Top Minnesota Walking Tours - page 2

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.

Explore Minneapolis through Prince’s life—without dealing with any of the crowds. On this self-guided audio tour, you’ll hit the streets of Prince’s favorite 'hood, starting at Nicollet Avenue and ending on First Avenue, where 10,000 gathered to mourn the artist’s death. Though designed for a 75-minute tour, explore at your pace, sinking into all things purple.

Take a self-guided tour along the iconic Mississippi River with award-winning storyteller Frank Bures. From Nicollet Island to Gold Medal Park, delve into 12,000 years of vibrant river history. Cross the Hennepin Avenue Bridge, pass Stone Arch Bridge, and explore the Guthrie Theater. Along the way, discover tales of St. Anthony Falls, Guinness World Record paddling attempts, the Minneapolis Post Office, Spirit Island, and Nicollet Island's peculiar inhabitants. Uncover the mystery of the Grain Belt Sign's revival, marvel at bull sharks' Mississippi swim, and learn about the 450-mile canoe race. Frank's near-death experience in the river adds a personal touch. This tour will leave you with an appreciation for the Mississippi's profound impact on those living along its shores. Get unlimited use of this tour before your booking date and after it. You can use the virtual tour option at home, too. Once you have booked, you will receive instructions and a unique code to download the tour.

Learn about the unique character and history of Minneapolis and its neighborhoods with local expert guides while enjoying hand selected drinks that define our city and its people. Share stories with your guide and fellow tour members as we walk the streets of Minneapolis between our bars. Chat with the knowledgeable bartenders and staff that help us get through those long winter months, and heartbreaking sports teams

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.

Explore the hauntingly historic streets of Anoka, the Halloween Capital of the World, on a private, customizable ghost walking tour. Tailor your journey with a personal local guide as you delve into the eerie downtown, 19th-century homes, and legendary riverfront paths. Whether you're investigating ghost sightings on Van Buren Street or uncovering pioneer folklore along the Rum River, this experience is designed for your group's interests. Enjoy an entirely flexible pace filled with rich history and chilling tales. - Choose Your Route: Select between haunted museums, Victorian streets, or historic districts. - Select Your Ghost Stories: Focus on pioneer hauntings or legendary storefront apparitions. - Pick Your Duration: Customize your tour from 2 to 4 hours based on your group's preference. - 100% Private Experience: Receive dedicated guide attention tailored to your interests and 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.

⭐ Top-Rated Vacation Photoshoots 2025 We’re not just photographers, we’re storytellers capturing your holiday exactly as it feels. With over six years of experience photographing travellers around the world, our small team specialises in authentic, natural photography that truly reflects your trip. In Minneapolis, we combine creativity with local knowledge to show you hidden gems, secret angles, and the best light. You’ll not only get beautiful, professional photos but also insider tips to make the most of your time here. We’re proud to be recognised among the top-rated photography tours of 2025, trusted by travellers worldwide for our relaxed style and stunning results.

Explore the rich history of St. Paul on this self-guided walking tour, starting at Rice Park in front of the Landmark Center, St. Paul's cultural hub. Stroll along the Mississippi River and uncover the city's early history, from the Dakota village of Kaposia to the Beaux Arts-style Union Depot. Walk through Lowertown to Mears Park, past modern architecture, and on to the Minnesota State Capitol. Along the way, hear stories of “Pig’s Eye” Parrant, F. Scott Fitzgerald, and St. Paul’s gangster past while discovering the city's rivalry with Minneapolis. This tour brings to life the characters, events, and landmarks that shaped the "Saintly City."

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!

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!

Step into downtown Minneapolis to unpack 'Minnesota Nice.' From soaring glass skyways to quiet library halls and riverfront mill ruins, explore how Scandinavian Janteloven, Lutheran stoicism, and harsh winters shaped local etiquette, spatial behavior, and non-verbal communication. - A 3.3 km self-guided tour with 6 stops over 103 min - Ideal for travelers interested in Social Fabric & Everyday Life and Identity, Migration & Globalization - Immersively told in a podcast style by experts and locals - Matching audio content, AI guide and navigation through the app

Experience downtown Minneapolis like a local when you take this walking tour through the vibrant streets of the city. Join your guide, an avid traveler and proud resident of Minneapolis, as they take you on a journey to discover hidden gems. Visit a variety of spots, curated to showcase the personality of the city, including its sights, sounds, and flavors.

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

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.

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!

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.

Discover great eateries in the heart of downtown St. Paul on a half-day food tour that takes place mostly indoors, making it accessible in any weather. Your food-enthusiast guide takes you to favorite locales such as a diner located in a vintage train car, a craft brewery, and a former gangster hangout, with enough food and drink to make up a full lunch.

Walk around Rochester 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 Rochester for bragging rights with all your friends!

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.

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.

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

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

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