All Minnesota Tours & Excursions in 2026

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.

Explore the unique culinary landscape of Minneapolis on this guided walking food tour through the interconnected Skyway system. Over two hours, sample four distinct local dishes that showcase the flavors of Minneapolis and the Midwest. While navigating through the climate-controlled passages, discover the historical significance of the Skyway that has linked generations for over sixty years. Follow your local guide though the maze of passages to the best hidden gems above, and below the streets of Minneapolis. - Guided walking food tour through the Minneapolis Skyway system - Taste four local dishes representative of Minneapolis and the Midwest - Learn about the history and significance of the Skyway - Easy 2-hour tour, perfect for food lovers and culture seekers alike

Crazy Dash of Saint Paul allows your team to discover the city in a fun and different way. The game instructs you to find a variety of items that can be found in the downtown area. For every item you find, you'll get points. You'll also participate in exciting challenges for points as well. See how your points stack up to others on our app rankings. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come out and explore with us in Saint Paul.

Explore Asian comfort food in this hands-on Minneapolis cooking class hosted through Cozymeal. You’ll prepare dumplings, fried rice and mochi while learning techniques that translate easily to weeknight cooking. Your hands-on cooking experience features: - First course: Pork or vegetable potstickers with scallion, garlic and lime soy sauce. - Second course: Chicken or vegetarian fried rice cooked for crisp edges and savory depth. - Dessert: Assorted mochi ice cream with a soft, chewy shell. Learn how to portion fillings, fold and seal dumplings and combine steaming with pan-frying for a crisp finish. Your local chef will also cover rice texture, heat control and sauce balance. Enjoy the finished dishes together and bring wine or beer to pair with the menu.

Dive into adventure, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition. Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! Every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Make every day an adventure!

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!

Operation City Quest of Minneapolis is a great way to see the city! Use an app to submit photos of items you find around the city and challenges you complete for points. The items and challenges can be completed in any order you prefer! See your score on the app leaderboard to see how you compare. The scavenger hunt includes a remote host to help via chat along the way. Come discover Minneapolis.

Join us on our unique Kid-Friendly Cave Tour during holiday breaks, and every second Sunday of the month, except Oct. Nov. Dec. We've tailored our most popular Historic Cave Tour to be shared with the young and the young-at-heart. We’ll talk about mines and mushrooms and share old photographs from the early days of the Caves. Kids can talk about what interests them, and ask questions about trolls and times of long ago. Included in this special tour: A walkthrough and hands-on tour of the caves guided by one of the lovable and kind trolls that reside here. A unique craft to take home and share with family Photo and meet and greet opportunities  $10 per person. Kids under 2 are free.

Swap the usual “what should we do today?” debate for a fun, hands-on candle making class hosted at a trendy local brewery in Minneapolis. In this hands-on experience, Instructor Heidi will guide you step by step as you design and pour your own custom candle. You’ll explore different scents, learn how fragrance, wax and wicks work together and create a candle that feels completely personal. And the best news? No experience is needed. Get ready for an experience that is creative, relaxing and way more memorable than sitting through another average happy hour. This class is ideal for couples looking for a unique date night, friends planning a girls’ night out, solo guests who want a calming creative escape and travelers searching for a local activity beyond the typical sightseeing list. Come for the cozy atmosphere, stay for the joy of making something with your own hands and leave with a custom candle that feels totally you.

Immerse Yourself in the Ultimate Experience! Only 30 minutes from the Twin Cities and 5 minutes from the Albertville Outlets. At The Selfie Company we are about unforgettable moments and creating memories. With 15+ seasonal selfie sets, a TikTok stage, and the only Digital Content Creator studio of its kind in MN. The Selfie Co lets you step into a world of creativity and imagination! A haven for families, friends, teens, tweens and influencers seeking joy, togetherness, and unforgettable memories: The Selfie Company. More than just an entertainment venue, The Selfie Co. is a testament to the power of family and friends’ bonds and the magic of shared experiences. As our guest step through our doors, they enter a world where every moment is an opportunity for creativity, laughter, and celebration.

The Minneapolis scavenger hunt players will use an app to find objects around the city to collect points, and complete fun challenges for points. Players will be able to see their score live on the app rankings. All our Scavenger hunts have a live remote host to help along the way. Come and explore with us in Minneapolis.

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.

Learn all about Rochester as you solve challenges and submit wacky photos on this app-based scavenger hunt. Get a small group of friends together, then combine forces to answer trivia questions about famous landmarks and more secret places dotted around Rochester. This is great for parties, corporate events, or just a fun day out with friends.

Dive into adventure, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! Every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? make every day an adventure!

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!

Step onto America's longest preserved Victorian boulevard for a journey through Gilded Age wealth, Jazz Age literature, and Prohibition crime. Join logical guide Max and passionate historian Sofia as they reveal how railroad barons built private fortresses, F. Scott Fitzgerald captured high society's flaws, and Saint Paul police ran a corrupt deal protecting America's most wanted gangsters. - A 4.6 km self-guided tour with 8 stops over 140 min - Ideal for travelers interested in History & Memory and Art, Design & Aesthetics - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app Discover Saint Paul through a compelling story guided by a local and an expert in dialogue. Packed with captivating facts and hidden gems, this self-guided smartphone tour lets you explore completely independently—whenever you want, at your own speed, and free from tourist crowds.

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!

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.

Discover the refined art of sushi-making in a welcoming Minneapolis kitchen, hosted through Cozymeal. Limited to a small group, this interactive class highlights Japanese techniques while guiding you through rice preparation, knife skills and rolling. The menu you will prepare includes: - Starter: Asian salad with crisp vegetables and sesame-ginger dressing - Sushi roll: Salmon avocado roll with creamy avocado and fresh salmon - Sushi roll: California roll with cucumber, avocado and surimi - Sushi roll: Spicy tuna roll with fresh tuna and sriracha - Dessert: Assorted mochi ice creams in a variety of flavors Enjoy your creations as you build confidence in sushi-making and leave with skills to recreate these dishes at home.

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!

Walk the Gilded age avenues of the capital city of the North Star state. Hear the story of the city of seven hills

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

Get ready for an experience so immersive that you will leave feeling like a game show legend! Every 60-minute game show consists of 5 rounds of mini-games that are customized to your groups skill level. Every round offers a different kind of gameplay from strategy to luck to trivia and more! Blockchain let’s you complete by answering trivia questions to connect your chain before the other team; Drawing In The Dark has you guessing what your blindfolded teammate is drawing within 45 seconds; Major Miners is where you guess the LEAST popular answer to a survey question; Spin Out gives you that iconic “spin the wheel” moment. And that’s only 4 of our 17+ mini-games that your gameshow could include!

Dive into adventure with Let’s Roam, your go-to for the ultimate app-led adventure hunts! Step into a world where every landmark and hidden gem is waiting to be discovered. Challenge yourself with trivia, tackle brain-teasing puzzles, and embark on an epic journey of exploration! Whether you’re collaborating with your crew or turning up the competition, Let’s Roam Adventure Hunts guarantee a blast for all. Perfect for any occasion—whether it’s a spontaneous outing, a wild bachelorette bash, a festive birthday celebration, or a team-building extravaganza. Each player gets to dive into an interactive role, ensuring every challenge is as thrilling and unique as the next. So, gather your squad, choose your adventure, and let the good times roll! With Let’s Roam, every outing becomes a treasure trove of memories and excitement. Are you ready to conquer the city and create unforgettable experiences? Let’s Roam and make every day an adventure!