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Home/Destinations/Minneapolis-Saint Paul/Twin Cities day trips
Day trips · Minneapolis-Saint Paul itinerary

Twin Cities Day Trips: The Best Itinerary

Minneapolis is one half of the Twin Cities. Here is how to explore beyond downtown — with the best-rated tours to book.

At a glance

  1. 1Saint Paul
  2. 2Minnehaha
  3. 3Mall of America
  4. 4Beyond

Saint Paul

The historic state capital.

Minnehaha Falls

The city waterfall and park.

The Mall of America

Shops and rides in Bloomington.

Book the experiences in this itinerary

Top-rated tours for exactly what this plan recommends in Minneapolis-Saint Paul — prices per person.

St Paul Skyway Food Tour
Minneapolis Saint Paul
St Paul Skyway Food Tour
4.9(12)·3 hours
from$92/ person
via Viator
Minnehaha Falls: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Minneapolis
Minneapolis Saint Paul
Minnehaha Falls: A Self-Guided Audio Tour of Minneapolis
4.4(19)·1h–1h 30min
from$10/ person
via Viator
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America
Minneapolis Saint Paul
The Escape Game: Epic 60-Minute Adventures at the Mall of America
5.0(363)·1h 15min
from$47/ person
via Viator
Historic Downtown St Paul Food Tour
Minneapolis Saint Paul
Historic Downtown St Paul Food Tour
4.8(41)·3 hours
from$92/ person
via Viator
Full-Day Tour of Florida Keys Including Aquarium Encounters from Key West
Key West
Full-Day Tour of Florida Keys Including Aquarium Encounters from Key West
4.9(36)·7 hours
from$169/ person
via Viator
Saint Paul Gangster Tour
Minneapolis Saint Paul
Saint Paul Gangster Tour
4.6(64)·2 hours
from$55/ person
via Viator
Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass
Houston
Houston City Tour and Downtown Aquarium All Rides Pass
4.6(61)·4–6 hours
from$70/ person
via Viator
Same-Day Tour Package (Historic Cave Tour & Saint Paul Gangster Tour)
Minneapolis Saint Paul
Same-Day Tour Package (Historic Cave Tour & Saint Paul Gangster Tour)
4.6(27)·3 hours
from$69/ person
via Viator

Twin Cities day trips — FAQ

What day trips are near Minneapolis?
Historic Saint Paul, Minnehaha Falls and the Mall of America in Bloomington.
How far is Saint Paul?
Just across the river, about 15 minutes by light rail or car.
What is the top day trip?
Saint Paul, with its grand cathedral, capitol and Summit Avenue mansions.

Explore more in Minneapolis-Saint Paul

City Trolley TourWalking TourMinnehaha FallsMall of AmericaCraft Brewery Tour