All Minnesota Tours & Excursions in 2026 - page 4

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

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

Explore the best of Minneapolis in the evening, with a romantic twist, on this private, guided tour under the city lights. First check out Minneapolis City Hall and its quiet Commons, then go on to see other landmarks illuminated at dusk. Feel free to walk at your own pace, since this is a private tour. Ask your guide to take your photo on the Stone Arch Bridge as the tour nears its finish.

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.

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.

Gain a different perspective on downtown Minneapolis and learn about its haunted heritage with this ghost-themed walking tour. Walk around to sites such as City Hall, the Stone Arch Bridge, the Foshay Tower, and more, while your guide fills you in on the colorful characters and spooky stories that have shaped the city.

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.

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

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.

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.

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.

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

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.

If your dream vacation involves carbs and Italian grandmothers yelling “more flour,” this pasta-making class with Chef Aaron is basically your moment. Hosted at a stylish global eatery in Minneapolis, this interactive experience teaches you how to make two fresh pasta shapes completely from scratch using traditional Italian techniques. Start by preparing classic pasta dough with flour, eggs and salt before learning how to knead, rest and roll it to the perfect texture. Chef Aaron, who trained in Italy, will guide you step-by-step through crafting fresh tagliatelle and handmade ravioli filled with creamy ricotta. Then comes the best part: finishing the ravioli with butter and sage for a simple but ridiculously flavorful sauce that lets the fresh pasta shine. The class is welcoming, social and beginner-friendly, making it perfect for date nights, friend outings or anyone tired of paying restaurant prices for pasta they could absolutely learn to make themselves.

Pedal through one of the most vibrant historic districts on the Private Northeast Riverfront and Arts Ride. Departing from Marshall Street NE, this interactive pedal-powered group adventure allows travelers to work together while cruising past scenic Mississippi riverbanks, eye-catching neighborhood murals, and bustling local hubs. Led by a knowledgeable local driver, your group can sit back, pedal at a comfortable pace, and soak in the creative energy of Northeast Minneapolis while exploring top sights and stopping at neighborhood favorites. We'll stop at iconic, local restaurants offering food and beverages and art stops.

"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!"

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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!

An immersive clue-solving adventure around Downtown Minneapolis and the Mill District. Search for real-world clues, solve puzzles, and discover the neighborhood with an experience you'll never forget! Reschedule anytime with no fees. It's a scavenger hunt, escape room, and urban crawl all-in-one. Follow the storyline around town as you find clues and use them to crack codes. Then enter solutions on the app to find out where to go next. Clues can be anywhere - murals, statues, landmarks, and more! Plan on about two hours of playtime, depending on your experience level and how much time you spend exploring along the way. Difficulty level is adjustable - take as many or as few hints as you’d like! PLEASE NOTE: Bookings made less than 7 days before your play date will be scheduled for local pickup. For bookings made 7+ days in advance, our team will contact you to arrange shipping.

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.