all about the life of F. Scott Fitzgerald on this private, historic walking tour in St. Paul, Minnesota. Your guide is a wealth of knowledge regarding the popular author who penned "The Great Gatsby" and shares stories about his life in the Roaring ‘20s, the Gilded Age architecture, and much more. Highlights include Fitzgerald's birthplace, homes, and haunts.

Walk along the historic Mississippi River where dramatic mill ruins meet the modern Minneapolis skyline on this self-guided audio tour. Using a GPS app, you will follow a walkable riverfront route as history comes alive. Experience Saint Anthony Falls and see how this working landscape built the city. You’ll pass iconic landmarks including the Stone Arch Bridge, the Guthrie Theater, Mill Ruins Park, and the Mill City Museum. Along the way, explore how Minneapolis became the flour-milling capital of the world and uncover the dramatic story of the 1878 Washburn A Mill explosion. Explore at your own pace—pause for photos, grab a drink, or linger at viewpoints. The audio resumes whenever you’re ready, so you can move freely without keeping up with a group. This is a self-guided experience with no in-person guide. Download the tour in advance to use it anytime. It works offline and follows your location along the route.

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.

Have a fun and exciting time trying to get your way out of an escape room in the Mall of America in Minneapolis. You and your party will have to solve clues and follow clues in order to get out in time. There are five games to choose from, like Gold Rush or Prison Break, so you decide. Then use your communication and teamwork skills to complete a mission.

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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

See the other side of the Twin Cities, without hours of itinerary planning, during this scavenger hunt in Saint Paul. Grab a few family members and your friends for this interactive group game through the city. Play together to solve clues or go head-to-head when completing challenges unique to the player. Earn points while viewing sites such as Rice Park, the State Capitol, and the mighty Mississippi River.

Learn all about the Twin Cities, Minneapolis, on this fun, interactive, app-led bar hunt. Make your way through the city at your own pace, without having to follow a guide or join a large tour group. The best pubs are decided for you, so you don’t need to spend time deciding which ones to visit. Complete video and photo challenges as you go, and have a great time in the process.

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.

Lighten your luggage by leaving your worries at home with this private transfer service to Minneapolis Airport. Skip the crowded light rail and save yourself a cramped taxi ride with a private transfer to MSP airport that operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week. Three passengers or fewer can choose a luxury or economy class sedan while up to five have extra leg room in an SUV.

Walk around Saint Paul while trying to survive the zombie apocalypse with Zombie Scavengers! On an app, you'll be given a list of items to find (in any order you choose) to help you survive a zombie apocalypse. You'll get points for finding these items, as well as completing some zombie themed challenges. Figure out the best game plan to get the most points in order to survive. A remote host will chat with you during the game if you have any questions. Prove you can survive the zombie apocalypse in Saint Paul for bragging rights with all your friends!

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

Whether you’re arriving in the Twin Cities for business, vacation, or to visit a loved one, make your trip as easy as possible with this 1-way private transfer from Minneapolis International Airport (MSP) to downtown Minneapolis. Instead of navigating the Light Rail with the Mall of America crowds, you’ll slide into a comfortable, private vehicle reserved for your group of 5 or fewer. Sit back and relax knowing that you won’t have to navigate snowy winter or busy summer roads.

Navigate through the vibrant streets of St. Paul in an interactive scavenger hunt that blends adventure with history. Uncover hidden gems like the Germania Bank building and the iconic Greenman House while learning intriguing stories, including the tale of Billie Frechette and her connection to John Dillinger. This app-led activity allows you to explore at your own pace, making it perfect for families, friends, or couples looking for a unique outing. Enjoy the freedom of no reservations and a flexible schedule, all while experiencing the city's rich heritage.

Celebrate the magic of the season this year with Holly Jolly Hunt. Holly Jolly Hunt is an app based scavenger hunt that you can play anywhere of your choosing. Explore the city and look for holiday related items, both traditional and not so traditional. Take a photo through the app to score points for your scavenger hunt team. Perform fun, holiday challenges that will bring laughter to your team. See your score on the leaderboard compared to other teams from all over. Holly Jolly Hunt is guaranteed to provide lasting holiday memories. Whether you play with friends, family, or even co-workers, Holly Jolly will put a smile on your face for the rest of the year!

Why spend your precious time waiting in long shuttle or taxi lines. Avoid the language barrier and currency exchange. Travel in style by private vehicle from your Hotel in Minneapolis Downtown, St. Paul Downtown, Bloomington or Richfield to Minneapolis MSP Airport and reach your final destination relaxed and refreshed.

Set off on an unforgettable adventure through Minneapolis! Dive into the city’s hidden stories—from its fur-trading roots to its iconic music scene. Take in architectural landmarks like the Foshay Tower and the Target Center as you tackle clever challenges along the way. Discover the tale behind the “Twinkie Law,” explore the beginnings of Mars, Incorporated, and uncover Minneapolis’s leadership in wind energy. Capture fun selfies, hunt for red animals, and even rise like a Phoenix. Adventure is calling Minneapolis is ready when you are!

No more generic walking tours—it’s time to discover Minneapolis with your crew via scavenger hunt. Your smartphone guiding you across Minnesota’s largest city, you’ll solve puzzles, collect items, complete wild challenges, and rack up points along the way. As you explore from landmark to landmark, you’ll get a “walking tour” of the city that’s all about gamifying your only-in-Minneapolis adventure.

Our very unique, immersive adventures are the only ones of their kind. We, unlike other companies, provide your very own remote, interactive, live host to assist and encourage you along through your phone. We are an Austin, TX-based global custom event design company offering scavenger hunts and other events in 300+ cities in North America and beyond. Our specially hand-crafted adventures are equal parts tour, creative challenge, detective hunt, and social experiment! Guests get to discover in an alternate reality our favorite hidden gems off the beaten trail and creatively interpret fun art, history, and culture clues - for points! They get to enjoy fame and glory while appearing on our website’s international leaderboard, no matter what their score. They get to essentially race other teams in other cities, even if they don’t have competitors who have signed up in their city that day. Get ready to discover unusual oddities, laugh out loud, and make the experience your own!

Save time after you arrive at the Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport (MSP) by pre-arranging a private transfer for you and your party of up to five people. Thanks to a meet-and-greet service, you can avoid long lines for taxis and instead head straight to your private vehicle and onwards to your hotel.

This experience is unique for its unmatched flexibility and strong emphasis on group interaction. It’s not bound to a fixed schedule or route, allowing groups to start, strategize, and explore at their own pace. The core difference is the immersive, lighthearted zombie theme that dictates the tasks—you're scavenging for supplies and completing silly challenges to prove your survival mettle. It’s perfect for team-building or family fun because it's priced per team (up to 10 people), includes the guidance of a remote, chat-based host, and culminates in the unique bragging rights of checking your national rank on the app's leaderboard.

3Quest Challenge of Minneapolis is a great way to see the city in a fun way! You'll use an app on your phone to submit photos of items you find around the city. The items will be given to you in riddle form. Get points for finding the items, as well as completing fun challenges as well! The items and challenges will be arranged in 3 different quests. Complete the quests, in order, to finish 3Quest Challenge! Try setting a time limit of 2 hours for yourself to make the game even more intense and see if you can do all 3 quests in the given time! During the game, you'll have a remote guide that will chat with you during the game in case you need anything! Let's see if you can do all 3 quests in Minneapolis today!